波士頓移民進步辦公室通訊/ Office of Women's Advancement/ Community Preservation Act

Immigrant Advancement

Happy Latinx Heritage Month! Latinx Heritage Month, from September 15 to October 15, honors the diverse contributions and cultures of Americans with Latin American roots, including Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central, and South America. It coincides with the independence anniversaries of several nations and began as a week-long celebration by President Lyndon Johnson, now extended to a month. This observance promotes inclusivity, education about Latinx communities' impact on American society, and recognizes non-binary and gender-expansive individuals and other diverse groups within this celebration. Don't miss out on the Latinx Heritage Month Celebration on September 19 in City Hall Plaza! Latinx Heritage Month Celebration We are excited to announce the Latinx Heritage Month Celebration at City Hall Plaza. This month is a wonderful opportunity for us to recognize and celebrate the rich culture, history, and contributions of the Latinx community. Join us in celebration on Tuesday, September 19 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm at City Hall Plaza. If your organization is interested in tabling, please email george.castro@boston.gov. If you are interested in volunteering, please email natalia.espinosa@boston.gov. Grant Opportunity: Fall 2023 Immigrant Youth Advancement Program The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement is now taking applications for nonprofit organizations to offer work experience opportunities to immigrant youth. Organizations must provide leadership development and professional skills attainment in a culturally and linguistically sensitive manner. Please review the Fall 2023 Request for Applications (RFA) here - due Monday, October 2, 2023. For more information, please contact Hawa Yusuf at hawa.yusuf@boston.gov. Employer Info Session The Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement, Boston Public Library, and Pathway for Immigrant Workers are hosting an information session for employers about how to sponsor a low-wage immigrant worker for a green card. An immigration lawyer will give a presentation and answer questions. The information session is on Monday, September 25, from 6 - 7:30 p.m. in the Commonwealth Salon of the Central Library in Copley Square. Register here. Next Free Immigration Consultations - September 20 Our next Free Immigration Consultations are on September 20. Volunteer lawyers work with MOIA to offer free immigration consultations on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 12pm to 3pm. You must register in advance. To schedule an appointment call (617) 635-2980 or email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. Appointments are currently by telephone. Interpretation and disability accommodations are available. Consultations are 15 minutes and limited to one-time only. More information and flyers in several languages can be found on boston.gov/immigrants. Keeping Up with MOIA Making the Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement Permanent: An ordinance was filed on June 28th, 2023 by Councilor Julia Mejia to codify the Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement. The Mayor created an Office for Immigrant Advancement, but this Office was never codified into law, giving the people of Boston an opportunity to define for themselves how they would like to see the City serve our immigrant population. On August 29th, 2023, the council committee on government operations held a hearing where they received input from the community. Temporary Protected Status: Mayor Wu joined more than 30 mayors and county executives from across the country asking the Department of Homeland Security to expand access to Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for our community members who cannot return safely to their home countries. Pencil Day: On September 7th, on the first day of school for Boston Public Schools, staff from across the city visited over 120 schools to greet students with smiles and fresh pencils from Mayor Wu as part of our annual tradition.  Little Amal: Little Amal is the 12-foot puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee child at the heart of The Walk. She has become a global symbol of human rights, especially those of refugees. From September 7-9 the City of Boston and several organizations welcomed Little Amal to Boston. Events and Announcements September 17 - Join us as we recognize the independence day for Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, & Costa Rica.  September 17 - Welcome Fiesta will celebrate the start of Latinx Heritage Month and feature a comparsa and performances from various Latin American artists residing in Boston. September 22 - Artists such as Yara Liceaga and Fabiola Méndez will perform during this celebration of Afro-Antillean rhythms and Latin women's voices. September 23 - Residents can learn Salsa through dance classes on City Hall Plaza and enjoy performances by Clave & Blues and guests. September 24 - The City of Boston is hosting a free Youth Sports Fair for youth ages 9-14 where kids can explore sports they haven’t been able to try before and register for local youth sports opportunities. Job Postings Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center is hiring for several positions! Please check out their website.  Salem Public Schools is hiring a middle school Spanish Teacher

Hi neighbor, Let's take a look back on the past month's successes and look forward to upcoming events. You can also receive frequent Green New Deal updates on our Instagram and Twitter. LOOKING BACK Climate Ready Boston speaks with GBH Radio "They're excited about these projects and they want to see projects that provide not only flood protection or relief from extreme heat, but also provide either improved transportation benefits or increased access to the waterfront or open space," Hannah Wagner, Climate Resilience Project Manager said. "There's really an opportunity here to work together within communities and both provide risk reduction and resilience to climate change, but also additional benefits as we go." Read more or listen here. Bluebikes partnership with the Boston Tree Alliance For every Bluebike ride in September, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is donating $1 to the Boston Tree Alliance, a City of Boston program working with Mass Audubon to bolster the City's tree canopy in environmental justice neighborhoods. Learn more about this program at boston.gov/tree-alliance. Bay State Banner: Mattapan ‘urban wild’ slated for restoration City plans cleanup, trails in Mattahunt Woods “I think with this particular project, it’s an exciting opportunity for the city and for the community to take one of our very wooded, overgrown urban wilds that needs a little bit of upkeep, to say the least, in an area where green open space is really needed and valued and really create a new, passive open space for the residents of this neighborhood to enjoy,” said Catherine McCandless, who is managing the project for the city." Read the article here. UPCOMING SEPT 9: Ready Boston Field Day The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is hosting the City’s second annual Ready Boston Field Day at English High School Track and Field on Saturday, September 9, 11 am - 3 pm. Climate Ready Boston will be there to discuss how the City is preparing for extreme weather. SEPT 13: Mattahunt Woods Open House #2 The City of Boston is working on a restoration project with site access improvements in Mattahunt Woods. Please join us for a virtual open house on Wednesday, September 13 at 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Interpretation in Spanish and Haitian Creole will be available. Register today! SEPT 20: Tree Alliance Workshop/ Information Session Please join us for the Boston Tree Alliance Workshop and Information Session for nonprofits interested in joining the Alliance. Wednesday, September 20, 12 -1:30 pm Boston Nature Center 500 Walk Hill Street, Mattapan, MA, 02126 RSVP here. SEPT 23: Fix-It Clinic The September 9 Fix- It Clinic has been cancelled. The next Fix-It Clinic is Saturday, September 23 at the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library at 30 South St, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130. The remaining clinics are: Codman Square, October 21 Hyde Park, November 4 Upham's Corner, November 18 JOIN OUR TEAM! WE'RE HIRING APPLY HERE APPLY HERE

