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February 25 is Digital Learning Day, a day to celebrate innovative teachers and advances in educational technology. At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic last March, CCAB's adult education classes had to pivot to remote learning. The instructors and students had to adapt to teaching and learning virtually.

In honor of Black History Month, our colleagues from around Catholic Charities of Boston share their reflections on iconic Black heroes from throughout history who inspire them.  In Part 7 of this series, Basic Needs Case Manager Yuri Sanchez-Rijo shares that she looks up to Rosa Parks and Michelle Obama for their courage and conviction.

 "These women taught us to have the courage to stand up for what we believe in and demand change. No matter where we come from in life, we too can do and accomplish anything with grace and dignity."

In honor of Black History Month, our colleagues from around Catholic Charities of Boston share their reflections on iconic Black heroes from throughout history who inspire them. Part 6 of our series features Advancement Officer Jennifer Klemmer, who draws inspiration from civil rights and human rights activist Ella Josephine Baker.  Jennifer shares that Baker's formula for successful leadership resonates with her.

A quote from Baker that inspires Jennifer is:

In honor of Black History Month, our colleagues from around Catholic Charities of Boston share their reflections on iconic Black heroes from throughout history who inspire them. In Part 5 of this series, Community Interpreter Services team member, Jeff  Burgess shares that he is a long-time astronomy fan and is inspired by women's contributions to space travel. He notes, "Nothing would please me more than if one of my three granddaughters became an astronaut."

At Brigid's Crossing Shelter for Young Mothers in Lowell, our dedicated staff members love planning activities for the residents to enjoy. This week, the children living in the shelter were hard at work making Valentine's Day cards for their mothers. 

The mothers who live at Brigid's Crossing are hardworking, going to school and working jobs while learning parenting and independent living skills. We know that they will love these beautiful valentines from their children as we celebrate this weekend.

In honor of Black History Month, our colleagues from around Catholic Charities of Boston share their reflections on iconic Black heroes from throughout history who inspire them.

In honor of Black History Month, our colleagues from around Catholic Charities of Boston share their reflections on iconic Black heroes from throughout history who inspire them. Part 3 of our series features our Yawkey Center Child Care Director, Kathleen Nichols. Kathleen draws inspiration from Maya Angelou's writings and uses that inspiration “to write, sing, and become a better human being.”

Hand-Knit Items for CCAB Clients

New England winters can be long and cold. Some of our most vulnerable community members do not have the appropriate clothing and cold-weather gear to keep them warm throughout these long months.  Thanks to some very generous community champions, residents at our St. Ambrose Family Shelter and our Refugee and Immigrant Services clients were recently given some beautiful, hand-knit items to help keep warm.

In honor of Black History Month, our colleagues from around Catholic Charities of Boston are sharing their reflections on iconic Black heroes from throughout history who inspire them.

Part 2 of our series features Larry Mayes, CCAB’s Vice President of Programs, who shares that  there isn’t one, but several Black heroes who inspire him, including Frederick Douglass, W.E.B DuBois, Cornel West, James Baldwin, Colin Powell, and Ella J. Baker. Larry reflects that he loves the "competing voices in his head," of these influential figures.

In honor of Black History Month, our colleagues from around Catholic Charities of Boston are sharing their reflections on iconic Black heroes from throughout history who inspire them. We draw encouragement and motivation from their words and actions and are humbled to share our thoughts throughout the month as we celebrate their achievements. 

Part 1 of this series features Stephen Fulton, Deputy Director of our Greater Boston division, who shares that Muhammad Ali is an example of strength and holding true to one’s beliefs.