The Legal Services Center of Harvard Law School (LSC) is running a series of workshops building off of our monthly CORI sealing events. In addition to sealing clients’ records, this revised series seeks to assist clients with elements of the re-entry process such as:

• finding housing,
• securing CORI-friendly employment,
• pursuing education and job training, and
• developing financial literacy, among other subjects.

The setup of the events will mirror that of a job or career fair, with representatives operating tables in the library space and speaking to potential clients about their organizations. Additionally, the events will have brief presentations on the CORI sealing process open to clients and attending organizations.

We held our pilot workshop on April 5, and we are now planning our second session. The workshop will take place on Wednesday, July 12, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Roxbury/Nubian Square Branch of the Boston Public Library (149 Dudley St, Roxbury, MA 02119). 

We would absolutely love to see turnout from across Boston, as a number of organizations planning to attend the Roxbury/Nubian Square event serve individuals across Greater Boston.

A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have; it only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules.



In this workshop, you can learn:

• The formula to increase your credit score.
• How to read a credit report.
• How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

This is a virtual event. Registration is required.

Interested in a fee free bank or credit union account? This workshop is for you! Attend to:

• discuss their banking needs
• learn about budgeting, and
• learn the difference between a checking account, savings account, and certificates of deposit. 

This workshop will be held via Zoom.

This reviews steps from choosing a format to what information to include. Learn what employers are looking for so you can make the best impression.

In this workshop, you will learn:

• How a mortgage works and how to get one
• How a credit score affects your ability to get a loan
• What the hidden costs are to buying a home
• How much do you need to save for a down payment
• Where you can get free resources to make the process easier

Si está interesado en comprar una casa algún día, este es el lugar para comenzar. En este taller, aprenderás:

• Cómo funciona una hipoteca y cómo obtener una
• Cómo un puntaje de crédito afecta su capacidad para obtener un préstamo
• Cuál es el costo inicial de comprar una casa
• Cuánto necesita ahorrar para un pago inicial
• Donde puede obtener recursos gratuitos para facilitar el proceso

A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have; it only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules.



In this workshop, you can learn:

• The formula to increase your credit score.
• How to read a credit report.
• How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

This is a virtual event. Registration is required.

Young people should attend to:

• Discuss their banking needs
• Learn about budgeting
• Learn the difference between a checking account, savings account, and certificates of deposit.

This workshop will be held via Zoom.

This webinar will help teens understand how credit works.

• If you have a job, building credit is partly about managing your hard-earned money and learning to pay bills on time, such as a monthly cell phone bill.
• Open a checking or savings account. Responsibly managing and maintaining these basic accounts will show a financial institution that you can handle money. If the account comes with a debit card, you will get experience using a card for withdrawing cash.
• If your job permits, set up direct deposit to your account. It is easier to save if the money isn’t sitting in your pocket!
• The first time you borrow money is likely to be college loans.  Learn what interest is and how much you will end up replaying on top of a student loan.

The workshop lasts about 45 minutes, followed by time for questions.

A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have. It only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules.



In this workshop, you can learn:

• The formula to increase your credit score.
• How to read a credit report.
• How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

This is a virtual event. Registration is required.

A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have. It only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules.



In this workshop, you can learn:

• The formula to increase your credit score.
• How to read a credit report.
• How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

This is a virtual event. Registration is required.