Community Preservation Act

Join Us! Community Preservation Committee Annual Public Hearing on Thursday, September 21st, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. The Community Preservation Committee will meet virtually on Thursday, September 21st at 5:30 P.M. The public hearing will be held virtually and not in person. Hearing Details:  Members of the public can participate in the hearing by going to our Zoom Meeting link or calling 1-929-205-6099 and entering the meeting ID 852 5637 6061 and passcode 021527. You can find the public notice for the virtual CPC hearing here. The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) and the public will be provided with a summary of the Community Preservation Funding allotted from 2018 to 2023. Additionally, the CPC will review and discuss the goals and priorities outlined in the FY 2023-2027 Community Preservation Plan (CPP) to prepare for the upcoming 2024 funding cycle. If you would like to share public comments at the annual CPC hearing, please sign up here and you can send written comments here.  Grant Funding Opportunities The RFP for the George B. Henderson Foundation’s 2023 Grants is available on their website. Please note the upcoming proposal deadline, October 6, 2023, as well as an optional applicant forum on September 12, 2023. For other grant funding resources, please see below:  Historic Preservation funding Open Space and Recreation funding Questions about the CPA Program? CPA staff is here to answer your questions, talk through a potential project, and assist you through the application process. Please contact us. Thadine Brown, Director  thadine.brown@boston.gov Rakia Islam, Manager of Engagement and Operations  rakia.islam@boston.gov Amber Delgado, Grant Compliance Manager amber.delgado@boston.gov Gillian Lang, Historic Preservation Consultant  gillian.lang@boston.gov Rachel Guilfoil, Open Space and Recreation Consultant  rachel.guilfoil@boston.gov  Contact us: If you would like our staff to do a CPA presentation for your neighborhood association or organization, contact us here. Please visit the CPA's webpage for updates and events.

Immigrant Advancement   Welcome to MOIA! Program Manager for New Arrivals: Trevor LaFauci Join us in welcoming Trevor LaFauci, our new Program Manager for New Arrivals. Trevor will work on identifying and implementing support systems for Boston’s new immigrant residents while developing community leaders. Read his bio. Policy Advisor: Mario Paredes And congratulations to Mario Paredes, our new Policy Advisor. Through a community-based approach, Mario will track, interpret, and advise our team on policies related to immigrant rights and integration. Read his bio. Goodbye from MOIA's Communications Manager Dear friends and colleagues, I am sad to share that after three years, this is my last week with the City of Boston Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA). I won't be going far; starting September 13 I will be with the Boston Public Health Commission and will be reachable at pyu@bphc.org. The past three years have been truly wonderful. The MOIA team is composed of the best humans I have ever worked with—they are dedicated, passionate, and approach every situation with kindness, thoughtfulness, and integrity. It has been such a privilege. Our nonprofit partners and community leaders inspire me with their fight and resiliency to change unjust systems to treat all people with dignity. And our immigrant communities, whom we serve, are who make this work full of meaning. The lessons you have taught me I will carry into my next role and for the rest of my life. I am forever grateful and thank you from my whole heart. As always, to contact MOIA please email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. All press requests can go to press@boston.gov. Thank you! Pai En Yu Strategic Communications Manager Little Amal in Boston Little Amal is the 12-foot puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee child at the heart of The Walk. She has become a global symbol of human rights, especially those of refugees. The City of Boston and several organizations will welcome Little Amal to Boston from September 7 - 9. Find a full list of events on boston.gov/little-amal Tuition Equity We are celebrating Massachusetts students being able to qualify for in-state tuition and financial aid regardless of immigration status. With Governor Maura Healey’s approval of tuition equity in the FY24 state budget, Massachusetts joins 23 other states and DC that have similar in-state tuition laws. We are grateful for Mayor Michelle Wu’s long-standing support of affordability and equity in higher education, the determination from state legislators who pushed to include tuition equity in the budget, and the coordinated partnership with local and national leaders and advocates. We especially want to recognize the Massachusetts Tuition Equity Coalition (steered by Stories Inspiring Movements, Brazilian Workers Center, and Centro Presente), MIRA Coalition, State Representatives Adrian Madaro and Mike Moran, and State Senators Liz Miranda and Brendan Crighton. We shared several infographics on our social media. Please reshare them in English (Facebook, Instagram, X) and Spanish (Facebook, Instagram, X) Rental Relief Fund Updates The current Rental Relief Fund will close for new applications on September 30. The City will try to fund all eligible applicants who apply before then, but funding is not guaranteed and other resources like RAFT are encouraged. A permanent rental relief program with limited funding will launch on January 2, 2024.  There will be two public community meetings. The first is for community and non-profit partners on Thursday, September 14 from 2:00PM to 3:30PM at City Hall in the 5th floor Piemonte Room. There will be a second meeting for tenants, landlords, and other stakeholders at a later date. Immigrants Lead Boston Lab Graduation Congratulations to our 13 Immigrants Lead Boston alumni who just finished an extended program about community advocacy to make Boston a better City for all. Immigrants Lead Boston currently has an alumni network of 58 participants from 34 countries representing 11 Boston neighborhoods, and it will be expanding to Spanish in 2024! To learn more about the participants, watch the graduation, and find pictures, click here. Next Free Immigration Consultations on Sept 6 Our next Free Immigration Consultations are on September 6. Volunteer lawyers work with MOIA to offer free immigration consultations on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 12pm to 3pm. To schedule an appointment call (617) 635-2980 or email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. Appointments are currently by telephone. Interpretation and disability accommodations are available. Consultations are 15 minutes and limited to one-time only. More information and flyers in several languages can be found on boston.gov/immigrants.

