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Why this work is important: Reflections from our Board Chair

By Heather Mack, Board Chair As I head to the end of my second year as Chair of The Second Step board, I have been thinking a lot about how my journey with the agency started. Many years ago, I had an unexpected (and frankly shocking to me at the time) experience when a close friend—someone I saw daily and was very […]
May 1, 2026May 1, 2026

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The Second Step Attorney Selected for Boston Bar Association’s Leadership Program

We are proud to announce that Staff Attorney Jordan Walker has been selected to join the Boston Bar Association’s 2025–2026 Public Interest Leadership Program (PILP). Each year, the BBA welcomes a small group of highly accomplished lawyers into this prestigious year-long program, which provides intensive leadership and professional development training. Jordan was chosen from an […]
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H.1594/S.1205, An Act relative to controlling and abusive litigation

Staff Attorney Jordan Walker submitted testimony in support of the bill. Read the full Testimony
June 11, 2025June 11, 2025

The Second Step Announces Collaboration with FamilyAid

The Second Step is proud to partner with FamilyAid to enhance housing support for domestic violence survivors. Effective February 15, 2025, The Second Step will rely on FamilyAid to operate its shelter for low-income survivors experiencing homelessness. This partnership allows The Second Step to focus on delivering specialized, survivor-centered services while leveraging FamilyAid’s housing expertise.   […]
February 24, 2025June 4, 2025

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