Blog
Our team and guest writers share perspectives on everything from reparations and justice to joy and resilience. We reflect on harm and healing, culture and community, offering readers a deeper look into the hearts and minds behind our work.
THOUGHTS
Rob Eugene Is A Good Trouble Maker
Robert Eugene grew up in Boston—and he knows what it feels like to not have opportunity. That’s why he’s committed to creating spaces where young creatives of all kinds can thrive.
Honoring the Legacy of Fletcher “Flash” Wiley: A Trailblazer in Law, Leadership, and Community
Boston has lost one of its most distinguished leaders with the passing of Fletcher "Flash" Wiley, a pioneering lawyer, civic leader, and champion for justice.
Dr. Imari Paris Jeffries: History will not forget what it refuses to reconcile
In the early months of 1967, Martin Luther King Jr. did something he rarely allowed himself to do — he stepped away. He and his wife Coretta, along with Bernard Lee and Dora McDonald, retreated to the hills of Ocho Rios, Jamaica. No phone.
Embrace Honors MLK 2025: A Friends & Family Sneaker Affair to Remember
The Embrace Honors MLK: Friends & Family Sneaker Affair was an unforgettable evening of unity, celebration, and community.
Embrace Boston Receives The Boston Celtics’ Heroes Among Us award
A moment of pride and gratitude! Our CEO, board chairs, and VP of Development were honored to accept the Heroes Among Us award from the Boston Celtics on behalf of Embrace Boston as part of their MLK Day celebration.
Malia Lazu Discusses How Companies Can Move From Intention To Impact
Greg and Malia discuss her book, "From Intention to Impact," how Emerson College brought her to Boston, her career, her work to do good and being face-to-face with Harry Belafonte, who helped her find her voice and shape her future.