New Women New Yorkers

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Culture & events

What are you thankful for this year?

Perhaps this year more than ever, the practice of giving thanks will be a welcome break from not only everyday stresses, but also the post-election anxiety that many of us are experiencing. Whether you’re surrounded by friends, family and a tryptophan-laden feast or are spending the holiday solo, this fourth Thursday in November is a great time to reflect on the people and things that help you get through even the most difficult days. To kick off the holiday, the...

Portraits & interviews

Children of immigrants: Nadia Romhen on feeling connected to family and the Middle Eastern community

Written by Aneta Molenda New York City has served as the hub of the Syrian diaspora community for many decades. In the late 19th century, there was a strong and vibrant enclave known as Little Syria in Manhattan. Within a few short decades, Syrian-Americans created over 300 businesses and community organizations throughout New York City. Families who became financially stable started leaving Little Syria’s tenements and moving to Brooklyn neighborhoods, particularly around Atlantic Avenue. Similar to the fate of many...

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...

Real People. Real Lives.

Real People. Real Lives. Women Immigrants of New York: Sneha, 33, from India

Sneha’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 with my husband, leaving behind my family, friends, and a job I loved. It was overwhelming for a while to be all by myself in a foreign country. In India I was used to having people around me all the time. I also had my parents to help me with the care of...