International Students
Every year, a new group of international students flock to Boston's colleges and universities. The City of Boston can help you transition into your new home and make your stay here as enjoyable as possible. Whether you're looking for information about the neighborhood where you will be staying, the services the City has to offer, or how you can connect with Bostonians from your country, these links will help you navigate Boston.
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Find an ESOL Class
The Mayor's Office of New Bostonians provides a directory of ESOL classes, searchable on their website by neighborhood or class level.
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Immigration Advice
Get free immigration legal advice at a confidential consultation with an attorney every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 12-2pm in Room 804, Boston City Hall.
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Informational Videos
Informational videos are available to encourage and inspire community members to register and vote. This 9 minute video includes an introduction from the Mayor and encouraging words from immigrant leaders in Boston. These videos are available in English, Chinese, Vietnamese, Cape Verdean Cerole, Haitian Creole and Spanish. Watch the Office of New Bostonians.
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New Bostonians Community Day
Each fall, the Mayor's Office of New Bostonians hosts a Community Day on City Hall Plaza. Activities include free immigration clinics, miltilingual tours of city departments, resource tables on topics ranging from immigration to job oppotunities, and performances by a variety of musicians and dancers from different countries.
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New Bostonians Guide to City Services
Easy-to-read manual for understanding how to access crucial and relevant city services. The Guide to City Services is available in English, Haitian Creole, Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, and Chinese.
