Through the Eyes of a Child ....

Massachusetts Advocates for Children is a private non-profit organization dedicated to being an independent and effective voice for children who face significant barriers to equal educational and life opportunities. MAC works to overcome these barriers by changing conditions for many children, while also helping one child at a time.

For 40 years, MAC has responded to the needs of children who are vulnerable because of poverty, race, limited English or disability.

Helping Traumatized Children Learn: supportive school environments for children traumatized by family violence, a Report and Policy Agenda,available for download or purchase
(Click here)

Did You Know ....

• MAC offers specialized trainings and workshops for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
• By calling MAC's Helpline you can be one of approximately 800 parents offered technical assistance each year?
• MAC provides valuable advocacy within the Boston Public School system that allows children to overcome educational barriers and have access to conducive learning environments?
• In these tough economic times, MAC continues to maintain its impressive track record primarily through donations and funding from private donors and organizations?

See Guidestar for MAC's latest financial report.

Transforming the Boston Public Schools: A Roadmap for the New Superintendent, by The Citizen Commission on Academic Success for Boston Children, available for download or purchase (Click here)

MAC is an affilate of United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley.

MAC is part of the state's civil legal aid system providing statewide advocacy and back-up support on children's issues.

MAC is seeking a Staff Attorney. Bilingual candidates who speak Spanish are strongly preferred.

Volunteers and pro-bono attorneys are encouraged to call 617-357-8431 x229