We sat down with Ashley Tienken, Director of the Housing Advocacy Program (HAP) here at CAAS, to talk about the process the Housing Advocacy Program team made in 2022 and what they hope to achieve in 2023. Housing is one of the most pressing issues in Somerville, and the HAP team plays a vital role in helping to meet the needs of our community members. We’re looking forward to seeing what 2023 has in store!
Read MoreWe sat down with Jessie Leonard, Director of the Head Start program here at CAAS, to talk about the process the Head Start team made in 2022 and what they hope to achieve in 2023. From continuing a return to classroom and supporting students’ mental and emotional wellness, it’s been an exciting year of growth and change for Head Start. We’re looking forward to see what comes next!
Read MoreWelcome to CAAS staff spotlight #4! This time, we’re talking with Margarita, one of our Head Start teachers here at CAAS! Margarita has taught hundreds of our Head Start students at CAAS, and her passion for the work clearly continues to grow each year.
Read MoreWe sat down with Nicole Eigbrett, Director of the Community Organizing & Advocacy (CO&A) program here at CAAS , to talk about the progress the CO&A team has made in 2022 and what they hope to achieve in 2023.
Read MoreWelcome to CAAS Staff Spotlight #3! This time, we’re meeting Sam, one of the Community Organizers here at CAAS who works to mobilize tenants and harness the power of collective action!
Read MoreLast week, the Community Organizing and Advocacy team at CAAS partnered with City Life / Vida Urbana to host the Save Our Neighborhoods: Organize Against Displacement Panel and Workshop.
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