Latino voters are an untapped potential to improve democracy in Massachusetts. This report with the Latino Equity Fund shows the growth of Latino voting in MA and opportunities to increase outreach, civic engagement, and Latino voter participation. Link: scholarworks.umb.edu/gaston_…

Foreign-born Latinos in MA are a vital part of our local communities and economy. Our latest report examines their contributions, the harm of the current immigration agenda, and how policies supporting immigrants uplift the Commonwealth as well. Link: scholarworks.umb.edu/gaston_…

On Oct 21, 2026, at 3 PM join the Disasters, Education & Community Resilience workgroup led by UMB Prof. Melissa Colon for a webinar on disaster response in minority communities, and why community knowledge matters in school-based disasters. Click Here: bit.ly/school-disaster-risk

Join us on October 5th 2026 at 10 AM for a virtual webinar by the Latino Equity Fund that focuses on Latino voters in MA. Our Policy Analyst Rafael Perez Medina will be joining the panel with introductory remarks by Dr. Lorna Rivera. Register Here: tinyurl.com/3d9psk7b

Check this report on Wage Theft, showing its effects on low-wage workers and the barriers they face in seeking justice. This is a collaboration between the institute and the Brazilian Worker Center (braziliancenter.org). Link Below: scholarworks.umb.edu/gaston_…

Learn about Latino SNAP recipients in MA in our new report, which shows that most are employed, with Latina women making up the largest share. The report also shares the program's importance in promoting household stability and social mobility. Link: scholarworks.umb.edu/gaston_…

Check out our report focused on Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) in MA. It presents student data and faculty and staff composition. It highlights the role of HSIs in supporting Latino students within the state's higher education landscape. Link: scholarworks.umb.edu/gaston_…

Our report on Puerto Ricans in Massachusetts has been highlighted by @elsollatinonews Read Here: issuu.com/elsollatino/docs/e…

Our new report focuses on the Latino presence in rural areas of MA through analyzing their demographics, individual characteristics and contributions to the workforce and their respective communities. Check it out now! Link to View: scholarworks.umb.edu/gaston_…

Are you an educator in MA? Researchers at UMass Boston want to hear from you! How is immigration enforcement affecting your school environment? If you're a P–12 educator in MA, please take this brief, confidential survey. Share your experience here: umassboston.co1.qualtrics.co…

Our new report focuses on the economic contributions of the Latino population with irregular immigration status; it shows that they are an essential part of both our workforce and our community. Check it out now! Link to View: scholarworks.umb.edu/gaston_…

Join us for a virtual webinar where panelists will share how to use resources to protect vulnerable Latino communities from healthcare funding cuts. On Friday, May 22nd at 9-10 AM EST Link to Join: tinyurl.com/3dc89cvy

Save the Date! Join us for a virtual webinar where panelists will share how to use resources to protect vulnerable Latino communities from healthcare funding cuts. On Friday, May 22nd at 9-10 AM EST Link to Join: tinyurl.com/3dc89cvy

Join our partners at @Conexion_Latino for their upcoming virtual event discussing demographic trends as well as civic engagement, voter behavior, and public opinion. On Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 From 5:30 - 7 PM EST RVSP Here: givebutter.com/CNXNDemograph…

As a reminder, be sure to join us in our 2026 Spring Speaker Series Presentations by the two awardees of the 2025 Andrés Torres Paper Series Award. On April 29, 1 - 2:30 PM EST At the UMass Boston Campus ISC, 3rd Floor Room 3300.

Join us at the Gastón Institute's Brown Bag Lunch Series on Monday, April 27th at ISC Room 05-5300. Our presenters Florita Coto and Alejandro Alvarez will discuss the inequality in health behaviors and chronic health conditions of Latinos in MA. Hope to see you all there!

Join our partners at the Latino Factor discussion for a conversation about entrepreneurship, economic mobility, and the growing influence of Brazilians in Massachusetts. 5:30–6:30 PM Networking Reception 6:30–8 PM Discussion Register: tinyurl.com/5d48hvy3

Join us in our 2026 Spring Speaker Series Presentations by the two awardees of the 2025 Andrés Torres Paper Series Award. On April 29, 1:00 - 2:30 PM EST At the UMass Boston Campus ISC, 3rd Floor Room 3300.

Our newly published report focuses on populations of immigrants with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in MA. It also clarifies the meaning of TPS as well as its adversities due to its temporary nature. Check it out now! Link to View: scholarworks.umb.edu/gaston_…

Our newly published report provides a demographic profile of Puerto Ricans in Massachusetts with insights into the population's most recent changes, strengths and struggles. Check it out now! Link to View: scholarworks.umb.edu/gaston_…