We are Changemakers
In 2024, we addressed challenges faced by Latino American families, workers, and entrepreneurs in Massachusetts.
Policy & Advocacy
We champion policy that makes Massachusetts more competitive and inclusive.
Together with our coalition partners, we championed policy that makes Massachusetts more competitive and inclusive for all.
ALX Research and Advocacy
Drawing on research funded by ALX, we worked with multiple coalition partners to advocate for micro businesses and childcare providers. In 2024, we secured significant victories for both, including the creation of the ALX Childcare Program.
ALX Policy Summit: Building a Brighter Future
The ALX Policy Summit focused on micro businesses — many of which are Latino — a core component of the Mass Leads Act. In partnership with the Gaston Institute at UMass Boston, Salem State University, MassBudget, The Boston Foundation, and the State House News Service, this summit emphasized the critical role of micro businesses in driving economic prosperity and fostering community resilience while also exploring strategies to boost political engagement through positive policy solutions.
Mass Leads Act Economic Development Bill
This bill codifies the definition of “micro business” to include businesses with net profits of up to $250K and 10 or fewer employees. This classification eases crucial access to resources and growth opportunities for small businesses, particularly those that are Latino-owned, and benefits micro businesses across the Commonwealth.
