It is a pleasure to offer you two stories from the beating heart of immigrant justice and immigrant culture. First, we highlight the work of a local grassroots advocate working to smooth the arrival of new migrants to NYC. Next, we look at two decades of dance and music training offered by the Pachamama folklore program here in our neighborhood. Read More
This week we report on the attempt by a billionaire to build a casino in Queens on designated parkland—a project that would disproportionately affect working-class immigrant communities. We then take a look at recent court decisions and moves by the federal government regarding TPS that can strengthen or weaken legal protections for neighbors here in Jackson Heights. Read More
We bring you news this week from the community frontlines of immigrant justice, highlighting the recent work of DRUM. We then offer a frightening look at the publicized plans for the Department of Homeland Security of the notorious Project 2025, a right-wing fever dream should the Republican party control the White House after the next election. Read More
Our first story also brings news of change: the shifting landscape of global migration behind an increasing number of West African immigrants arriving in New York City. We then turn to report on the largely invisible stories of Palestinian Americans in Gaza and the West Bank during a relentless war, and the obstacles to immigration even for close family members of Palestinian US citizens. Read More
President Trump mocked sanctuary cities and aimed to intensify harassment and deportation. Now, Democratic mayor of New York is undermining the city’s commitment to legal sanctuary. This week’s newsletter offers an update on the cynical moves by the Adams’ administration to deny shelter to asylum seekers who are, literally, being left out in the cold by merciless new policies. Read More
Today’s newsletter focuses on the important work being done by community-based groups to support migrant arrivals in New York City. We then turn to an in-depth story of Peruvian artist Olinda Silvano, co-founder of the migrant Shipibo community in Lima, whose indigenous wisdom sparks creative resistance to environmental threats both here and in Peru. Read More
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