Immigrant Advancement

New Driver's License Law Eligible residents in Massachusetts can now apply for a standard driver's license regardless of immigration status under the state law that went into effect in July. If you need help or have questions, the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) has a website mass.gov/wfma and phone line at (857) 368-9362. The website and phone line have information in several languages. The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement and the Mayor's Office of Language and Communications Access have partnered with the Driving Families Forward Coalition to create flyers explaining the process. They're posted on boston.gov/immigrants and on our social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter). Immigrant Heritage Month Thank you for celebrating Immigrant Heritage Month with us! We are so grateful to partner with so many organizations throughout Boston to celebrate our vibrant immigrant communities. Find more information on our website boston.gov/we-are-boston and find pictures and videos on our social media @BOSimmigrants on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.  Free Swim Lessons The City of Boston is offering free swim lessons throughout the summer at select pools in Boston operated by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston and the YMCA of Greater Boston.  Swim Safe Boston offers free swim lessons for youth ages 3-12 available at locations across the city; free life jackets for youth that are swimming with their families in open water locations; and incentives and free training for lifeguards to keep our city pools safe throughout the year.  Beat the Heat Do you know how to stay safe in heat emergencies this summer? Sign up for Alert Boston to be notified of heat emergencies, and visit boston.gov/heat for more information on heat safety tips. There are utility assistance and energy efficiency programs through Mass Save for Massachusetts residents. Boston residents can also find information about the Rental Relief Fund and Community Choice Electricity programs through the City of Boston and ABCD. Host a Block Party Block parties are one of the most delightful ways to connect neighbors, build community, and have fun! If you want to host one, the City of Boston is offering $750 mini-grants to help. Apply now. Video Interpretation Services at all BPL Locations The Boston Public Library (BPL) now has video interpretation services at all BPL locations. This service is offered in partnership with the Mayor’s Disabilities Commission, the Mayor’s Office of Language and Communications Access, and the Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement.  To request video interpretation, go to the welcome desk or ask a BPL staff member for assistance. Using designated Chromebooks, staff will be able to instantly connect to an interpreter in your preferred language. You can also use video interpreation for meetings with BPL’s career counselors, BPL’s social workers, financial literacy services, or those visiting the Special Collections department.  Did you know? BPL also has ESOL courses and resources for adult learners through its Community Learning Department. Contact the Literacy Services Department at literacyservices@bpl.org or (617) 859-2446. Next Free Immigration Consultations on July 19 Our next Free Immigration Consultations are on July 19. Volunteer lawyers work with MOIA to offer free immigration consultations on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 12pm to 3pm. To schedule an appointment call (617) 635-2980 or email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. Appointments are currently by telephone. Interpretation and disability accommodations are available. Consultations are 15 minutes and limited to one-time only. More information and flyers in several languages can be found on boston.gov/immigrants. Events and Announcements July 8 - COVID-9 Vaccination and Flu Clinic in Brighton (English, Portuguese) July 9 - AACA Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic workshop July 12 - Renting Rights in Boston: Learn about your tenant rights with the Mayor's Office of Housing Stability July 19 - Identifying Rental Scams: A Workshop with the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation July 18 - ADA Day on City Hall Plaza July 21 - Deadline to apply to the Life Sciences Workforce Development Initiative RFP by the Mayor's Office of Workforce Development August 1 - Deadline to apply for the Massachusetts Institute for Community Health Leadership program August 7 - Deadline to apply to 2 RFPs from the Boston Public Health Commission seeking consultants for a trauma-informed and equitable workforce initiative and an evaluation consultant for learning collaborative August 11 - Deadline for young people to apply to be a part of the 2023-2024 Mayor’s Youth Council From July 6 to August 3, BPL and St. Mark Community Education Program has a 5-week Digital Literacy class for adult English learners Measuring Well-being, a reference list for researchers and organizations wishing to measure the impact of mental health and well-being interventions for immigrant populations New Report:

Hello SPARK Family My name is Anthony Nguyen, the new director of SPARK Boston. As a lifelong Boston resident and SPARK council member for two years, I have a deep understanding of our City and programming. I am excited to connect with all of you.  A special thank you to my predecessor Audrey Seraphin for leading the program through COVID times, several administrations and more.  To kick off introductions, I love soccer, trying new restaurants and I could talk for days about anything really. I am looking forward to building the program to new heights and strengthening our foundations in civic engagement, community and collaboration. When you see me out in the community, please do not hesitate to connect with me. Blocky Party Grants Do you want to throw a party to activate your community but do not have the funds or know where to start? Sign up for block party grants. This grant can be used for food, party supplies, games and more! The City also has block party kits for residents to borrow and use at parties. These kits include: jump ropes, hula hoops, chalk, a splash tower and more. As the weather warms up, let’s get outside, meet our neighbors and hopefully, make a few new friends! Host a Block Party! Hyde Park Festival in the Streets In the spirit of block parties come to Hyde Park and check out the Festival In The Streets. The whole block will be shut down for folks to enjoy. There will be music, food trucks, breweries and more. This is a ticketed event and requires purchase. Visit their website for more information! Festival in the Streets Tickets Join us at the Jamaica Plain Open Streets Join us at the Jamaica Plain edition of Open Streets Boston. This marks the second annual event where everyone can enjoy streets as open pedestrian spaces. You can walk, roll or bike up and down Centre Street. This is a great way to learn more about local businesses, organizations and the JP community. Save the dates for our future Open Street events. Roxbury, we’ll see you on July 15! Open Streets Boston Join us at the Boston Unity Cup We will also be at the annual Boston Unity Cup. The Boston Unity Cup is a citywide adult soccer tournament that celebrates community and partnership. Fun fact: I played in it last year. There are 50 teams this year slated to play and represent over 25 countries! Catch us at the resource fair 11 am - 1 pm. Boston Unity Cup 2023 Boston Art & Music Soul (BAMS) Festival This weekend is the Boston Art & Music Soul (BAMS) Festival! BAMS is back for its fifth annual festival celebrating Black music and culture in the City of Boston. The festival will be taking place in Franklin Park Playstead Field. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Black Music Month and support our local artists. This is a ticketed event and requires purchase. BAMS Festival 114th NAACP National Conference Mark your calendars! The NAACP National Conference is coming to Boston July 28-August 1. The conference will take place at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC). Register today.  114th NAACP National Conference Registration Celebrate ADA Day 2023 July 18th is ADA Day! Come celebrate with the Boston Disabilities Commission on City Hall Plaza from 12 - 2 pm. Upcoming Hearings & Community Events Parks Summer Fitness Series Various dates, times and locations Open Your Heart: Immigrant Stories and Music from Boston and Beyond Friday, June 30 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM | City Hall Plaza Boston's Urban Pride's Music and Arts Festival July 2 at 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM | City Hall Plaza BBG Fest Saturday, July 8 from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM | City Hall Plaza   Allston-Brighton Neighborhood Concert: JP Sax Quartet Tuesday, July 11 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM | Oak Square Common 2023 Swinging in the Fens, Featuring Jelani Bauman Wednesday, July 12 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM | Ramler Park   5 Days of Chess Various dates, times and locations Roslindale Neighborhood Concert: Divas with a Twist Monday, July 17 at 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM | Fallon Field Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Concert: Northeast Groove Monday, July 24 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM | Jamaica Pond   South End Neighborhood Concert: Conscious Reggae Wednesday, July 26 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM | Blackstone Square Mattapan Neighborhood Concert: National Night Out with Conscious Reggae Monday, July 31 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM | Hunt Playground (Almont Park) For more City events visit our Events Page City of Boston Job Board View Jobs in the City of Boston Career Center We are only days away from our first ever ONEin3/SPARK Alumni event! I cannot wait to see familiar faces, meet new ones and see what our amazing alumni are up to. Lastly, this year we have received tremendous interest from folks to join the upcoming 2023-2024 council. The applicant pool truly represents Bostonians from all walks of life and their passion for civic engagement. Applicants should be hearing back from us any day now. We are excited to connect and learn more about you!  Best, Anthony Nguyen SPARK Boston Director

Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement

In this email you will find: JUNE: Pride Month & MCSW Survey on Women and the LGBTQ+ Experience Postpartum Education & Support Group Pilot Recap EVENTS FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS: "Level up in Mental Health" A Black Career and College Fair for Mental Heal 30th Anniversary of the FMLA and Massachusetts Paid Leave Protections Immigrant Small Business Resource Fair Google Career Certificates 2023 Neighborhood Coffee Hours Summer Links In June we celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Pride Month in honor of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. The Mayor's Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement and Mayor's Office of Arts & Culture will be celebrating National LGBTQ+ Pride month by hosting, supporting, and amplifying events that serve the local Queer community. This celebration of National LGBTQ+ Pride Month will feature the unveiling of Portraits of Pride, a photography project that highlights LGBTQ+ leaders, which will remain on the Plaza for the entire month of June. The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) is focused on elevating the voices of women and those who identify as LGBTQ+ across the Commonwealth. Please take our survey and share your story with us. Your responses will aid our policy and legislative recommendations so they may be a true reflection of your lived experiences. If you are between the ages of 25-65 and identify as a woman or a queer woman please consider filling out our survey. Your input is valuable and your responses will remain entirely anonymous if you choose not to identify yourself. Take the survey or share with someone you might know: bit.ly/mcswlgbtqsurvey POSTPARTUM EDUCATION AND SUPPORT GROUP Last week we concluded our first cohort of the Postpartum Education and Support Group in partnership with Love Your Menses.  This 10-week, free, virtual program supported and educated Boston residents, particularly Black and Brown women, who have recently given birth or were expected to give birth soon. The weekly virtual sessions including but were not limited to peer-mentorship, consultations with OB/GYN providers, guest speakers, and a postpartum care box. EVENTS FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS: Join PureSpark and the Boston Public Library (BPL) for our Level Up in Mental Health Career and College Fair! Our goal is to address the lack of representation in the mental health profession by providing resources and opportunities for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in this field. Learn More A celebration of federal and state job protected leave and the impact of paid leave for workers and their families. in Massachusetts. Learn More Join Small Business Strong in partnership with the City of Boston’s Office of Economic Opportunity & Inclusion and Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center on June 20, 2023 for a free Small Business Resource Fair for immigrant business owners in the Greater Boston area. At the Immigrant Small Business Resource Fair, you'll have the unique opportunity to engage in in-person consultations with a diverse group of experienced consultants who specialize in helping small businesses thrive. These knowledgeable professionals will provide personalized guidance and practical advice tailored to the specific challenges faced by immigrant entrepreneurs. REGISTER Boston Public Library has partnered with Grow with Google to offer the Google Career Certificate program, AT NO COST TO YOU! Google Career Certificates can help you prepare for jobs in: Cybersecurity Advanced Data Analytics Digital Marketing & E-commerce IT Support Project Management UX Design IT Automation with Python Business Intelligence Learn More

Immigrant Advancement   June is Immigrant Heritage Month June is Immigrant Heritage Month! We are celebrating by partnering with several community-based organizations to host events throughout the city. Get to know immigrant communities in Boston and discover more resources. Find events at boston.gov/we-are-boston. Read the press release and its translations here.  We'll also be sharing lots of videos and pictures, so follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @BOSimmigrants. Letter from Natalia As some may already know, my last day with MOIA was May 19, which also happened to be the We Are Boston reception; it was a wonderful opportunity to connect with so many of you and reflect on our collaborations. I joined MOIA mid-pandemic, a time where many of our immigrant community members were disproportionately bearing the weight of COVID-19 and suffering the cumulative effects of an inequitable, unsafe and unfair system. I was, and still remain, in awe of the proactive community-based organizational response. It has been an honor to work with you over the past few years. Thank you to those of you who pushed us at MOIA to work for immigrant entrepreneurs, solidarity economies, foreign-trained professionals, and for those who were left out of COVID-19 recovery and stimulus programs because of their status. I will not be moving far, as I will be stepping into the role of Economic Mobility Manager for the City of Boston Equity and Inclusion Cabinet. In my new role I will build out safety nets for our most vulnerable populations and continue to move transformative economic mobility forward for Bostonians in a manner that honors and encompasses our identities, diversities and intersectionalities. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me, my email will remain the same. Many thanks, Natalia ILB Lab: From Ideas to Action Congratulations to the first class of ILB Lab: From Ideas to Action! These 15 leaders will meet with re:power and learn the basics of grassroots organizing, build skills in advocacy, and continue to represent their communities in Boston. We're excited to see you learn and grow with this program!  Next Free Immigration Consultations on June 21 Our next Free Immigration Consultations are on June 21. Volunteer lawyers work with MOIA to offer free immigration consultations on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 12pm to 3pm. To schedule an appointment call (617) 635-2980 or email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. Appointments are currently by telephone. Interpretation and disability accommodations are available. Consultations are 15 minutes and limited to one-time only. More information and flyers in several languages can be found on boston.gov/immigrants. Meet the Mayor Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and City departments about your neighborhood. Come say hi and ask questions. There will also be free coffee, donuts, plants and giveaways. Find the full schedule at boston.gov/coffee-hours. Events and Announcements June 10 - NOAH run to the Garden, a run and celebration in East Boston  June 11 - "Tu Salud," a free Latino Health and Wellness Fair at Fenway Park that includes a food distribution June 15 - "Get to Know Commissioner Cox" at the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency Community Meeting June 16 - Slavery in Boston exhibit at Faneuil Hall June 20 - Immigrant Small Business Resource Fair at Central Library June 20 - "Peace by Chocolate" film screening hosted by RIAC June 22 - Cabo Verdean Independence Day celebration in Dorchester June 30 - Somali Culture Festival by SPACE to celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month July 21 - Deadline to apply to the Life Sciences Workforce Development Initiative RFP by the Mayor's Office of Workforce Development Rian Immigrant Center and the Boston Public Library host Free Immigration Legal Clinics on the third Thursday of every month in Roslindale The Boston Public Health Commission made two graphics about when to call 988, the BEST team, the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline, or seek care at a community behavioral health center: Behavioral Health Crisis Example Scenarios; Behavioral Health Crisis Response Options Sign up to receive updates from the RMV on the Work and Family Mobility Act here Job Postings Mayor's Office of Food Justice is hiring a Partnership and Community Engagement Manager, a Program Manager, and a Deputy Director HealthLawAdvocates is hiring a Paralegal/Intake Coordinator Just a Start is hiring a Teacher and Academic Support Specialist Fairmount Indigo CDC Collaborative is hiring a Climate Justice Community Organizer Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center is hiring a Communications and Development Manager and a Director of Red Oak Afterschool and Summer Program The Massachusetts Office for Refugees and Immigrants (ORI) is hiring a Housing Program Coordinator

