by Constantin de Labarthe It’s not often that you get to connect with a group to make a change. From July 27-31, I had this wonderful opportunity. The Network for Social Justice (NFSJ for short) ran a program for youth of Winchester and Woburn to learn about finding their voice at a young age. I … Read more
The Network is offering an intensive 3-day student internship program, generously sponsored by the Winchester Cooperative Bank, that provides an opportunity to learn skills, meet new people, and engage in community. Inspired by a free workshop organized by YW Boston, “Our Transformative Power,” we are offering a 3-day program during the week of July 27th from approximately 10 … Read more
On Wednesday, November 12, the Network for Social Justice hosted a program at the Sanborn House of structured small-group discussions on the topic of “community” in Winchester. According to Rebecca Slisz, Executive Director, the program had a number of purposes. “Our goals were to enable people to connect in-person with community members who are not … Read more
Indigenous Peoples’ Day Family Celebration is happening on Monday, October 13, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Winchester Town Hall, 71 Mount Vernon Street, Winchester, MA. Parking is available across the street in the Jenks lot and in the Winchester Public Library parking lot. Starting at 10:00 am, we’ll have various activities and advocacy … Read more
Join us for the celebration at our Third Annual Pride Party for Adults — the theme is PRIDEtoberfest! — and enjoy a fun filled evening of dancing, laughing, being in community and supporting our LGBTQ selves, friends, family and neighbors! This October 4th event is a fundraiser for the Network for Social Justice. Tickets are … Read more
The Network for Social Justice is proud to announce that it was recently awarded a three-year, $120,000 grant from the Cummings Foundation as part of its highly competitive $30 Million Grant Program. The Network is one of 125 Massachusetts-based nonprofits selected to receive a three-year grant. An additional 25 organizations received 10-year grants. This new … Read more
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, Winchester High School will host an evening of cultural celebration, community, and connection for Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This event invites students, families, and community members to experience the rich diversity of Asian cultures through food, performances, and hands-on activities. … Read more
Rawan is a certified math educator and professor with extensive training in finance and economics. She is deeply committed to improving students’ lives and is invested in re-examining and reinventing learning methods and assessments to make sure they are accessible to all learners. Coming from a large family of mathematicians, Rawan’s professional interests lie in … Read more
Fuxin Shi, a resident of Winchester for the past six years, has built a career in biomedical research and drug development. Her love of the sciences started at a young age due to a curriculum in China that heavily featured STEM topics; this interest deepened as Fuxin started her journey into medicine. Women’s History Month … Read more
Girls Who Code is a national nonprofit committed to closing the gender gap in technology by empowering young girls to pursue careers in computer science. Through programs like coding clubs and summer immersion experiences, they teach coding, ignite creativity, and foster a strong sense of community for girls of all backgrounds. By equipping the next generation … Read more
