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Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune

@ruthzee.bsky.social

Boston City Councilor At-Large | heart & fight for ALL of us 💪🏿 | 617 Born & Bred, @bostonschools ➡️ @harvard_law | she/hers | 🇭🇹-🇺🇸

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Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 2d ago

Democracy starts with neighbors helping neighbors. 🗳️ The Boston Election Department is hiring poll workers for the Sept. 1 State Primary. Check out the graphic for pay, training, and how to apply—and share with someone who’d be a great fit!

Graphic with a dark navy background. Large bold white text at the top reads: BECOME AN ELECTION DAY POLL WORKER. Below, italic white text reads: for the upcoming September 1st State Primary. Bold white text below reads: The Boston Election Department is looking for community members to serve as poll workers for the upcoming State Primary. A blue box contains six bullet points in white text with underlined bold labels. Pay: Poll workers receive a stipend of $160–$200, depending on their assignment, plus payment for required training. Training: A three-hour paid training session is required before Election Day. Schedule: This is a full-day commitment. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., with time needed before opening and after closing. Responsibilities: Poll workers may help set up the polling location, check in voters, distribute ballots, provide directions and assistance, and help close the polls. Location: Applicants may request an assignment close to home. Languages: Bilingual and multilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. A red button at the bottom reads: VISIT BOSTON.GOV/POLLWORKER. The Ruthzee Louijeune, Boston City Councilor At-Large logo appears at the bottom on a gray bar.
Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 2w ago

350,000 people are at risk—and we refuse to stay silent. Today, we joined 50+ organizations, advocates, labor leaders, faith groups, and elected officials to demand Congress protect TPS for Haitians. Pass S. 4814. Keep families together. The time to act is now.

Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 2w ago

Happy Colombian Independence Day! 🇨🇴 Today we celebrate the July 20, 1810 uprising that launched Colombia’s fight for independence. We honor the resilience, culture, and contributions of Colombians everywhere. Team Zee is especially proud to celebrate our own Communications Director, Julián.

Six people stand together on a stage outdoors at Boston City Hall Plaza during a Colombian Independence Day celebration. At center, a man draped in a Colombian flag raises an official proclamation document in the air. Two attendees wear yellow Colombia soccer jerseys. A woman at far right in a light blue suit holds a small Colombian flag and applauds. A Boston City Council podium and the City of Boston seal are visible to the left. Trees and city buildings appear in the background.A group of folkloric dancers performs outdoors on the brick plaza at Boston City Hall on a sunny day. The male dancers wear light blue shirts, white pants, and wide-brimmed straw hats, and wave light blue scarves. The female dancers wear layered teal and white ruffled skirts that flare outward as they spin. City buildings are visible in the background, and audience members watch from the side.A large crowd of community members sits in folding chairs on the brick plaza at Boston City Hall during an outdoor event celebrating the Colombian community. Several attendees wear yellow Colombia jerseys or hold small Colombian flags. A television camera crew is visible in the background. City buildings and trees are visible behind the crowd.A close-up photo looking up at the Colombian flag flying on a flagpole against a clear blue sky, with Boston city buildings visible below. The flag features horizontal stripes of yellow, blue, and red.
Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 3w ago

This week, we celebrated ADA Day in Boston, honoring the Americans with Disabilities Act and the progress made toward a more accessible and inclusive city. Together, we continue to champion disability rights, access, and belonging for all.

Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 4w ago

We proudly raised the Venezuelan flag at Boston City Hall in celebration of their Independence Day Honoring Venezuela’s fight for independence, Boston’s vibrant community, and all those affected by the recent earthquake. Support relief efforts at vamass.org. ¡Feliz Día de la Independencia! 🇻🇪

Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 4w ago

On Sunday, we proudly raised the Cape Verdean flag at City Hall in honor of Cape Verdean Independence Day. 🇨🇻 Celebrating independence since 1975, we also recognized the pride sparked by the Cape Verde national team’s inspiring FIFA World Cup run. Here’s to freedom, resilience, and community!