Metrolist   Keeping You Connected to Income-Restricted Housing Opportunities in the Boston Area SEARCH COMPLETE LISTINGS Upcoming Workshops 6 JUNE Virtual Legal Clinic 5:30 pm | At the clinic, you can speak with attorneys, a landlord mediator, and OHS staff. Register. 8 JUNE Housing Search Workshop 4:00 pm | Every other Thursday, the Office of Housing Stability hosts an in-person housing search workshop at City Hall in room 705. Register. Housing Stability Notification Act The Housing Stability Notification Act (HSNA) requires any landlord to provide renters with a Notice of Tenant’s Rights and Resources when planning to end a tenancy agreement. Additionally, all Notice to Quits must be uploaded to the City's HSNA portal.  LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HSNA Rental Relief Fund Applying for rental assistance may "stop the clock" on the eviction process if you currently have a case in Housing Court. For more information, email  housingstability@boston.gov or call 617-635-4200. APPLY FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE TODAY Woodbury Apartments Woodbury Apartments, a fully income-restricted housing development, is now accepting housing lottery applications.  The 17 unit development comprises three studios, seven one-bedroom, and seven two-bedroom units. The apartments are available to renters earning at or below 60% and 100% of Area Median Income (AMI). Located in the heart of Maverick Square in East Boston, the property is just 128 feet from the Maverick MBTA Station, located on the Blue Line. The property is in close proximity to major bus routes, local shops, restaurants, East Boston Neighborhood Health Center, schools, grocery stores and the East Boston Waterfront. The deadline to submit a lottery application is June 22, 2023. LEARN MORE AND REQUEST AN APPLICATION New Rental Units: Lottery, Waitlist, and First Come, First Served Burbank Terrace - DEADLINE APPROACHING!  Fenway (2) One Bedroom - 30% of Household Income - Income Restricted at 30% AMI (5) Two Bedroom - 30% of Household Income - Income Restricted at 30% AMI (8) Studio - $1,340 - Income Restricted at 60% AMI (5) One Bedroom - $1,435 - Income Restricted at 60% AMI (7) Two Bedroom - $1,721 - Income Restricted at 60% AMI Lottery Application Available: Until Deadline Lottery Application Deadline: June 6, 2023 Fayette Street - DEADLINE APPROACHING!  Watertown (1) Three Bedroom - $1,970 - Income Restricted at 65% AMI Lottery Application Available: Until Deadline Lottery Application Deadline: June 9, 2023 Gatehouse 75 (Open Waitlist) Charlestown (1) Two Bedroom - $1,668 - Income Restricted at 70% AMI ​First Come, First Served 150 Camden Street (Open Waitlist) South End (1) Two Bedroom - $1,668 - Income Restricted at 70% AMI First Come, First Served  New Home Ownership Units: Lotteries and Resales Magnolia Woodford (Single Family Homes) Dorchester (2) Three Bedroom - $333,000 - Income Restricted at 100% AMI Lottery Application Available: Until Deadline Lottery Application Deadline: June 13, 2023  23 Magnolia (Two-Family Home)  Roxbury (1) Five Bedroom - $375,000 - Income Restricted at 80% AMI Lottery Application Available: Until Deadline Lottery Application Deadline: June 13, 2023 Holborn Street (Two Family Homes) Dorchester (1) Four Bedroom - $400,000 - Income Restricted at 80% AMI (1) Four Bedroom - $475,000 - Income Restricted at 100% AMI Lottery Application Available: Until Deadline Lottery Application Deadline: June 13, 2023 765 East Third - NEW THIS WEEK! South Boston (2) Two Bedroom - $252,000 - Income Restricted at 80% AMI (1) Three Bedroom - $368,500 - Income Restricted at 100% AMI Lottery Application Available: Until Deadline Lottery Application Deadline: June 14, 2023 Morton Station Village Mattapan (3) One Bedroom - $186,400 - Income Restricted at 80% AMI (1) One Bedroom - $221,900 - Income Restricted at 100% AMI (4) Two Bedroom - $248,600 - Income Restricted at 80% AMI (4) Two Bedroom - $288,700 - Income Restricted at 100% AMI Lottery Application Available: Until Deadline Lottery Application Deadline: June 27, 2003 Terrace Street Condos Mission Hill (1) One Bedroom - $225,000 - Income Restricted at 80% AMI First Come, First Served SEARCH COMPLETE LISTINGS Contact the Office of Housing Stability (617) 635-4200 Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM 43 Hawkins Street, Boston, MA 02114 boston.gov/housing-stability Helps Boston residents purchase, improve, and keep their homes.

