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The mission of the New American Association of Massachusetts (NAAM) is to assist newly arriving refugees and immigrants with integration into American society, to promote economic stability , to build bridges with the larger community, and to foster the m

11/05/2026

Two weeks ago, we celebrated the completion of a customized workplace English program for 🦁Jireh Transportation 🦁, a small, immigrant-owned business in Lynn.

Six employees completed 70 hours of ESOL instruction focused on workplace safety, understanding instructions, and effective communication.

Pre- and post-assessments showed an average score increase of approximately 30 percentage points, with the strongest gains in listening and speaking. Participants who began with lower English proficiency made particularly significant progress.

These results underscore the value of continued English instruction in strengthening workplace communication and supporting employee success.

This initiative was made possible through our long-standing partnership with the North Shore Community College, North Shore Community College and the support of the EOED Community Workplace Partnership Grant.

11/02/2026

On Wednesday, NAAM and ACE Center for New Americans , in partnership with the Office for Refugees and Immigrants , hosted a Community Conversation and Resource Fair to connect immigrant families with trusted information, legal guidance, and essential community resources.

The event featured immigration updates from ORI and opportunities to speak individually with attorneys. One attendee later shared that the event helped them discover they were in removal proceedings and understand the next steps they needed to take. This powerful experience reminds us why access to trusted information and legal guidance matters.

A heartfelt thank-you to Susan Church, ORI Chief Operating Officer and Legal Adviser, the participating attorneys, and State Representative State Rep. Tara Hong for their time, support, and partnership.

We are grateful to our community partners: Lowell Public Schools , International Institute of New England , The Bike Connector , Dwelling House of Hope, Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers LASA Foundation Inc , Health Care For All (HCFA) , and Elevate New England .

Special thanks to Hemidio Barber for providing free haircuts!

We also appreciate our NAAM staff, interns, craft corner volunteers, and ORI planning team, Ronnie Millar and Irma Flores, for helping make this event possible.

Together, we are creating a more welcoming, informed, and inclusive community where every family has access to the resources and support they need to thrive.

10/23/2026

📣 Join us for our Community Conversation & Wellness Fair!

Learn about immigration updates, community resources, and wellness support. Enjoy free haircuts, crafts, and refreshments!

📅 October 28, 2026 | 🕟 4:30–7:00 PM 📍 First United Baptist Church, Lowell, MA

10/20/2026

Last week, our Lowell Employment Specialists, Zabi and Sabine, visited Novolex, a valued employer partner in the manufacturing industry.

The visit was an opportunity to learn more about the company’s current workforce needs, hiring requirements, and expectations, while strengthening a relationship that has been important to NAAM over the years.

At NAAM, we believe successful employment services go beyond connecting job seekers with open positions. They require building meaningful relationships with employers, understanding their operations, and identifying opportunities to align their workforce needs with the skills and potential of the immigrant and refugee communities we serve.

We are excited to reconnect with Novolex, strengthen this partnership, and explore new opportunities to create meaningful employment pathways for our clients.

A big thank-you to Zabi and Sabine for investing in these relationships, and to the Novolex team for welcoming them!

10/13/2026

: Atrius Health Equity Foundation 🌟

We are incredibly grateful to the Atrius Health Equity Foundation for their generous grant awarded to support community well-being initiatives at NAAM.

The Atrius Health Equity Foundation is dedicated to closing the life expectancy gap in Eastern Massachusetts by supporting community-led solutions that address the root causes of health inequities.

This vital funding allows NAAM to deepen our support systems, resources, and community programs for refugees and immigrants. Thank you for partnering with us to build a healthier, more equitable future!

🌐 Learn more about their incredible regional work: atriusfoundation.org

10/09/2026

Celebrating our 2026 summer interns💫.

Meet our 2026 NAAM summer interns and hear about their experiences, and growth throughout their time at NAAM.

10/07/2026

Last Thursday, we had the joy of celebrating the graduation of our culinary training cohort in Lynn, in partnership with New England Culinary Arts Training and Office for Refugees and Immigrants .🎓👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

This celebration was about more than completing a 12-week training — it was about creating access and lowering barriers to opportunity.

Bringing vocational training directly to Lynn helps make career pathways more accessible to immigrant and refugee community members who may face barriers such as transportation, work schedules, and language.

When training is brought into the community, more people have the opportunity to build skills, connect with employers, and move toward meaningful employment.

A special thank you to Greater Lynn Senior Services / Phoenix Food Hub for generously hosting the class and providing such a welcoming space, and to Rep. Dan Cahill for stopping by to celebrate and show his support for our graduates.

09/28/2026

NAAM was pleased to host MIRA Coalition ’s Regional Meeting in Lynn.

A community conversation to review the current immigration policy landscape and gather input for MIRA’s advocacy and policy priorities .

09/24/2026

Yesterday at NAAM, 36 clients had the opportunity to connect face-to-face with employers at our Job Fair in Lynn!

A special thank you to Amanda Sullivan for her hard work building employer relationships and coordinating this event! 👏

And thank you to all the employers who joined us and invested their time in connecting with our clients:

👏 Foods
👏 Saugus Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
👏 Twin Oaks
👏 Maplewood Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
👏 ABP Best Home Care Agency
👏 Express Employment Professionals – Chelsea
👏 City of Lynn, MA
👏 Lynn Public Schools

Workforce development is more than finding a job opening. It’s about preparing for opportunities, creating connections and building pathways to employment.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible!

09/15/2026

🌟 Spotlight 🌟

Thank you to the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office, Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell , for supporting NAAM through the Healthy Summer Youth Jobs Grant Program.

The grant helped us create meaningful summer employment and professional-development opportunities for youth through the NAAM Summer Program.

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330 Lynnway
Lynn, MA
01902

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17815930100

Website

http://naamass.org/

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