A monthly round-up of our latest blog posts and news, upcoming events, client successes, open positions, and opportunities to get involved... 

Explore Our Newest Blog Posts

Nazia’s Story: An Afghan Refugee’s Relentless Commitment to Education and Hope

When the Taliban took control of Afghanistan, Nazia lost her dream job as an English teacher, and her freedom was replaced by a cloud of fear. She never gave up hope, and thankfully, after a harrowing journey earlier this year, she has found a fresh start in Boston. 

Get to Know Our Chief Human Resources Officer

Chief Human Resources Officer Nina Nova-Duran reflects on IINE’s culture and growth, her advice for potential employees, and how her role allows her to support immigrant families like her own. 

1944-1953 – “A Home for the Displaced”

The fourth installment in our series "100 Years of Welcome: Commemorating IINE’s Boston Centennial" chronicles how the International Institute of Boston resettled more than 10,000 people displaced by the Second World War and advocated for pro-immigrant legislation, including fair treatment in the workforce. 

We asked our ESOL instructors: "Why do you teach English to refugees and immigrants?"

During Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10, we took a moment to celebrate our ESOL instructors. Watch the video below to hear our teachers share their passion for working with immigrants - and how they often learn just as much from their students as their students learn from them.

IINE in the Media: Featured Coverage

IINE staff, Haitian community members, and state and city officials gathered at Lowell City Hall earlier this month for the city's first ever Haitian flag-raising ceremony; learn more and see photos in The Lowell Sun 

Exciting Updates & Happenings

IINE on The Hill!

President and CEO Jeff Thielman, SVP and Chief Advancement Officer Alexandra Weber, and Director of Public Policy & Advocacy Bill Gillett visited Washington D.C. earlier this month. During meetings with staff at U.S. Senate offices, the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement, The U.S. Committee on Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), and the White House, they discussed the opportunities and challenges of 

serving more than 15,000 refugees and immigrants a year, and the support needed at the state and federal levels to ensure that newcomers to New England find safety and success. 

Introducing Our New Website

We are thrilled to share our newly designed website: iine.org! Visit to learn more about our services for refugees and immigrants; understand our impact on local, regional, and national communities; and learn the stories of our clients, volunteers, donors, and staff. 

Read Our 2023 Annual Report

IINE's 2023 Annual Report is here! Discover how IINE supported thousands of Haitian immigrants fleeing violence and instability;

hundreds escaping the unrelenting invasion of Ukraine; and more than

600 children who crossed the US border unaccompanied to reunite with family members in 2023, thanks to dedicated supporters and innovative programming.

Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month With Us in June!

Join IINE in celebrating #ImmigrantHeritageMonth by honoring your immigrant heritage! Share your story on social media during June with the hashtag #myimmigrantstory and honor the person(s) in your family who first immigrated to the U.S., or someone who supported your journey 

the U.S., or who helps you keep your cultural heritage alive, even if they remain in your country of origin. We all have an immigration story to share. What's yours?

Join Our Team

We are hiring for full and part-time positions in Boston and Lowell, Massachusetts and Manchester, New Hampshire. Apply today!

Get Involved

Support refugees and immigrants by donating gift cards or purchasing essential items through our Amazon Wish Lists, or by becoming a volunteer. Thank you!