A community confronts stigmas hurting immigrants in America “In that moment, they said give your son your blessings.” José Oliverio Diaz spoke to audience members at a recent public forum held in Lynn. With a social worker from the Lynn … [Read more...]
BAILEMOS: BODIES WITHOUT BORDERS
Photo by Jason Pramas Movement and the immigrant experience at the region’s second home for countless cultures Editor’s Note Two years ago, we commissioned Micaela Kimball to explore the role of dance in immigrant … [Read more...]
CAPE FEAR
Sheriff sides with Trump and ICE, against constituents and immigrants “It’s essentially an end run around the bail process,” said Laura Rótolo, a staff counsel and community advocate with the Massachusetts branch of the American Civil … [Read more...]
AGING IN THE SHADOWS
Without income or access to benefits, getting old as an undocumented is a daunting challenge It’s December, and Pedro, 78, still heads downtown to work during the day. He sings Mexican boleros and rancheras, accompanying himself … [Read more...]
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Photos by Jason Pramas Haiti, dance, and healing with Jean Appolon “It’s been 25 years and I feel like I never made peace with my dad’s tragedy, but somehow my soul got healed through dance.” When dancer Jean … [Read more...]