The flag of Cabo Verde is raised on a flagpole in front of Boston City Hall on a bright, sunny day. The flag features a blue field with horizontal white, red, and white stripes and a circle of ten yellow stars. A podium with the City of Boston seal stands at the base of the flagpoles, flanked by clusters of blue, white, and red balloons. Several people stand at the podium and nearby, with the brutalist concrete facade of Boston City Hall visible in the background.Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune poses with a group of five young Cabo Verde fans outdoors at a sunny event in Boston’s City Hall Plaza. Several in the group wear blue Cabo Verde jerseys and accessories. One person has a Cabo Verde flag draped over their shoulders, and Councilor Louijeune holds a small Cabo Verde handheld flag. A Coca-Cola FIFA Fan Zone banner and Boston city buildings are visible in the background.A large group of mostly older adults poses together indoors, many seated in chairs, holding up the flag of Cabo Verde. The flag features a blue field with horizontal stripes of white, red, and white near the bottom, and a circle of ten yellow stars on the left side. Several attendees wear blue Cabo Verde apparel. Colorful artwork is visible on the wall behind the group.
Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 4w ago

🎉 We officially launched the Boston City Council Intern Network with our first Lunch & Learn! This summer initiative brings interns together for connection, professional development, and career readiness through a series of workshops. Excited to see what our interns will do!

stillngb.bsky.social@stillngb.bsky.social · last mo.

If you’re like me and this got lost in the flood of chaos, please take a sec to call your senators and urge them to hold a final vote.

Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 4mo ago

‼️ Huge win ‼️ 🇭🇹 The House passed H.R. 1689 to protect TPS for 350,000+ Haitians in the U.S. This win belongs to community, advocates, coalition, especially @pressley.house.gov Now it’s on to the Senate. Urge Senate to protect Haitian TPS holders who contribute to our economy & country.

Graphic with a blurred background of red, white, and blue flags. Bold header text reads Breaking in red, followed by U.S. House Votes Yes to Protect TPS for Haitians — Now Moves to Senate in dark navy, with Votes Yes underlined in magenta. Below, a screenshot of the U.S. House floor shows the vote tally on the scoreboard for H.R. 1689, On Passage: Republican Yea 10, Nay 204, NV 3; Democratic Yea 213; Independent Yea 1; Totals Yea 224, Nay 204; Time Remaining 0:00. An official portrait photo of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, wearing a black top and Congress pin, appears in the lower right corner in front of an American flag. A text box below reads: Thank you, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, for your unyielding advocacy for Haiti TPS and the most vulnerable among us, with her name highlighted in magenta. The Ruthzee Louijeune Boston City Councilor At-Large logo appears at the bottom.
Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 4w ago

🚨TIME FOR ACTION🚨 Boston City Council unanimously condemned the Supreme Court decision allowing TPS to end for 350,000+ Haitians and 6,000 Syrians. Now we need the Senate to act. Sign up for our phone bank, or use our call script to urge your senators to vote YES on S.4814. Every call matters.

