Category: Culture & events

New Women New Yorkers at the Economic Empowerment Fair

Written by Daria Kurdyukova On October 26, volunteers from New Women New Yorkers bundled up in their coziest autumn sweaters and caught a train to Brooklyn to take part in the Economic Empowerment Fair, organized by the Mayor’s Office to Combat Domestic Violence and the Brooklyn Family Justice Center. We talked with visitors about what the organization does, shared information on upcoming events, and met other non-profit organizations with a similar goal: to help attendees from around the world find...

Reflecting on summer 2016 with NWNY in photos

  Over the past few months, New Women New Yorkers has kept busy with outreach events, LEAD Program workshops, field trips around New York City, picnics, and even a fashion show. The volunteers who work with NWNY are dedicated to helping young women immigrants integrate into city life and follow their dreams. Here a few photos of participants and volunteers spreading the word about NWNY throughout Summer 2016.        

Coming to NYC, Authentic Voices of Immigrant Women: Q&A with Galina Oleynik

  Immigrant Heritage Month is the perfect time to celebrate the journeys of immigrants and their contributions to our society, culture, and economy.    At New Women New Yorkers, we are holding our own celebration! On June 20, in honor of Immigrant Heritage Month and of World Refugee Day, we’re hosting our annual benefit – Don’t wait to purchase your tickets here, space is limited.   The event will feature a panel discussion called “Coming to NYC, Authentic Voices of...

Coming to NYC, Authentic Voices of Immigrant Women: Q&A with Fatoumata Diallo

  Immigrant Heritage Month is the perfect time to celebrate the journeys of immigrants and their contributions to our society, culture, and economy.    At New Women New Yorkers, we are holding our own celebration! On June 20, in honor of Immigrant Heritage Month and of World Refugee Day, we’re hosting our annual benefit – Don’t wait to purchase your tickets here, space is limited.   The event will feature a panel discussion called “Coming to NYC, Authentic Voices of...