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Culture & events

Our 3rd NYC Young Women Immigrants Meetup: Learning about our rights in the US workplace, pitching, and networking

Written by Jahaida Hernández Jesurum   On Thursday, May 26, New Women New Yorkers hosted its third Meetup for young women immigrants in New York City, with a focus on discussing issues of protection and anti- discrimination laws in the US workplace. Vanessa Ramos, who joined the gathering as a guest speaker on behalf of the NYC Commission on Human Rights (CCHR), explained the importance of staying current with changing New York employment anti-discrimination laws — including regarding fair housing,...

Portraits & interviews

Coming to NYC, Authentic Voices of Immigrant Women: Q&A with Stefania Cruz

  Today we’re kicking off Immigrant Heritage Month! This month is dedicated throughout the United States to sharing the stories and contributions of immigrants to our society, culture, and economy.    We’re 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 Immigrant...

Real People. Real Lives.

Real People. Real Lives. Women Immigrants of New York: Kripa, 29, from Nepal

  Kripa’s photograph and story were curated as part of the photo and storytelling exhibit, “Real People. Real Lives. Women Immigrants of New York.” “I came to the US a few years ago after I won the Green Card Lottery. Language was not really a problem but sometimes understanding the accent was. It was definitely a little difficult to adjust to a completely new environment, although still somewhat easier because I came with my boyfriend (now my husband) and with...

Portraits & interviews

Meet Dhenig, 34, from São Paulo, Brazil

Written by Manmeet Sahni   Dhenig, a 34-year-old from São Paulo, Brazil, moved to the United States with her husband almost a year-and-a-half ago. One of the biggest challenges for Dhenig was overcoming the language barrier. She didn’t speak English before she came to the United States but converses in English now. This is her story, in her own words. “We came to New York because my husband’s company transferred him to New York. When I came here, I studied six...