Fearing Deportation, Mixed-Status Families in U.S. Draw Up Emergency Plans

Fearing Deportation, Mixed-Status Families in U.S. Draw Up Emergency Plans

By: Mary Campbell As federal immigration enforcement intensifies, families in the United States with mixed immigration status—where some members are citizens or lawful residents and others are not—are increasingly living in fear of separation. In response, many are quietly preparing “what-if” plans: designating guardians for their children, organizing important documents, and making arrangements in case […]

Facing Fear, Finding Strength: Confronting the Shadow of Deportation with Dignity and Hope

Facing Fear, Finding Strength: Confronting the Shadow of Deportation with Dignity and Hope

Undocumented immigrants and their families often live with a shadow that darkens the brightest of days: the fear of deportation. It’s not merely a legal concern—it’s a deeply human struggle, one that strikes at the heart of our sense of safety, belonging, and belongingness. In this article, we explore the raw emotional toll of deportation […]

Bedford Central Community Development Corp. Hosts Home Buyer Expo with Brunch

Bedford Central Community Development Corp. Hosts Home Buyer Expo with Brunch

Brooklyn, NY,  September 12, 2025 : Bedford Central Community Development Corp. is proud to announce its upcoming Home Buyer Expo with Brunch, an empowering and educational event designed to help aspiring homeowners navigate the real estate market with confidence. The Expo will take place on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM […]

Urban Matters | Pandemic Lockdown Traumas Were Temporary. Child Welfare Traumas Have Lasting Effects

Urban Matters | Pandemic Lockdown Traumas Were Temporary. Child Welfare Traumas Have Lasting Effects

By: Courtnie McMillan | centernyc.org In the early months of the coronavirus pandemic, governments imposed widespread social distancing measures to slow the spread of the virus. For me, the pandemic offers a powerful lesson for both the public and policymakers because it provides a window into the cruelty of alienation that many families endure daily […]

Empowering Homeownership: Insights from the Bronx Neighborhood Housing Services Fair

Empowering Homeownership: Insights from the Bronx Neighborhood Housing Services Fair

By: Janet Howard| Photo courtesy: Fenix Suriel/IQ inc. On July 26th, the Bronx Neighborhood Housing Services (BNHS) hosted its Home Ownership Resource Fair, an event that brought together mortgage lenders, insurance companies, city agencies, and elected officials under one roof. The mission was clear: to equip low- and moderate-income families with the tools, knowledge, and […]

Why NYC Alternative High Schools Are Failing — and How We Can Truly Help Young Adults Succeed

Why NYC Alternative High Schools Are Failing — and How We Can Truly Help Young Adults Succeed

By Chris Tobias In New York City, alternative high schools were created as a second chance for students who struggled in traditional settings—whether due to academic difficulties, personal hardships, or unstable home lives. However, today, many NYC alternative high schools are failing to fulfill their mission, leaving vulnerable students even more disconnected from meaningful futures. […]

The Legacy of Fernande Valmé: A Lifelong Mission to Serve and Support Those in Need

The Legacy of Fernande Valmé: A Lifelong Mission to Serve and Support Those in Need

By Staff Writer | Photos courtesy of Fernande Valmé Ministries Fernande Valmé (1924-2008) was a dedicated missionary, humanitarian, and the founder of Fernande Valmé Ministries, an organization built on faith and a mission to help those in desperate need around the world. Her life’s work was deeply rooted in her Christian values, specifically the teachings […]

State Comptroller DiNapoli and Dept. of Financial Services Superintendent Harris Designate New Banking Development District Branch to Support Community Banking in Red Hook

State Comptroller DiNapoli and Dept. of Financial Services Superintendent Harris Designate New Banking Development District Branch to Support Community Banking in Red Hook

Comptroller Deposited $10 Million in Public Funds to Spring Bank Branch as Part of Program to Increase Access to Financial Services in Historically Underserved Communities New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Department of Financial Services Superintendent Adrienne A. Harris today announced the approval of Spring Bank’s Red Hook Branch as a Banking Development […]

CCRIF: US$25,000 to Papine High School, Jamaica for Establishing a Greenhouse

CCRIF: US$25,000 to Papine High School, Jamaica for Establishing a Greenhouse

Photo credit: Papine High School CCRIF, through its Small Grants Programme, provided US$25,000 to the Papine High School in Jamaica for their Greenhouse and Hydroponics Project. The grant from CCRIF supported the construction of a greenhouse and hydroponics system at the school.  The greenhouse is seen as a boost to the school, serving as a […]

Communities Continue to Stand by Immigrants Amidst Fear, Heightened Enforcement

Communities Continue to Stand by Immigrants Amidst Fear, Heightened Enforcement

By Micaela McConnell, Immigration Impact | Editorial credit: Gints Ivuskans / shutterstock.com  The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. The first few weeks of President Trump’s second term in office have instilled a […]