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Massachusetts Appleseed Announces 2026 Priorities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 26, 2026

Boston, MA – Building on the progress and impact highlighted in the 2025 Impact Report, Massachusetts Appleseed Center for Law & Justice, a statewide social justice research and advocacy nonprofit, published its priorities for 2026 last week, outlining the organization’s continued commitment to advancing justice and equity across the Commonwealth. Every day, people across Massachusetts are denied their rights and face barriers to accessing the government and legal systems meant to support them. As we move through 2026, our sense of urgency to address these inequities has never been greater.

Massachusetts Appleseed will continue to advance systemic change through research, policy advocacy, coalition building, and community education. Over the coming year, the organization will collaborate with more than 50 partner organizations across the state, expand its Know Your Rights trainings, grow its online community, and work with local media to spotlight ongoing inequities.

By publishing its 2026 priorities, Massachusetts Appleseed reaffirms its mission to dismantle barriers that perpetuate injustice and to ensure that all residents of Massachusetts have equal access to opportunity, services, and legal protections.

The full outline of Massachusetts Appleseed’s 2026 priorities and objectives is included here for readers who wish to learn more about the organization’s plans and initiatives for the year ahead.

 

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Building Pathways and Expanding Access to Justice: Our 2025 Impact Report

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 25, 2026

Boston, MA – Massachusetts Appleseed Center for Law & Justice, a statewide social justice research and advocacy nonprofit, launched its 2025 Impact Report in February, highlighting the organization’s progress, milestones, and measurable impact throughout the year. The report reflects Massachusetts Appleseed’s ongoing commitment to community education, strengthened partnerships, and advocacy to advance access to justice across the Commonwealth.

In 2025, Massachusetts Appleseed’s work contributed to tangible improvements in the lives of youth, adults, and families across Massachusetts. From expanding equitable access to government services, to supporting initiatives that promote stability and opportunity for youth experiencing homelessness, the organization’s programs continued to address systemic barriers and advance meaningful social change.

The report provides a comprehensive overview of Massachusetts Appleseed’s initiatives, outcomes, and continued dedication to building a more just and equitable Massachusetts. Key highlights include work to ensure language access through the Mass Speaks Coalition, the launch of the Justice in Actin Volunteer Corps (JAVC) supporting youth experiencing homelessness, and efforts to interrupt the school-to-prison pipeline.

By sharing the 2025 Impact Report, Massachusetts Appleseed reaffirms its mission to dismantle barriers that perpetuate inequities and to ensure that all communities across the state have equal access to opportunity and justice.

 

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About Massachusetts Appleseed Center for Law and Justice  

MA Appleseed is driven by a mission to promote equal rights and opportunities for Massachusetts residents by developing and advocating for systemic solutions to social justice issues. Through policy analysis and research, coalition building, education and training, community organizing, and advocacy, the nonprofit seeks systems-level change so all Massachusetts families and youth can exercise their legal rights, build pathways out of poverty and crisis, and thrive. Responding to emerging and enduring inequities, MA Appleseed addresses an array of complex issues including self-representation in the civil justice system, language access for immigrant families, the school-to-prison pipeline, and youth homelessness. To explore recent research, find resources, sign up for opportunities to take action, or donate, please visit massappleseed.org.   

 

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