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A Special We Speak We LEAD Session: Finding Our Way & Human Resources Insights

On Tuesday, June 22, NWNY with the NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs, hosted a very special session of our We Speak We LEAD program. Alexandra Ruiz, a guest speaker from the NYC Mayor’s Office, joined us for the beginning of this unique two-part session. As our special guest, she shared her career path journey with us, including its twists and turns. A panel of two Human Resources experts followed this conversation. Sharon Jones, Senior Director of Workforce Optimization &...

Culture & events

5th Annual World Refugee Day Music Festival (organized by Brooklyn Conservatory of Music and Catholic Charities)

In partnership with several organizations serving immigrants and refugees, NWNY proudly participated in the 5th Annual World Refugee Day Music Festival, hosted by the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music. The NWNY Community was well-represented for both the virtual and in-person iterations of this event, celebrating refugees and their resilience through music, dance, and art. Virtually, Potri Ranka Manis shared her passion for promoting indigenous rights and traditions through a poignant Maranao dance performance.  Sharing a table with Ruth’s Refuge, NWNY staff...

Features & analyses

Is Your English Good Enough for a Job?

Looking for a job in a new country is a challenge because of new standards, traditions, and rules – and because of the new language. Many immigrants believe that their English is not good enough to find a good job, but this is often not true. We prepared ways to assess three dimensions of your English language proficiency: basic, academic, and professional, along with useful tips to improve your skills. Job search has always been stressful, but looking for a...

Portraits & interviews

Lost in Translation: Finding Confidence and Community in LEAD

Since she moved to New York, Ilaria struggled with questions about her nationality. Joining our diverse community inspired her to regain pride in her origins.  The question pops up almost immediately.  Sometimes it is as fast as a “Hi, how are you?”. Other times they need to look at me, and it is hard to understand what helps them make the assumption. It never takes more than a few seconds before they ask: “Where are you from?” I have heard...