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Features & analyses

An introduction to migration terminology

Written by Sabrina Axster & Arielle Kandel The terminology around migration can be confusing, especially if one is not directly involved with the topic. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has tried to provide some clarity with its glossary of terms. Even though this is a good starting point, every country uses different definitions, which quickly becomes complicated. Drawing on the definitions put forward by the IOM and by the Department of Homeland Security — the main US government body to...

Portraits & interviews

Meet the talented, passionate, and fearless members of our team!

Written by Abbey Kurtz New Women New Yorkers is on the path to success not only because of our strong mission and vision, but because driving our work are dedicated, passionate, and fearless volunteers. Unique and diverse, each NWNY volunteer staff member is motivated by personal migration stories, connections to immigrant communities in NYC or generations of refugee family members, and a deep commitment to women’s issues and equality. As the Volunteer Coordinator, I am so proud to introduce this...

Portraits & interviews

February 2015 Immigration News At a Glance

Written by Kara DeDonato   This month’s news digest provides an update on the child migrant crisis before turning to the blocked executive action and immigration news closer to home in New York.   A brief update on the child migrant crisis In February, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees warned that many of the children who are picked up by immigration officials in the US and Mexico might face persecution by local street gangs, known as ‘maras’, if...

Culture & events

Immigration & Women Events Calendar, February 2015

Written by Arielle Kandel   February is the shortest month of the year, but there is still plenty to do! We’ve put together selected lectures and talks, festivals, exhibitions, and other events, some related to the immigrant experience in the US and in NY in particular, others to women and feminism. If you come across another amazing event we forgot to mention, feel free to add it in the “Leave a Reply” section at the bottom of the post!   February...