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New Rent Booklet!
Earlier this summer, MassLegalHelp.org posted an updated booklet on Rent in Public Housing. The booklet is available in the following languages: English Spanish Portuguese This booklet includes important updates and is intended for both state and federal public housing tenants, including those facing redevelopment. A special note for federal tenants: Legislation passed by Congress in 2016 called the Housing Opportunity…
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Paying for the Convention
Use Your Tenant Organization Funds With your community, be sure to budget a portion of your tenant participation funds for the convention and Public Housing Day. Remember to also budget for transportation, such as an Uber or mileage reimbursement. You can send board members or other tenants – it’s your call. Just be sure to…
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Mass Union Board of Directors Election – Fall 2025
In keeping with our bylaws, Mass Union is holding a director election at our 2025 Convention. The election will be held on Sunday, October 5 as part of our Annual Meeting. The Meeting will run from 10am-12pm. In odd-numbered years we hold director elections and in even-numbered years, we hold officer elections. The officers are…
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Thank You to our Convention Sponsors!
Presenting Sponsors Platinum Sponsors Transportation Sponsors Gold Sponsor Silver SponsorsHonorable Mentions Bridgewater Housing Authority Chelmsford Housing Authority Malden Housing Authority Northampton Housing Authority Needham Housing Authority Salem Housing Authority Springfield Housing Authority Watertown Housing Authority
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Aug 14: Webinar: The Nuts and Bolts of Public Housing Authorities Funding Shortfalls
Webinar: The Nuts and Bolts of Public Housing Authorities Funding Shortfalls and How to Protect Tenants from the Fallout The United States has the resources to ensure that all of us have the freedom to live in a safe and affordable home. Join the National Housing Law Project for a training to learn about the…
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Fall 2025 Convention Agenda Summary
Mass Union’s Fall 2025 Convention will be Bigger and Better Than Ever! Join us for two and a half days of programming, including keynotes, workshops, important updates, trainings, and our Board Election! REGISTER HERE. Featured Speakers SUMMARY Friday, October 3: Registration and breakfast open at 8:00am. Programming begins at 10:00am and wraps up at 4:00pm.…
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Patrocina la Convención de Otoño
Haga clic aquí para obtener la versión en inglés y enviarla a su Autoridad de Vivienda. Si su Autoridad de Vivienda cubre el Patrocinio Plata, 5 inquilinos podrán asistir a la convención durante el día, o 3 en habitaciones compartidas. 2-5 de octubre de 2025 Marlborough, MA El patrocinio es su oportunidad de contactar y…
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3-5 Octubre: Convención de Otoño de 2025
La Convención de Otoño de 2025 se llevará a cabo en el Best Western en Marlborough, MA. La programación se ofrecerá el viernes 3 de octubre, el sábado 4 de octubre y la mañana del domingo 5 de octubre. ¡Esté atento para más detalles! Se prestarán servicios de interpretación y traducción en español. Haga clic…
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Sponsor the Fall 2025 Convention
October 2-5, 2025 Marlborough, MA Sponsorship is your opportunity to reach and support diverse, low-income tenant leaders. Join with other corporations, institutions, and allies who stand for dignified public housing, which provides a home for thousands of Massachusetts’ most vulnerable seniors, families, immigrants, veterans and persons with disabilities. Mass Union’s tenant leaders have successfully advocated for…
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Aug 20: Know Your Rights: Immigration & ICE
Know Your Rights webinar – August 20 at 12-1pm From MIRA Coalition This training will cover basic Know Your Rights information, including rights in interactions with immigration enforcement, including when immigration comes to your home or stops you while driving, family preparedness, public charge, where to get legal help, and information on notario fraud and…