Immigrant Advancement

We facilitate full and equal participation in all aspects of life by immigrants in Boston.

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Our mission is to strengthen the ability of immigrants and Boston’s diverse cultural and linguistic communities to fully participate in the economic, civic, social, and cultural life of our great City. We also work to promote the commemoration and public understanding of the contributions of immigrants to Boston.

Learn more about our work

Contact

617-635-2980

immigrantadvancement@boston.gov

1 City Hall Square

Room 806

Boston, MA 02201-2030

United States

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m - 5 p.m.

We Are Boston Gala 2018

The event will be held on Tuesday, November 27, 2018.

Gala information

Get help

How to get involved

Advice and resources

Find English classes

Search the Community Resource Directory

Programs

To Immigrants with Love

A City of Boston, pro-immigrant mural project inspired by the national campaign "To Immigrants With Love."

Immigrant Information Corners

You can learn about City resources and U.S. citizenship at libraries and community centers around Boston.

DACA information

Because of a court order, the federal government has resumed acceptance of renewal applications for DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) as of January 13, 2018.

These resources have more information on the renewal process and ways to get help. We recommend that you consult with an immigration lawyer or a nonprofit legal services organization.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

Details about how the federal government is accepting renewals.

Calendar of workshops and clinics

Go to a DACA community workshop, or get renewal help.

National Immigration Law Center

Answers to common questions about DACA renewals.

Mayor’s Health Line

Free, confidential, multilingual information and referral services.