Written by Daria Kurdyukova As a New Yorker, you can feel the speed of this never sleeping city — and the stress that comes with it. Being a new resident — not only to New York, but to the United States — can add a whole new level of stress to your life, especially if you do not have the proper work permit or are in the process of looking for a job. It’s easy to get discouraged, but creating...
Written by Emily Barnard Each installment of the new series “Home Away from Home” will feature a young woman immigrant and the place in New York City that reminds her most of her home country, providing comfort and easing the stresses of starting life in a new country. Five years ago, Anna emigrated from St. Petersburg, Russia, to the US looking for a new start and new opportunities. She spent several years in Los Angeles, but in 2015, when she began to...
Written by Edil Cuepo Any block you turn onto or bar you enter in New York City, chances are good you’ll encounter people speaking a language other than English. The variety of languages spoken by residents of NYC is estimated to be as many as 800 — 176 of which are spoken in the city’s public schools. We live in a vibrant city full of tourists and foreign-born residents; a melting pot of different cultures and languages. According to Census...
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...