Graphic with a light textured background at the top. Bold black text reads: Urge U.S. Senators to Protect TPS Today and Vote YES on Bill S.4814. Below, a photo of Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune speaking at a microphone at an outdoor rally, with protesters holding signs visible behind her. A light green rounded text box reads: Join us for a community phone bank on [purple] Wednesday, July 15 [end purple] at Mildred Hailey Apartments. Below, a smaller pill-shaped button reads: Swipe to Learn More, with a white arrow pointing right. The Ruthzee Louijeune, Boston City Councilor At-Large logo appears at the bottom left.Graphic with a light blue background. At the top, a photo shows people seated at tables making phone calls. In the foreground, a woman in an orange top holds a phone to her ear. Below, bold red text on a light green background reads: TPS PHONE BANK. Body text reads: Join us for a phone bank to urge our U.S. Senators to protect Temporary Protected Status (TPS) by voting yes on S.4814. Every call matters—help make your voice heard before this critical vote and stand with immigrant families who cannot afford to wait. Event details in dark blue bold text read: 15 JULY 2026 | 4-7PM. Below: Mildred Hailey Apartments, Anna Mae Cole Community Center, 4 Lamartine St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. To the right, a smaller photo shows two people seated at a table, one holding a phone. Below the photo, a teal box reads: VOLUNTEERS WELCOME. A purple box reads: SIGN UP: tinyurl.com/TPSVOLUNTEERPHONEBANK. The Ruthzee Louijeune, Boston City Councilor At-Large logo appears at the bottom.Graphic with a light purple background. Dark purple serif text at the top reads: What You Can Do To Continue to Support TPS Holders. Two numbered action items follow in black text. Item 1: [purple bold] Call the members of the U.S. Senate [end bold] and urge them to co-sponsor Senator Markey’s Bill S.4814 and extend TPS for Haitians. Below, italicized and underlined purple text reads: Here is what you can say: A call script in a light gray box follows: My name is _____, I’m calling to advocate for Haitians in the U.S with TPS Status across the country as the Federal Administration is seeking to end Temporary Protected Status. [bold] I urge Senator _____ to co-sponsor S.4814, the bipartisan bill that would extend Haiti’s Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for three years. [end bold] Following the recent Supreme Court decision allowing the termination of TPS protections, Congress must act immediately to prevent families from being forced back into dangerous conditions in Haiti. Thank you for your time, and I appreciate you sharing my message with the Senator. Item 2: [purple bold] Call the White House switchboard [end bold] at (202) 456-1414 and urge them to preserve TPS. The Ruthzee Louijeune, Boston City Councilor At-Large logo appears at the bottom.
Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · 4w ago

Our nurses show up for us every day. Today, we show up for them. We stand with the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and MGB Home Care nurses fighting for a fair contract. Supporting nurses means supporting quality care, fair working conditions, and healthier communities.

Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · last mo.

During Caribbean Heritage Month, we celebrated the cultures, histories, and contributions of Caribbean communities that strengthen Boston every day. Thank you to everyone who came together to honor our shared heritage, resilience, and the vibrant diversity of the Caribbean.

Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune poses with four community members outside a building with concrete columns. At center, a tall person wearing a colorful kente-patterned outfit and yellow-green pants stands on stilts. One attendee wears a black Juneteenth t-shirt reading: 1865 – They Not Like Us. The group smiles warmly for the photo.Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune poses with four community members outside a building with concrete columns. At center, a tall person wearing a colorful kente-patterned outfit and yellow-green pants stands on stilts. One attendee wears a black Juneteenth t-shirt reading: 1865 – They Not Like Us. The group smiles warmly for the photo.Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune smiles with a man in a navy blazer and striped dress shirt, wearing a lapel pin, at an outdoor plaza. City buildings and a brick courtyard are visible in the background.Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune smiles alongside Chef Sanders Nicolas of Catching Faith at an outdoor evening event beneath a white tent. Chef Nicolas holds a bowl of food toward the camera. He wears a black chef’s coat embroidered with the Catching Faith logo. A Catching Faith banner is visible in the background, reading: Where Faith, Food, & Fellowship Unite to Inspire a Deeper [connection]. City streets and parked cars are visible behind them.
Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · last mo.

Great news! This week, we signed Clause 41D into law, a tax order I sponsored to protect senior property tax relief by keeping eligibility in line with inflation. Thank you to all the advocates, residents, and the Massachusetts Senior Action Council for making this possible.

Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · last mo.

Our hearts are with the people of Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes. We’ve compiled a list of trusted organizations providing emergency relief. If you’re able, please consider donating to support families with medical care, food, shelter, and other essential needs. 🇻🇪

