
Henry Santana
Boston City Councilor At-Large
Community Connections
Mayor’s Youth Summit
Saturday's Mayor's Youth Summit was buzzing with energy! Boston teens aged 14-19 took center stage, celebrating their contributions to our city's culture.
City Council's Black History Month Celebration
At the City Council's Black History Month Celebration, we honored Mission Hill's John Jackson for his lifelong commitment to uplifting others and his outstanding service to the community.
Charles Bank Co-op Social Hour
Enjoyed a great dialogue with residents at the Charles Bank Co-op social hour. We heard important feedback on community safety, pedestrian concerns, and requests for updates on ongoing development and transit issues.
Office Hours in Jamaica Plain at Third Cliff Bakery
Amazing turnout at our Jamaica Plain office hours this morning! A huge thank you to Natalie and the fantastic team at Third Cliff Bakery for generously hosting us – their delicious treats definitely fueled some great conversations.
FUNDOARCU Annual Gala Dinner and Carnival
The FUNDOARCU Gala was a truly powerful night, a testament to the strength of our Dominican community.
Office Hours in West Roxbury at Recreo Coffee
We love spending our weekends out in the community! A big thank you to everyone who joined us for Office Hours at Recereo Coffee on Saturday.
Talk with 5th & 6th Graders from MLK Jr. School in Dorchester
We're always inspired by Boston's youth! Thank you to the Martin Luther King Jr. School in Dorchester for inviting us to speak with their 5th and 6th-grade students.
DeeDee's Cry at their Mental Health While Black Summit 2025
Always grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with DeeDee’s Cry at their Mental Health While Black Summit 2025. It was inspiring to be part of their work advancing mental health equity and fostering resilience within Black communities. The summit provided a valuable space to explore the intersection of mental health, relationships, and community within the BIPOC community.
Rally at 100 Sudbury with 32BJSEIU
Today we stood with 32BJSEIU with Council President Louijeune in unwavering support of workers seeking fair treatment. At the rally we heard powerful stories from Jesus & Maria, and demanded the reinstatement of the 8 unjustly terminated workers. Solidarity with our workers!
Panelist at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Housing Symposium
Great time at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Housing Symposium this weekend! Really enjoyed the panel discussion on affordable housing solutions alongside Jesse Kananav from Abundant Housing Massachusetts, Matt Noyes from Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA), and Elyse Cherry of BlueHub Capital.
Lunar New Year Parade in Chinatown
Even the snow couldn’t dampen the spirit of Sunday’s Lunar New Year Parade in Boston’s Chinatown with the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association. Celebrating with Boston’s Chinese community while enjoying the energy of the lion dancers and drums was a truly special experience.
Gee How Oak Tin Association of New England’s Lunar New Year Banquet
It was so lovely to connect with everyone at the Gee How Oak Tin Association of New England’s Lunar New Year Banquet at Empire Garden Restaurant. Sharing delicious food, celebrating traditions, and enjoying the festive entertainment made for a truly special evening as we celebrated the Year of the Snake!
VietAID Tết Celebration
What a wonderful way to celebrate Tết! We spent Saturday with VietAID and the community at the Vietnamese American Community Center, sharing in the warmth and joy of this special occasion.
Office Hours in South Boston at Cannonball Cafe
So great to see everyone at our South Boston office hours this morning at Cannonball Cafe! We had a fantastic conversation about street safety, parking, and how we can better serve the South Boston community.
Black History Month Flag Raising at City Hall
“Black Excellence” resonated deeply at this morning’s Black History Month flag raising ceremony at City Hall. Despite the snowy start to the day, our community gathered to celebrate and hear from inspiring community leaders, including a powerful reading by local poet Amanda Shea.
Power Saturday with Boston Teachers Union
Energized by a powerful Saturday with BTU and dedicated BPS educators! We dove into critical topics like school funding, tech equity for students, and creating a more supportive school community.
La Casa De La Cultura Dominicana’s Día de la Juventud
¡Muchas gracias a La Casa De La Cultura Dominicana por invitarnos a su celebración del Día de la Juventud el viernes!
Recognition for 332nd Fighter Group, the Tuskegee Airmen & Brigadier General Enoch “Woody” Woodhouse II
Today’s Boston City Council meeting honored the legendary 332nd Fighter Group, the Tuskegee Airmen, with a special resolution. We were privileged to recognize Brigadier General Enoch “Woody” Woodhouse II—a hero to our country, our city, and Mission Hill.
Lunar New Year Celebration at Boston City Hall
Happy Lunar New Year, Boston! This weekend, we welcomed the Year of the Snake with a full house at City Hall, joined by neighbors and leaders from across the city.
Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Pre-Talk Brunch with Age Strong
Had a fantastic Saturday with Age Strong at the Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Pre-Talk Brunch! It was a great opportunity to connect with community members, discuss street safety, and get feedback about key neighborhood issues.