You know how sometimes things are put in place to protect people, like safety rules in a playground? Well, there was this special system to keep children safe who are held at the border. It started two years ago after some sad events. This system told border officials how to care for the kids, like
The U. S. Department of Education has spent over $1 billion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives since 2021. Researchers found that $490 million went to DEI hiring, $343 million to DEI programming, and $170 million to DEI-related mental health services. This spending has benefited u
India has a massive labor force working overseas in low-paying jobs. Unfortunately, these workers often lack proper rights and protections due to weak rules both globally and within India. Civil society groups in India are stepping up to change this. They are using various strategies to promote thes
In recent years, China has been promoting entrepreneurship and innovation among migrant workers. This has led many to consider starting businesses in their hometowns or moving back to their registered communities for work. But does this choice affect their families' living standards? Let's dive into
Ever wondered how stress and resilience differ among people who move across international borders? A recent study, known as the AFFAIR Project, dug deep into this topic. Researchers were curious about what makes some migrants feel overwhelmed while others remain strong and adaptable. They looked at
Imagine a day in New York City when animals from the Central Park Zoo marched down the streets. This wasn't a dream, but a reality in 1924 during the first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The event, started by immigrants working at Macy’s, was meant to blend European parade traditions with American
Aurora is taking steps to embrace electric vehicles by planning to install 10 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at its new Public Works building. This move was recently discussed at the Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting. The city is looking to partner with Blink Network, LLC, a M
Did you know that the delicious street food you grab on your lunch break might be hiding a not-so-delicious secret? A Brooklyn restaurant called Guisa’o has been in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. It's become the headquarters for an illegal food-vending scheme where up to 50 migrant women s
Imagine going to a different country, hoping for a better life, but suddenly, you find yourself without any legal protection. This is the reality for millions of people worldwide due to strict immigration laws. These migrants often live in what we call an "insecure migration status, " meaning they d
A Queens Democrat, Robert Holden, recently penned a letter to top city and state leaders, including Mayor Adams and Governor Hochul. The core of his concern? The sanctuary policies in New York City and state, which he believes protect criminal migrants and put New Yorkers in danger. Holden argues th