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Career Connection Updates

START YOUR CITY GOVERNMENT ERA TODAY  We heard ERAS are a big deal - we took center stage and featured some of City Hall's greatest eras.   Join our City of Boston team and start your City government era today: boston.gov/jobs. RECENT GRADUATE? LOOKING FOR A CAREER CHANGE?  Are you a recent college graduate? Are you looking for a career change? We have open positions for all experience levels. Grow your career with us. NOW HIRING 911 CALL TAKERS The Operations Division of the Boston Police Department serves as the critical link between the public and emergency responders in the City of Boston. The Division is the City's primary Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) and handles all initial 911 calls and requests for assistance from the general public. READ MORE NEIGHBORHOOD COFFEE HOURS  Speak directly with the Mayor, your neighbors, and friends at this year’s series of coffee hours. Come for the free Dunkin’ and fresh fruit, stay for the lawn games and engaging conversation!  LIFE AT THE CITY OF BOSTON: WELCOME TO THE TEAM: DIANNA BRONCHUK, NEW ROSLINDALE NEIGHBORHOOD LIAISON Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Dianna Bronchuk, who will serve as the new liaison for Roslindale in the Office of Neighborhood Services. Dianna’s work in civic and community engagement bloomed during her council term on SPARK Boston where she organized a variety of programs for voter registration, small business promotion, and volunteer opportunities. In this role, Dianna will be the primary contact for constituents and businesses in the neighborhood looking to connect with the Mayor's Office, and will facilitate the delivery of services in collaboration with City departments. WELCOME TO THE TEAM: PAMELA LOMAX, DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PEOPLE AND CULTURE Pamela joins us as our new Deputy Director of People and Culture in the Office of Human Resources (OHR). In this role, Pamela will support the oversight, development and coordination of policies, activities, and staff for OHR. As a key leadership role in the People Operations Cabinet, Pamela will help develop and oversee all centralized employee-related policy, compliance, and activities. She will work collaboratively with the City’s legal, policy, and labor relations teams. Employees are at the core of the People Operations’ mission. Interested in joining us? Visit: boston.gov/jobs. BUILDING BOSTON'S FUTURE  Mayor Wu and the Inspectional Services Department joined members of the construction industry to celebrate women in the construction industry during Building Safety Month 2023. The event honored ten women who not only work in the building trades, but have also mentored and encouraged other women to pursue careers in construction. Please join us in congratulating the awardees, especially members of our City of Boston team: Kerrie Griffin, Michelle Flowers-Mitchell, Cheryl Odom, and Janet Collins! OPEN JOBS!  Community Engagement Specialist (Office of Streets)  Senior UX Researcher/Designer (Department of Innovation and Technology)  Chief of Staff (Veterans’ Services)  Supplier Diversity Program Manager (Department of Supplier Diversity)   Management Analyst (Budget)  Program Manager (Women’s Advancement) LINK UP WITH US ON LINKEDIN! Join LinkedIn and follow our company page to discover and discuss job opportunities!

Immigrant Advancement

We Are Boston 2023: Visionary Courage We had such a good time at We Are Boston 2023: Visionary Courage! Thank you, everyone, for supporting our office and immigrant communities in Boston! Congratulations to our awardees Driving Families Forward Coalition, Melodias Restaurant in East Boston, and Clare Louise Okalany. Soon, we'll have more details about Immigrant Heritage Month in June on boston.gov/we-are-boston. We wouldn't be able to do this without Mayor Michelle Wu, our City Hall colleagues, our community partners, generous support from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and all our sponsors!  You can find our pictures on our Facebook page and the Mayor's pictures here.  Mayor Wu and Immigrant Advancement Award Grants to Expand Access to Immigration Services This week we announced that we are awarding $711,000 in grants to 15 nonprofits to expand access to immigration services. The grants range from $5,000 to $90,000 for programs including Know Your Rights training, forms assistance, and legal consultation and representation. These grants are part of several initiatives by the Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement to make sure legal help is not limited to those who can afford it and to find innovative ways to expand much-needed resources. Read the press release and translations here.  Meet the Mayor Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and City departments about your neighborhood. Come say hi and ask questions. There will also be free coffee, donuts, plants and giveaways. Find the full schedule at boston.gov/coffee-hours. Next Free Immigration Consultations on June 7 Our next Free Immigration Consultations are on June 7. Volunteer lawyers work with MOIA to offer free immigration consultations on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 12pm to 3pm. To schedule an appointment call (617) 635-2980 or email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. Appointments are currently by telephone. Interpretation and disability accommodations are available. Consultations are 15 minutes and limited to one-time only. More information and flyers in several languages can be found on boston.gov/immigrants. Events and Announcements June 7 - June 28 - Free Small Business Workshops by St. Mark Community Education June 10 - NOAH run to the Garden, a run and celebration in East Boston  June 13 - First deadline to apply to the Klarman Family Foundation's new funding initiative, the Community Capital Fund to help community organizations with physical assets June 22 - Cabo Verdean Independence Day celebration in Dorchester Rian Immigrant Center and the Boston Public Library host Free Immigration Legal Clinics once a month in Roslindale The Boston Public Health Commission made two graphics about when to call 988, the BEST team, the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline, or seek care at a community behavioral health center: Behavioral Health Crisis Example Scenarios; Behavioral Health Crisis Response Options Sign up to receive updates from the RMV on the Work and Family Mobility Act here Job Postings Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center is hiring a Communications and Development Manager and a Director of Red Oak Afterschool and Summer Program The Massachusetts Office for Refugees and Immigrants (ORI) is hiring a Housing Program Coordinator and a Fiscal Support Coordinator The Mayor's Office for Black Male Advancement is hiring a Communications Manager Boston Adult Technical Academy is hiring a Partnership Coordinator

BERDO

Air Pollution Control Commission Special Hearing The Air Pollution Control Commission will be holding a Special Public Hearing on Tuesday May 23, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. The hearing will be held virtually at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86329377111. During this meeting, the BERDO team will present draft regulations proposals on Building Portfolios and Individual Compliance Schedules. The Commission will accept public feedback regarding the proposals during the hearing and open an informal public comment period to provide additional feedback and comments to the BERDO team. The draft proposals will be published after the hearing on boston.gov/berdo-regulations. If you would like to provide feedback on the proposals, please send your comments to claudia.diezmartinez@boston.gov This hearing is publicly noticed on boston.gov/public-notices. Updates on the regulations process will continue to be shared on boston.gov/berdo-regulations and through this BERDO email newsletter. BERDO Reporting was due May 15 - All are eligible for 30-day extension BERDO reporting on calendar year 2022 data was due on May 15, 2023. Because we are using a new reporting platform this year, we will be granting all building owners a 30-day extension on reporting if requested. Buildings whose first year of reporting is 2023 will be approved for a three-month extension and may request an updated deadline of August 15, 2023. You can request an extension for your property(ies) through the BERDO Reporting Form. Instructions on how to request an extension can be found on page 34 of the BERDO Reporting How-To Guide. How can we help you? Seeking feedback on Retrofit Resource Hub We are working on building out resources and programming through the Retrofit Resource Hub and want to hear from BERDO building owners or those reporting on their behalf. We are interested in learning more about what support would be most helpful on the path to BERDO compliance. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey to help inform our offerings. Thank you, Hannah Payne Director of Carbon Neutrality Environment Department

