Addressing school safety in BPS. We released a statement calling out why police and metal detectors are not the answer. We need evidence-based approaches to ensure safety for all BPS students equitably. #safety #bostonschools #bospoli massadvocates.org/news/statement…

Leader, mentor, colleague, friend. Alice Wolf was all of these to MAC as she generously volunteered her time as Senior Advisor. She is sorely missed by all. massadvocates.org/news/alicewolf…

We're thrilled to announce that Anna Krieger Anna Krieger will be joining us as the new Executive Director! Please join us in welcoming her to the team. For the full press release: massadvocates.org/news/annakrieg…

Thank you @KarenSpilka and Sen. Joan B. Lovely for your tireless leadership on Inclusive Higher Ed and your commitment to the disability community!🎓 #mapoli

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! 🛑‼️Join us on May 17th for the Die-In protest against gun violence in our community! Show support by lying down with us in a symbolic act to raise awareness and demand change. #CEASEFIRE #EndGunViolence #DieIn 🫵

Thanks Maura Healey @KarenSpilka & Sen. Joan B. Lovely for your leadership in supporting people w/autism! Autism Advocacy Day was impactful. 250+ people focused on the need to increase pay for human services workers so people with autism can access services! #mapoli MA State Senate 1/2

Federal data shows Black and Latino/students are three to five times more likely to pass through a metal detector than their white counterparts. “What you’re making these students internalize is that this space isn’t the sacred space of learning." boston25news.com/news/local/equ…

Congratulations to the BristolCC students and many thanks to one of inclusive higher ed's biggest champions -- Michael J. Rodrigues! 🎓

Check out this important thread (including videos) on Teen Empowerment's Cease Fire Die-In ⤵️ MAC is proud to support this vital work and these essential demands.

We are counting down the days to BostonBar Law Day! 🗓️ So honored to be recognized and grateful for a spotlight on Diana's powerful advocacy and the importance of supporting English learners. 👏Thank you BostonBar and see everyone there!

We’re honored to receive this year’s John G. Brooks Legal Services Award alongside wonderful colleagues! Thank you BostonBar for spotlighting Senior Attorney Diana Santiago’s work with immigrant and multilingual children. So excited for Law Day in two days!🤩

“Immigrant families have fought for every opportunity for their children,” says Diana Santiago, and notes it’s her honor to, in turn, fight for them.

Thank you BostonBar for recognizing MAC at Law Day! We were truly honored to receive the John G. Brooks Legal Services Award, and we had so much fun seeing colleagues and peers.

Police and metal detectors do not belong in Boston public schools. In this article CfJJ’s Erin Stewart, Jakira Rogers at Massachusetts Advocates for Children, and Andrew King at Center for Antiracist Research, explain how police presence in schools harms youth and increases youth arrest rates buff.ly/3pVSBry

What an incredible night celebrating the 25th anniversary of bythen at Fenway Park! Here’s to all the amazing artists who performed, and here's to Dougie Jr. — your impact is immeasurable at MAC and beyond. Thank you Flutie Foundation!

We’re thrilled to partner with United Way Mass Bay on the #NewWayForward as we continue to advocate for #educationequity and build the foundation for economic justice. Thank you United Way!

Exclusionary discipline during the critical early grades worsens academic disparities and fuels the school-to-prison pipeline. We’re working alongside Citizens for Juvenile Justice , Massachusetts Advocates for Children, and other partners to ban suspensions for MA's youngest students. bostonglobe.com/2024/03/31/met…