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The Welcome Project

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The Welcome Project

The Welcome Project builds immigrants' power to participate in and shape their communities. Programs for Youth
Liaison Interpreter Program of Somerville (LIPS).

The Welcome Project builds the collective power of Somerville immigrants to participate in and shape community decisions. We do this through programs that strengthen the capacity of immigrant youth, adults and families to advocate for themselves and influence schools, government, and other institutions. Trains bilingual Somerville teens to assist with language interpretation at community events an

d meetings. Programs for Adults
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) offers accessible and friendly classes in English. The classes are designed to not only help our students improve their English language skills, but also to provide opportunities to engage in the civic life of the city. English for Parents Program (EFP). The Welcome Project works with parents of school-aged youth to help them engage with their children's education and advocate for themselves and their children in the schools.

06/07/2026

We are excited to share that one of our former ESOL students has published a children's book! Join us in celebrating Ludmila Laitz Rodrigues and her new book “Beyond the Garden” (“Voando alto”). You can purchase your copy today on Amazon!

06/04/2026

Thank you to .travelconnector for a wonderful event yesterday evening. We look forward to the next event in the Like Water for Chocolate Storytelling Series on July 15th!

05/29/2026

Remember to RSVP for the next event in the Like Water for Chocolate Storytelling series! The event will be bilingual (English and Spanish).
RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxwc9lhMtKCHKJzHp1IUAl4ofK62zcvPZFjZ-MR0rEFkjZmA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=103268055885621818048
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05/26/2026

Join us next Wednesday, June 3rd for the third event in the Like Water for Chocolate Storytelling series! The event will be bilingual (English and Spanish).
RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxwc9lhMtKCHKJzHp1IUAl4ofK62zcvPZFjZ-MR0rEFkjZmA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=103268055885621818048
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05/11/2026

YUM 2026 wouldn't have happened without our amazing staff and volunteers. Thank you!! We're also grateful to Kathleen Portillo, Alex Pirie, and Warren Goldstein-Gelb for sharing their powerful experiences with The Welcome Project's LIPS program and reminding us of the real impact interpretation services have on immigrant families every day.

If you weren't able to attend, it's not too late to show your support. Visit our website's donation page to contribute to this vital work. https://www.welcomeproject.org/donate.html

We can't wait to see you at next year's YUM!

Photos by Evy Miller-Nuzzo.

05/10/2026

YUM 2026 had a soundtrack to match its spirit! We were treated to the joyful sounds of .hear a group of violin and piano students of all ages learning and creating together, and the music of Tania Chamán and CuraSon, whose performances beautifully tell the story of the modern Latino experience.

Photos by Evy Miller-Nuzzo.

05/09/2026

YUM 2026 was made even more special by honoring two extraordinary community leaders. Congratulations and thank you to Heloisa Galvão, co-founder and Executive Director of The Brazilian Women's Group, and Pastor Jordan Harris of Connexion United Methodist Church. Your dedication to this community inspires us.

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Photos by Evy Miller-Nuzzo.

05/08/2026

What a night! 🎉 Hundreds of neighbors, friends, and community members came together at YUM 2026 to share incredible food, live music, and honor this year’s awardees, all in support of The Welcome Project's mission to empower immigrants across Greater Boston 💛

If you couldn't make it this year, you can still be part of the mission through the donation page on our website https://www.welcomeproject.org/donate.html.
We hope to see you at YUM 2027!

Photos by Evy Miller-Nuzzo

04/24/2026

Last but not least, we’d like to recognize our Small Business Community Sponsors: Remnant Brewing, Tiny Turns Paperie, and Little India. Thank you for supporting YUM 2026!

📍Remnant Brewing, 2 Bow Market Way, Somerville
📍Tiny Turns Paperie, Bow Market, 229 Somerville Ave, Somerville
📍Little India, 438 Somerville Ave, Somerville
🗓️Join us at YUM on April 29th, 6-9pm at the Somerville Armory
🎟️RSVP at https://givebutter.com/yum26

04/23/2026

Next, we’d like to thank our Corporate Appetizer Sponsors: Immigrant Service Providers Group/Health and Nash CPAs and Advisors. Thank you for supporting YUM 2026!

🗓️Join us at YUM on April 29th, 6-9pm at the Somerville Armory
🎟️RSVP at https://givebutter.com/yum26

Address

530 Mystic Avenue, # 111
Somerville, MA
02145

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16176236633

Website

http://www.welcomeproject.org/, https://givebutter.com/yum26

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