Immigrant Advancement   RSVPs Closed for We Are Boston on Friday The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement is hosting We Are Boston on May 19 at Blue Cross Blue Shield in the Prudential building. The workshop is from 3-5pm, and the reception is from 5:30-8pm. You must RSVP to attend, and the form is now closed. This year's We Are Boston is an in-person event that will recognize the successes of the past year and name this year’s honorees who are champions of diversity and inclusiveness. The fun-filled evening will include performances and an inspiring program. Immigrant Youth Summer Work Experience Grant The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement is now taking applications for nonprofit organizations to offer work experience opportunities to immigrant youth. Organizations must provide leadership development and professional skills attainment in a culturally and linguistically sensitive manner. Grant applications are due by May 18. Learn more and apply here. For more information or to request a translation, please contact Renato Castelo at renato.castelo@boston.gov. Meet the Mayor Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and City departments about your neighborhood. Come say hi and ask questions. There will also be free coffee, donuts, plants and giveaways. Find the full schedule at boston.gov/coffee-hours. Next Free Immigration Consultations on May 17 Our next Free Immigration Consultations are on May 17. Volunteer lawyers work with MOIA to offer free immigration consultations on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 12pm to 3pm. To schedule an appointment call (617) 635-2980 or email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. Appointments are currently by telephone. Interpretation and disability accommodations are available. Consultations are 15 minutes and limited to one-time only. More information and flyers in several languages can be found on boston.gov/immigrants. Know Your Rights Webinar for Immigrant Workers The Worker Empowerment Cabinet hosted a webinar about rights for immigrant workers regardless of status. Lawyers and government officials had presentations and answered questions. If you missed it, you can watch the video on Facebook here.  Anti-Asian Hate Thank you to AACA for holding an important conversation about anti-Asian hate and for inviting us to speak. Thank you to those who shared their stories, and for the partnership as we all work together to make Boston a better city for all. Events and Announcements May 16 - AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration at City Hall Plaza May 16 - June 6 - Business Start-up Workshop for Boston Immigrants of African Descent May 19 - Deadline to apply for the Asian Community Fund’s spring 2023 grantmaking cycle May 25, June 8 - Arts and Connection Series at the Pao Arts Center June 13 - First deadline to apply to the Klarman Family Foundation's new funding initiative, the Community Capital Fund to help community organizations with physical assets JVS Boston is recruiting for their next cohort of Bridges to College and Careers and has programs in Biotechnology, General Studies, and English for Advance Studies Massachusetts Health Connector has a social media toolkit and offers webinars about MassHealth Job Postings The Massachusetts Office for Refugees and Immigrants (ORI) is hiring a Housing Program Coordinator and a Fiscal Support Coordinator The Mayor's Office for Black Male Advancement is hiring a Communications Manager Boston Adult Technical Academy is hiring a Partnership Coordinator English for New Bostonians is hiring a Senior Director of Programs & Partnerships and a Director of Finance and Administration Community Preservation Act

Join Your City Councilor - Virtual and In-Person Community Preservation Information Sessions Good morning all,  The Community Preservation Office and Boston City Council cordially invite members of the public to meet us throughout the spring and summer to explore how residents can use CPA funds. Join us to learn how to preserve or create impactful projects in your community! You may also visit our website to view all upcoming engagement events.   New FY2024 Eligibility Determination Form - Now Open! To apply for our FY2024 Funding Round please review our Eligibility Determination Packet, the How to Apply Page, and complete an Eligibility Determination Form online. The CPA Office will determine if a project meets the eligibility criteria of the CPA statute. If your project is eligible, applicants are invited to submit an application for consideration to our nine-member Community Preservation Committee. Deadline: Thursday, August 31, 2023, at 5 p.m. Community News CPA-funded program One+Boston increases homebuyership opportunities for residents & families by offering low-interest mortgages to qualified home buyers & providing access to down payment & closing-cost assistance. Watch the video here!  Learn more http://homecenter.boston.gov CPA in the news! Preservation Act funding will flow into projects in Dot and Mattapan: $1m to Trotter School for a new playground Dozens of Boston infrastructure projects approved, funded through Community Preservation Act Grant Announcements George B. Henderson Foundation’s 2023 Grants The RFPs for the George B. Henderson Foundation’s 2023 Grants can be accessed on the foundation's website. Please note the proposal deadlines of May 5 and October 6, 2023, as well as the date for an optional applicant forum on September 12, 2023. For other grant funding resources, please review the lists below: Historic Preservation Funding Resource List Open Space and Recreation Funding Resource List Questions about the CPA Program? CPA staff is here to answer your questions, talk through a potential project, and assist you through the application process. Please contact us. Thadine Brown, Director  thadine.brown@boston.gov Rakia Islam, Manager of Engagement and Operations  rakia.islam@boston.gov Courtney Whelan, Historic Preservation Consultant courtney.whelan@boston.gov  Gillian Lang, Historic Preservation Consultant  gillian.lang@boston.gov Rachel Guilfoil, Open Space and Recreation Consultant  rachel.guilfoil@boston.gov  Brendan Killarney, Contracts Administrator brendan.killarney@boston.gov Contact us: If you would like our staff to do a CPA presentation for your neighborhood association or organization, contact us here. Please visit the CPA's webpage for updates and events. Language and Communication Services Spanish: Para solicitar servicios de traducción o interpretación, por favor, comuníquese con: thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 y LCA@boston.gov Haitian Creole: Pou mande sèvis tradiksyon ak/oswa entèpretasyon, tanpri kontakte: thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 ak LCA@boston.gov Cabo Verdean Creole: Pa pidi servisus di traduson y/ô interpretason, favor kontakta: thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 y LCA@boston.gov Simplified Chinese: 如要求翻译和/或口译服务，请在  联络：thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 和 LCA@boston.gov 。 Traditional Chinese: 要請求翻譯和/或口譯服務，請在 之前聯繫：thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545  和 LCA@boston.gov Vietnamese: Để yêu cầu dịch vụ biên dịch và/hoặc thông dịch, vui lòng liên hệ: thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 và LCA@boston.gov trước Portuguese (Brazil): Para solicitar tradução e/ou serviços de interpretação, por favor contate:  thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 e LCA@boston.gov French: Pour demander des services de traduction ou d'interprétation, veuillez contacter: thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 et LCA@boston.gov Russian: "Чтобы запросить услуги письменного и/или устного перевода, пожалуйста, свяжитесь: thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 и LCA@boston.gov Somali: Si aad u codsato, tarjumaadda iyo / ama adeegyada tarjumaadda, fadlan la xiriir:  thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 LCA@boston.gov Arabic: جمة الشفوية، يرىج جمة المكتوبة و/أو الت ر                            ر لطلب خدمات الت االتصال ب للقسم أو الرقم thadine.brown@boston.gov or 617-635-0545 LCA@boston.gov قبل حلول التاريــخ CPA Official Babel Notice Notice of Accommodations