**Alt text:** Graphic titled How to Help Venezuela: Organizations People Can Donate To. Text reads: Amid these moments of celebration, our hearts are also with the people of Venezuela as they mourn the lives lost and communities devastated by the recent earthquake. We stand in solidarity with all those affected. Financial donations to established relief organizations are one of the most effective ways to support humanitarian efforts. Five organizations are listed: International Rescue Committee: Provides humanitarian assistance including healthcare, food support, and educational opportunities. Donations enable the IRC to expand access to essential services and scale programs throughout Venezuela. International Medical Corps: Delivers emergency medical care, health education, and disaster response services. Funding supports deployment of additional medical personnel, supplies, and resources. Doctors Without Borders: Supplying emergency trauma kits and medical resources to hospitals in Caracas. Donations help sustain emergency medical operations and ensure access to quality healthcare. Save the Children: Provides food, clean water, shelter, healthcare, and educational support for children and families, and combats malnutrition. Contributions support immediate relief and long-term recovery. Corus International: Combines humanitarian aid with technology-driven solutions. Areas of support include emergency shelter, cash assistance, WASH services, prevention of violence against women and girls, and disaster risk reduction. Funding supports immediate response and long-term community recovery.
Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune@ruthzee.bsky.social · last mo.

As we respond to the Supreme Court’s harmful decision allowing the end of TPS for Haitians and Syrians, here are resources to protect your rights and support your community. Get legal help, know your rights, urge Congress to pass S.4814, and donate if you’re able.

Graphic with a dark overlay on a background photo of a woman speaking at a microphone at an outdoor rally, with a crowd of protesters visible behind her. Bold white text at the top reads: HOW YOU CAN HELP YOUR TPS NEIGHBORS TODAY AND RESOURCES FOR THOSE AFFECTED. A red arrow points right toward a red button reading: SWIPE FOR MORE. Below, white text reads: On June 25, 2026, the Supreme Court cruelly decided to terminate TPS for more than 350,000 Haitians and more than 6,000 Syrians living legally in the U.S. We need your support today. A blue box reads: Please consider donating today at: unitedwaymassbay.org/united-response and tbf.org/immigrantneighbors. Below the box, white text reads: For more resources visit tinyurl.com/ImmigrationResourceRL. The Ruthzee Louijeune, Boston City Councilor At-Large logo appears at the bottom.Graphic with a blue overlay on a background photo of protesters holding signs at a rally. Bold white text at the top reads: RESOURCES FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY THE TERMINATION OF TPS. A blue box contains the following text: Immigration resources, legal assistance, know-your-rights information, and family preparedness tools: tinyurl.com/ImmigrationResourceRL. Below the box, additional resources are listed in white text: Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Advancement: boston.gov/immigrant-support. Governor Healey Resources: mass.gov/info-details/resources-for-immigrants-in-massachusetts. Think you see ICE? Call the LUCE Hotline: 617-370-5023. Luce can verify ICE sighting, support you in exercising your rights, and share verified information to protect the community. Visit the Immigrant Family Services Institute (IFSI) for accurate and timely information about new developments in immigration laws and the wider legal landscape: ifsi-usa.org. MIRA Coalition Webinar on Tuesday, June 30 at 12PM: Supreme Court Decision on TPS for Haiti: What do we do now? bit.ly/TPSforHaiti_Webinar. For Know Your Rights info visit: aclu.org/know-your-rights. The Ruthzee Louijeune, Boston City Councilor At-Large logo appears at the bottom.Graphic with a blue overlay on a background photo of protesters holding signs at a rally. Bold white text at the top reads: HOW YOU CAN HELP YOUR NEIGHBORS WITH TPS TODAY. Three bullet points follow in white text. First bullet: If you’re an employer, [red highlight] please do not make preemptive layoffs. [end highlight] Your employees may have legal pathways available, and your support can make a meaningful difference during this uncertain time. Second bullet: [red highlight] You can also take action by contacting your U.S. Senators [end highlight] and urging them to support S.4814 to protect TPS holders. More information to come soon on how you can help. Visit: congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/4814. Third bullet: Finally, if you are able, please [red highlight] consider supporting the organizations working every day to protect and serve [end highlight] immigrant families. Your generosity can help provide legal representation, emergency financial assistance, and critical community support for families facing tremendous uncertainty. A red button reads: DONATE TODAY. Below, donation links are listed: United Way Massachusetts Bay – United Response Fund: unitedwaymassbay.org/united-response. The Boston Foundation – Meeting the Moment: Supporting Our Immigrant Neighbors: tbf.org/immigrantneighbors. The Ruthzee Louijeune, Boston City Councilor At-Large logo appears at the bottom.