Welcome to Center for New Americans
Education, Resources, and Immigration Legal Services for Immigrants in Western Massachusetts
Our Mission & Vision
Our Mission: Center for New Americans (CNA) is a community-based, non-profit adult education center that provides the under-served immigrant, refugee, and migrant communities of Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley with education and resources to learn English, become involved community members, and obtain tools necessary to maintain economic independence and stability.
Our Vision: Immigrants will acquire the tools to integrate economically and culturally into the community, become self-sufficient, and shape the vibrant future of our region.
Our Programs & Core Teams
We serve immigrant adults in Hampshire, Franklin, and Hampden counties, with program sites in Northampton, Amherst, Greenfield, and Springfield. Meet Explore our core departments below to meet our staff and learn about our services:
English Language & Adult Education
Center for New Americans is funded and licensed by the Mass. Department of Elementary & Secondary Education. We offer free, classes in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).Classes range from literacy level through high intermediate level. Classes include instruction in digital literacy, civics, and career preparation in a supportive, welcoming environment.
Explore English Classes, Resources & Meet the Education Team →
Immigration Legal Services
Center for New Americans is a U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Recognized Agency. Our legal team provides free and low-cost immigration legal services for applications for legal permanent residence, citizenship, work authorization, family petitions, and some humanitarian applications.
Learn More About Immigration Legal Services & Meet the Legal Team →
Why DOJ Recognition Matters
Receiving legal guidance from non-accredited sources can put immigration status at risk. As a DOJ Recognized Agency, our staff includes licensed attorneys and accredited representatives authorized to assist clients with official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) applications and consultations.
Administrative & Leadership Team
Our administrative team works behind the scenes to keep Center for New Americans strong, sustainable, and connected to our community.
Our Impact & Community Reach
Thanks to volunteer support, partnerships with organizations like the MIRA Coalition, and generous donor funding, Center for New Americans has welcomed and served immigrants for close to 35 years.
- Want to support our work? Donate Today or Explore Volunteer Opportunities.
- Need to visit an office? View our Contact & Locations Page for address details in Northampton, Amherst, Greenfield, and Springfield.
Meet Our Board of Directors
Center for New Americans is guided by a dedicated volunteer board of directors. The board meets regularly, oversees the organization’s program and financial management, and supports Center for New Americans’ efforts to welcome and support immigrants.
Antonio
Pagan
Chair
J
Vaughn
Vice Chair
Shardool
Parmar
Treasurer
Patrick
Slaney
Board Member
Jen
Campbell
Board Member
Sarah
Jarman
Board Member
Our Students and Clients in Their Own Words
Listen to our students, alumni, and clients in their words thanks to the students who videotaped themselves, our Volunteer, Sarah McKusick, who also videotaped students, and our Volunteer, Sarah Jarman, who edited and produced the video.
