Jan. 10 - Know Your Rights Webinar
Sarita Hudson • January 2, 2025
Join us for an informative webinar, "Know Your Rights: Information for Immigrant Community Members and Programs Who Serve Them” on Friday, January 10, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 pm. Elizabeth Sweet, Executive Director of
MIRA, MA Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition will present on immigrant rights and Ilana Steinhauer, Executive Director of
Volunteers in Medicine Berkshires and a PHIWM Board Member, will offer reflections from western MA.
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