What We Do
Annual Unity Breakfast
Each January, community members from Watertown and surrounding towns gather for the Unity Breakfast—a morning of reflection, inspiration, and action in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
With powerful speakers, music, student presentations, and community awards, the Unity Breakfast brings together people of all ages and backgrounds to celebrate the values of equity, justice, and unity.
-
Whether it’s your first time or your 15th, you’re warmly invited to join us for this meaningful event. All are welcome–families, individuals, neighbors, and newcomers!
Find Out About Upcoming Breakfast
Not seeing one listed yet?
Join the newsletter to be the first to know about the next one.
-
The Unity Breakfast is organized entirely by volunteers. From helping with planning and outreach to setting up tables the morning of the event, we’d love to have your help!
Get in touch to find out how you can help out!
-
Your donation helps cover the cost of things like: honorariums for speakers and performers, AV and accessibility needs, event supplies and outreach materials.
Keep this tradition going strong with a donation today!
Learn About Past Unity Breakfasts
Curious about what the Unity Breakfast is like? Explore highlights from previous years, including speakers, themes, and photos.
CALL FOR 2026 NOMINATIONS
Presented by World in Watertown, the UNITY AWARD is given each year to honor individuals or groups who are making significant contributions to civic life in Watertown.
Nominees should meet the following criteria:
They are Watertown residents or employees, or civic organizations that support Watertown residents;
They demonstrate a commitment to the foundational principles of racial, social, and economic justice;
They are committed to supporting the human rights of all residents;
Their work is guided by a vision of equity and inclusion;
They have contributed to the Watertown community in concrete ways within the 2026 calendar year.
NOMINATIONS DUE BY NOVEMBER 30, 2026.
Watertown Welcomes All:
A Safe Space Project
The Watertown Welcomes All Sticker helps businesses show their support for our LGBTQ+ Community Cosponsored by the World in Watertown & the Watertown Human Rights Commission.
-
A Safe Space is a welcoming, non-judgmental environment where people, particularly from the LGBTQ+ community, can feel accepted and supported. It’s a place to be authentic without fear. Safe Spaces are vital for promoting inclusivity and well-being, especially for LGBTQ+ people, who are more likely to experience discrimination and harassment.
-
Here’s what we are looking for help with:
Connecting with local businesses
Delivering stickers and materials
Following up with businesses
Celebrating & spreading the word!
Interested? Get in touch with us here.
Supporting Our Immigrant Community
-
You can choose from these language combinations.
Haitian Creole, English, & Armenian,
Spanish, English, & Arabic,
Portuguese, English, & Russian
-
We are asking for a minimum donation of $10, if that is within your means.
You can pay by check, Venmo, or PayPal.
We can deliver to you if needed!
-
World in Watertown is offering "No matter where you are from, we're glad you are our neighbor" multilingual signs.
These beautiful signs share a heartfelt message of welcome, acceptance, and inclusivity–values our Watertown community holds dear.
3 Language Combinations Available
Mother’s Day Walk for Peace
Each May, World in Watertown co-organizes Watertown Walks for Peace, a community team that participates in the annual Mother's Day Walk for Peace in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood. This event supports the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute's mission to end gun violence and promote healing.
In 2025, we celebrated our 11th consecutive year of participation, raising over $5,000 and uniting walkers of all ages from Watertown and beyond.
Want to walk with us or join the planning team for our next walk? Want to donate towards 2026? You still can!