1985–1994: Protecting New Bostonians
September 30, 2024
Welcome to the eighth installment of our series “100 Years of Welcome: Commemorating IINE’s Boston Centennial.” The previous installment, “1975–1984: Refining Refugee Resettlement,” described the I…
From the Desk of the CEO: The Reality at the U.S.-Mexico Border
July 26, 2024
By Jeff Thielman, President and CEO at the International Institute of New England In mid-July, I visited the border c…
Some Important Takeaways For the IINE Community With Regard to President Trump’s Proclamation
The president’s Proclamation on April 22 has created confusion and concern among our immigrant and refugee community….
On Patriot’s Day, We’re Serving the Newest Americans
Happy Patriot’s Day. What better way to celebrate than to support our newest American neighbors? As you know, IINE is…
National Volunteer Appreciation Week at IINE
Each year, the International Institute serves thousands of refugee, asylee, and immigrant families through our many s…
A Grateful Update From IINE
In these challenging times it is remarkable to me how communities across the country are coming together. People are …
An Update on IINE Programs During COVID19
Dear friend of IINE: I want to update you on all the International Institute program team has been doing during the C…
IINE Statement on the Expanded Travel Ban
Last week, President Trump announced the expansion of the unjust and xenophobic Travel Ban policy. Effective February…
Lucrecia Arias Interviews her ESOL Teacher
Lucrecia Arias is a level five ESOL student. She recently received the opportunity to interview her teacher, Natalie …
Witness to a true “Melting Pot,” IINE from a newcomer’s perspective
[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”no” hundred_percent_height=”no” hundred_percent_he…
“Every immigrant needs the support of a community…” – Dr. Joseph Aoun, Golden Door Award honoree
[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”no” hundred_percent_height=”no” hundred_percent_he…
Suitcase Stories® featured at Institute of Contemporary Art
Ten Powerful Immigrant Accounts Shared Through Suitcase Stories® Programming Presented in Conjunction with the ICA Ex…
Joint Statement from IINE and Ascentria Care Alliance
“In countless ways, America depends on new Americans.” Agencies oppose Trump administration plans to slash refugee re…
IINE Statement on the Refugee Cap For FY20
Yesterday, the White House announced plans to admit only 18,000 refugees in the coming fiscal year, the lowest ceilin…