The PROTECT Act was signed into law on August 5, 2026. Learn about what’s in it! Download the explainer on our website ➡️ bit.ly/ProtectActExplainer

Equity is the vision: protecting democracy for immigrant communities Join our community members for a panel discussion on identity, migration and our hopes for the future, as we reflect on the recent 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the current immigration policy landscape.

🚨MIRA is hiring! The Institutional Giving Manager is a strategic fundraising professional responsible for leading and growing MIRA Coalition’s institutional giving program, including foundation, corporate, and other institutional partnerships. Apply on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/WorkatMIRA

Please join the MIRA Coalition policy team for a public briefing on what the PROTECT Act means for Massachusetts immigrant communities. 📆 Thursday, August 6th | ⏰ 12pm - 1pm Sign up ➡️ https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JVsZGDysTAy0-gajVQEhTw#/registration

The nuances of immigration in the era of MAGA Join our community members for a panel discussion on identity, migration and our hopes for the future, as we reflect on the recent 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the current immigration policy landscape.

New rule (July 28) lets Asylum Officers transfer some cases straight to immigration court for deportation without an interview. Grounds: filed 1+ yr after entry, a "particularly serious" conviction, or officer discretion. Transferred cases can still seek asylum before a judge.

TPS-based work authorization ended for roughly 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians July 27, 2026. We want our community to know that support and information are available. Find Legal & Mental Health Resources below ⤵️ https://tinyurl.com/MIRA-Resources-for-TPS

🎥 Join MIRA for the upcoming 'Good Trouble' Film Series presented by True North Action Alliance Boston! Bringing people of all races, origins, faiths, and backgrounds together to build community and strengthen our democracy in the lead-up to the 2026 midterm elections.

Find more resources Legal and Mental Health Resources for TPS holders on our website ➡️ https://miracoalition.org/news/tps-expiration-mira-stands-with-the-haitian-and-syrian-communities-legal-and-mental-health-resources/

📣 Colibrí Fellowship application deadline has been extended! Apply Now ➡️ bit.ly/Colibri_Fellowship_MIRA

Children shouldn't be alone in courtrooms. Unaccompanied children are our neighbors and friends. Yet thousands are at risk of losing access to legal representation because the Trump admin refuses to pay their attorneys. Tell Congress to protect children ➡️ tinyurl.com/protect-kids

📣Good News! The PROTECT Act has made it through conference committee - now it heads to the Governor’s desk to be signed. We urge Governor Healey to sign it as soon as possible❤️ #ProtectAllResidents #ProtectingMassachusettsCommunities #PMC #PROTECTAct #mapoli

Join MIRA at the Worcester African Festival! 📆 Saturday, August 1st | ⏰ 12pm 📍Worcester City Hall - 455 Main St, Worcester, MA 01608 This FREE family friendly event will feature LIVE music, activities, fashion, various vendors and more!

Updates as of July 30, 2026 - TPS ended for Haiti and Syria If you’re impacted by the termination, learn more about what you can do here ⤵️ https://miracoalition.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/End-of-TPS-for-Haiti-and-Syria-MA_7.27.26_Eng.pdf ✨ Written in English & Haitian Creole ✨

Today MIRA's Organizing team was proud to stand with The Venezuelan Association of Massachusetts, in partnership with the Massachusetts TPS Committee and La Colaborativa in support of the federal court hearing in VAM v. USCIS.

🚨Public Charge Rule – New Community Update - what you need to know! ✨Find the full pdf version of this update in English, Spanish, Portuguese & Haitian Creole on our website ✨ https://miracoalition.org/news/public-charge-rule-new-community-update-july-2026/

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Join Equity Now & Beyond for their upcoming FREE Immigration clinic 📆 Friday, August 7 | ⏰ 3pm -7 p.m 📍2300 Washington St, Roxbury, MA 02119 This immigration clinic will provide immigration consultations to help TPS holders and others find pathways to legalization if they are eligible.

Native-born, not fully accepted: one panelist's identity story Join our community members for a panel discussion on identity, migration and our hopes for the future, as we reflect on the recent 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the current immigration policy landscape.

Carrying pride and pain: Haitian immigrant identity 🇭🇹 Join our community members for a panel discussion on identity, migration and our hopes for the future, as we reflect on the recent 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the current immigration policy landscape.

Join Lakou Tanama, a space where Haitian community members can come together to talk, listen, and support one another in a safe environment. Scan the QR code to join the sessions on Zoom or visit ➡️ cwsglobal.org/lakou For more information, visit the webpage: cwsglobal.org/virtual-healing-spaces

🚨Tell Your Senators: Vote YES on S.4814 and Protect TPS Families🚨 Contact the U.S. Capitol switchboard at (202) 224-3121 to be connected with your senators. 🎥 https://youtu.be/ntm2BGPOzhA

"I don't want to lose my friends or my teammates because of the decision." ➡️ https://youtube.com/shorts/tRSBUgcfePo?feature=share 🚨Tell Your Senators: Vote YES on S.4814 and Protect TPS Families🚨 Contact the U.S. Capitol switchboard at (202) 224-3121 to be connected with your senators.

"I don't want to lose my friends or my teammates because of the decision." #ProtectTPS

🚨Tell Your Senators: Vote YES on S.4814 and Protect TPS Families🚨Contact the U.S. Capitol switchboard at (202) 224-3121 to be connected with your senators.

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Is your organization interested in offering immigration legal services and pursuing DOJ Accreditation? Apply for the Colibrí Fellowship! View the application on our website ➡️ bit.ly/Colibri_Fellowship_MIRA

Yesterday, MIRA was excited to have 12 students from the Crimson Summer Academy at Harvard University visit our office. The young intellects shared their aspirations for the future and had the opportunity to hear from some of our staff members about why they choose to work at the MIRA Coalition.

MIRA Coalition’s Intro to Immigration: 2026 Summer Training Series is back! This four-part virtual lunch hour series will present relevant, up-to-date, and accurate information on immigration topics. Register ➡️ https://miracoalition.org/training-series/

TPS Community Forum 🇭🇹 📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM 📍 New Jerusalem Evangelical Baptist Church 871 N. Main Street Randolph, MA 02368 This forum is free and open to the public.

ICE is targeting our friends and neighbors. They're bringing violence into our communities. And we’re standing up to fight back. Check out this thread from @miracoalition.bsky.social: because as an immigrant or a citizen, it’s essential that you know your rights.

Proud that #Easthampton City Council adopted a Resolution to Hold #ICE Immigration Agents Accountable for Violations of Mass Criminal Law. We are choosing to protect all of our neighbors. #StopICE We’re a Welcoming City. #ImmigrantsMakeUsStronger @miracoalition.bsky.social @aclum.bsky.social #mapoli

🚨 Public Charge Rule – New Community Update - what you need to know! ✨Find the full pdf version of this update in English - more languages coming soon!✨ miracoalition.org/news/public-...

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"I’m American at my core — but I can’t say it out loud" Join our community members for a panel discussion on identity, migration and our hopes for the future, as we reflect on the recent 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the current immigration policy landscape.