Immigrant women stand out in politics and community leadership
In this political climate, the election of an immigrant as a City Council at Large in Boston was fogged by the controversy of winning by only one vote.
Summer 2019
Immigrant Women find voice with #MeToo
Organizations across New England provides support to women in danger or in situations where their rights are compromised.
About the author
Nioves Rosabri Mejia was born and raised in the Dominican Republic and is the mother of two boys. In her native country study architecture and […]
Pro-Immigrant organizations advocate for changes in the legislation
Community leaders and politicians agreed on the hostile environment against immigrant women and blame President Trump for it.
Central American Workers Join the #MeToo Movement
Immigrant workers in New Bedford, Mass., were sexually harassed with the indifferent look of the upper management. The Central-American natives sought justice have been served.
Family Businesses are ‘Alive and Well’
Contrary to popular idea, family owned and operated commercial enterprises are “alive and well,” according to a family business expert at Northeastern University.
Cape Cod Candy Clan Finds Coping in Confections
While some family businesses can turn sour very quickly, taking over the family business has been ultimately sweet for Scott Ghelfi, the owner of Ghelfi’s Candies on Cape Cod.
Working With Family Isn’t Always Picture Perfect
When it comes to operating a family business, there are bound to be some bumps when moving from generation to generation. For the Fougere family of J&R Graphics in Hanover, Mass., the transition was a bit of a rough ride.
Bay Staters would support a Right to Repair ballot question in 2020
By Spencer Kosior A new survey from Boston-based Beacon Research shows that Massachusetts residents would likely vote in favor of an update to the Motor […]
It is Time to Repair Right to Repair
Massachusetts is one of the few states with right to repair laws, however, they have not been updated in almost five years to keep up with industry advancements.