WELCOME TO AHCD

Action for Haitian Community Development, Inc. (AHCD) is a grassroots nonprofit based in Malden, Massachusetts, serving immigrant families across Greater Boston. Founded in response to urgent community needs, AHCD empower immigrant families—particularly Haitian immigrants—through culturally responsive programs rooted in social, civic, and economic integration.

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OUR MISSION

We exist to uplift immigrant families by removing barriers to access, fostering trust, and building pathways to long-term stability. Our work is guided by three pillars: Social, Civic, and Economic Integration.

SOCIAL INTEGRATION

At AHCD, social integration begins with trust—and grows through knowledge. We create spaces where Haitian and immigrant families feel safe, respected, and connected. Through culturally responsive services, wellness programs, and educational initiatives, we foster a sense of belonging that honors heritage while building bridges across cultures.

CIVIC INTEGRATION

Civic integration is about empowerment. AHCD equips community members with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to engage in public life. From advocacy training and voter education to system navigation and leadership development, we help immigrants become active participants in shaping the policies and institutions that affect their lives. We believe that informed voices are powerful agents of change.

ECONOMIC INTEGRATION

Economic integration means more than finding a job—it's about building stability, opportunity, and generational wealth. AHCD provides workforce readiness programs, financial literacy workshops, and entrepreneurial support tailored to immigrant experiences. We help individuals gain the skills and resources to thrive economically, while reinforcing the value of ownership, agency, and long-term growth.

HOW WE HELP

Social Services Assistance Program

Mission: To stabilize immigrant families in crisis by connecting them to essential services and culturally responsive care...

Education Empowerment Program

Mission: To equip immigrant families with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in U.S. society through accessible, culturally responsive education...

Immigration Assistance Legal Program

Mission: To ensure equitable access to legal support for low-income, undocumented, and newly arrived individuals navigating complex immigration systems in Greater Boston.

Leadership Development Program

Mission: To cultivate a new generation of immigrant leaders equipped to advocate, organize, and uplift their communities through civic engagement and cultural pride.

Entrepreneurship Development Program

Mission: To empower immigrants with the tools, training, and support needed to launch and grow sustainable businesses that uplift families and communities. .

Cultural & Social Integration Program

Mission: To celebrate Haitian heritage while fostering cross-cultural understanding, community connection, and emotional well-being among immigrants in Greater Boston.

OUR CURRENTS PROGRAMS

Safe Nourishment: Home-Delivered Groceries for Immigrant Families.

With the influx of thousands of new immigrants into Massachusetts over the past year, AHCD's Safe Nourishment Delivery Program was launched as an emergency response to rising fear and food insecurity among immigrant families impacted by recent immigration enforcement - ICE activity

Strengthening Haitian Community Bonds Through Cultural Engagement.

AHCD is proud to announce the launch of a new cultural engagement initiative. Strengthening Haitian Community Bonds Through Cultural Engagement made possible through a generous grant from the Malden Community Connections Grant Program.

Roots to Rise: Workforce Readiness & Community Empowerment for Immigrant Families.

Roots to Rise is a community-driven initiative by AHCD that empowers immigrant families through a three-pronged model: ESL for Employment, Job Readiness Workshops, and Community Wellness & Empowerment.

ESL & Job Readiness Program for Newcomers

Action for Haitian Community Development, Inc. (AHCD) offer a no-cost ESL & Job Readiness Program for Newcomers, an essential initiative designed to help recently arrived immigrants gain English language proficiency and workforce readiness skills.