Latest Past Events
Suitcase Stories Needham
Trip Advisor 400 First Avenue, NeedhamJoin the International Institute of New England and honor the contributions of refugees and immigrants through the timeless art of live storytelling. Learn how the Institute welcomes and supports newcomers as they rebuild their lives and strengthen local communities. Suitcase Stories is a traveling live performance series and online social media campaign that features foreign [...]
Jose Antonio Vargas on Immigration and Identity
Congregational Church of Needham 1154 Great Plain Ave, NeedhamJose Antonio Vargas is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and filmmaker whose work centers on the changing American identity. He is the founder of Define American, a non-profit media and culture organization that seeks to elevate the conversation around immigration and citizenship in America. His talk “Immigration and Identity in the Age of Trump” brings his [...]
Interfaith Workshop on Immigration Enforcement
St. Stephens 221 Concord Street , FraminghamThis event is an an interfaith engagement focused on immigration enforcement. We expect leaders from about 5 Anglo congregations and about 5 immigrant congregations to gather for food and discuss: pairing up to provide accompaniment for families of the detained coordination of legal support for ICE detainees There will be a simple meal but we [...]