Immigrant Advancement   RSVP Now for We Are Boston on May 19 The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement is hosting We Are Boston on May 19 at Blue Cross Blue Shield in the Prudential building. The workshop is from 3-5pm, and the reception is from 5:30-8pm. Please RSVP immediately because space is limited. This year's We Are Boston is an in-person event that will recognize the successes of the past year and name this year’s honorees who are champions of diversity and inclusiveness. The fun-filled evening will include performances and an inspiring program. Apply for a Grant to Host an Event for Immigrant Heritage Month Boston-based community organizations are invited to partner with MOIA in celebrating Immigrant Heritage Month in June by hosting a community event. These one-time events will raise awareness about existing community programs and services, highlight the importance of immigrants in our City, and promote community building among our diverse immigrant residents and allies. Apply by May 4 to receive up to $2,500 to cover event costs. Here is the grant description and the grant application.  Know Your Rights Webinar for Immigrant Workers on May 3 Did you know that employers cannot pay you less than $15 per hour in Massachusetts? Did you know that your employer must pay you for all hours you work? Did you know that it is illegal for your employer to retaliate against you for reporting unsafe conditions or wage theft? Did you know that all workers have labor rights, regardless of immigration status? The Worker Empowerment Cabinet and MOIA are hosting a webinar on Wednesday, May 3 from 6-7:30pm. Lawyers and government officials will explain your rights on the job and answer questions. Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Portuguese, Cantonese, as well as other languages upon request. Register here. Here are links to flyers and graphics in more languages to share with your communities. Immigrant Youth Summer Work Experience Grant The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement is now taking applications for nonprofit organizations to offer work experience opportunities to immigrant youth. Organizations must provide leadership development and professional skills attainment in a culturally and linguistically sensitive manner. There is an info session on May 4 at noon and grant applications are due by May 18. Learn more and register here. For more information or to request a translation, please contact Renato Castelo at renato.castelo@boston.gov. Community Iftar 2023 Thank you to everyone who joined us for Community Iftar at City Hall on April 6, 2023! We got our pictures from the event, you can find them on our Facebook page at facebook.com/BOSimmigrants. You can watch the video here; and find more pictures here. Summer Intern Come intern with us! The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement is hiring a Communications Intern to join us this summer. Responsibilities include helping with our website, social media, and various projects that support immigrants in Boston. The position is part-time and hybrid. Apply now! Next Free Immigration Consultations on May 3 Our next Free Immigration Consultations are on May 3. Volunteer lawyers work with MOIA to offer free immigration consultations on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 12pm to 3pm. To schedule an appointment call (617) 635-2980 or email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. Appointments are currently by telephone. Interpretation and disability accommodations are available. Consultations are 15 minutes and limited to one-time only. More information and flyers in several languages can be found on boston.gov/immigrants. Events and Announcements April 29 - CORI Resource Fair by the Mayor's Office of Black Male Advancement April 29 - Health and Wellness Fair by LASA May 3 - Human Services Job Fair at JVS MassHire Downtown Boston May 3 - Immigrant Voices Podcast Project by the Gardner Pilot Academy ESOL program May 5 - Deadline for the Life Sciences Career Awareness RFP from the Office of Workforce Development May 8 - Pathways to Citizenship classes begin by St. Mark's Community Education Progam May 8 - Stop Asian Hate in Boston, a forum hosted by AACA May 24 - SPARK Action: Volunteer Leadership Fair - Sign up for organizations to reserve a table May 25, June 8 - Arts and Connection Series at the Pao Arts Center Income-eligible landlords struggling with mortgage payments and utility bills and have tenants who can’t pay rent can contact the Volunteer Lawyers Project for free legal assistance and help to apply for financial assistance Massachusetts Health Connector has a social media toolkit and offers webinars about MassHealth Job Postings English for New Bostonians is hiring a Senior Director of Programs & Partnerships and a Director of Finance and Administration The Funding Update Click Here to Subscribe FEDERAL GRANTS Department of Energy, 5/25/2023 Industrial Assessment Centers; Building Training & Assessment Centers Department of Labor, 5/19/2023 Workforce Readiness for Youth Department of Veterans Affairs, 5/19/2023 Suicide Prevention Department of Labor, 5/29/2023 Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations Technical Assistance National Park Service, 6/11/2023 History of Equal Rights National Endowment for the Humanities, 6/13/2023 Public Impact Projects at Smaller Organizations Housing & Urban Development, 6/27/2023 Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program SYSTEM FOR AWARDS MANAGEMENT UPDATE: The federal government has transitioned from DUNS to the Unique Entity ID. A UEI is required to apply for and receive federal awards. The process is extensive; plan ahead. For more information, go to the FAQ page at SAM.gov. Federal funding opportunities are continuously updated on grants.gov STATE GRANTS Department of Public Health, 4/27/2023 Healthy Relationship Project Support Early Education & Care, 5/8/2023 Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Department of Mental Health, 5/15/2023 Intensive Community Services - Young Adult Therapeutic Care in the Southeast Area Energy and Environmental Affairs, 5/22/2023 Urban Agriculture. Max: $50,000. Health & Human Services, 5/31/2023 Medical Respite Pilot Grant Department of Agriculture Resources, 6/12/2023 MA Food Trust Program Department of Youth Services, through 4/7/2025 Hairdresser and Barber Services Department of Public Health, through 6/30/2028 Honorarium Speakers and Lecturers Scroll down to "Important Links" on CommBUYS to see Newly Posted Bids. CITY OF BOSTON GRANTS Office of Workforce Development 5/5/2023: Life Sciences Career Awareness. Max: $500,000 6/16/2023: Workforce Needs Assessment. Max: $200,000 New This Week Boston Planning & Development Agency, 5/22/2023 Dot Block Community Benefits Mayor’s Office of Housing, 8/16/2023 Continuum of Care: housing and/or services to homeless households in Boston   Bids are updated continuously on the City of Boston Supplier Portal. FOUNDATION GRANTS Tides Foundation, 5/4/2023 Frontline Justice Fund. Max $150,000 Greg Hill Foundation + GrubHub Community Fund, 5/10/2023 Restaurant Strong Fund. Max: $25,000 Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, 5/11/2023 Youth Programs. Max: $20,000 Verizon, 5/12/2023 Small Businesses. Big Dreams. Max: $10,000 Andy Warhol Foundation, 5/17/2023 Scholarly studies and other published work. Max: $50,000 ASPCA, 5/31/2023 Fund to End Factory Farming Caplan Foundation, 5/31/2023 R&D grants addressing early childhood, including parenting education. Nellie Mae Education Foundation, 6/1/2023 Boosting literacy skills for children of color Fred J. Brotherton Charitable Foundation, 6/1/2023 Arts & Culture, Education, Medical Research, Religion, Scientific Herb Block Foundation, 6/1/2023 Citizen Education and Voter Participation Projects.