We unite and organize faith, labor, and community leaders & organizations towards social, racial, and economic justice.

PEOPLE + FAITH + LOVE = POWER

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View Executive Director Julio Mejia’s SIF presentation

In May 2026, Julio Mejia, Executive Director of Merrimack Valley Project, presented to the philanthropic community at Social Innovation Forum’s annual Showcase with the goal of speaking up and speaking out for social change in their community. Watch now!

Speaking Up & Speaking Out

Upcoming Events

  • Stand Up for Tenants Rights at the Lowell Housing Subcommittee Meeting

    Stand Up for Tenants Rights at the Lowell Subcommittee Meeting

    Tuesday, October 13th, 5:15pm, at Lowell City Hall, 375 Merrimack Street, Lowell

    After a successful City Council meeting, our tenants rights ordinance was sent to the Housing Subcommittee. Join us there on October 13th at 5:15pm. We’ve engaged 700+ people throughout this campaign, and the Housing Subcommittee needs to hear our voices!

  • Tenant Know Your Rights Workshop for Students

    Tenant Know Your Rights Workshop for Students

    Tuesday, October 20th, 2026, 4:30-7:30pm, at UML Classroom LYD-110

    • Learn to navigate the rental process

    • Feel confident in your rights as a tenant

    • Get resources for navigating problems

    • Speak to a housing advocate after the presentation

  • Tenant Know Your Rights Workshop for Students

    Tenant Know Your Rights Workshop for Students

    Wednesday, October 21st, 2026, from 12:30–3:30pm, UML Classroom COB-275

    • Learn to navigate the rental process

    • Feel confident in your rights as a tenant

    • Get resources for navigating problems

    • Speak to a housing advocate after the presentation

  • MVP MICAH Awards Dinner 2026

    SAVE THE DATE for the MVP MICAH Awards Dinner 2026

    Sunday, November 15th, 2026, from 5:30–8:30pm, at the Lawrence Elks, Lawrence, MA

    Join us for our annual awards dinner and fundraiser! More information coming soon!

We are honored to partner with the following foundations and corporations as we advance our mission:

Our Impact | 2024
Power in our numbers.
10,000+
Voter conversations across the region
150K+
Immigrants can now drive safely in Massachusetts
1,400+
Jobs saved from community hospital closures