The Welcome Project

Welcome! The Welcome Project is a community-based initiative that began in the Mystic Public Housing Development of Somerville, Massachusetts in 1987. As new residents were arriving from Haiti, Central America, Viet Nam and other parts of the world, many were victims of discrimination and harassment. The founders of the Welcome Project, a dedicated group of tenants and community members, came together to welcome and support our new residents. Over the past fifteen years, our organization has evolved to meet changing circumstances as we have strived to make the Mystic Housing Development a livable and safe place for all residents. Learn more »