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The Interfaith Center of New York

@icny.bsky.social
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ICNY works to overcome prejudice, violence, & misunderstanding by activating the power of the city’s grassroots religious and civic leaders & their communities. See linktr.ee/interfaithcenterny

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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
We are appalled by the hate-filled attack on members of Central Synagogue. All of us are at our most vulnerable during worship and acts of hate like these are a threat to all New Yorkers. We are grateful to the NYPD for their swift response.
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
NEW DATE: On May 14 @handsoffnyc.bsky.social & ICNY will gather for a timely & grounding conversation with faith leaders across NYC. Please join this faith leader convo! RSVP at: bit.ly/4mL1EEz #iceout #handsoff #faith #electionprotection #nyc
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Here are some upcoming events & opps we’re engaged in across the city, in particular the Hands Off NYC Faith Table meeting on 4/23 & the Black Immigration Policy Summit on 3/30. We hope you can join us & that you take a moment to share this with your network. Read more: tinyurl.com/icny-newslet...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Faith/care workers in whom domestic violence survivors confide might be the only individuals with the opportunity to encourage immigrant community members to pursue the legal status for which they might be eligible on the basis of their victimization. Read more: tinyurl.com/icny-advocac...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
In this season of intersecting Holy Days when many of our communities are vulnerable, we are called to vigilance in protecting one another from hatred & bigotry. Learn about, learn from, & join efforts to bring NY'ers together in peace - our April newsletter is out now: tinyurl.com/icny-newslet...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
In these later days of our Republic it seems that the gains of women & girls are in danger of being forgotten by this Administration. Ultimately, however, we are the ones who will hold them to account. Read more: tinyurl.com/icny-advocac...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
When Donna's visa was at risk from a critical error, Attorney TJ Mills of ILJNY resolved the issue & Donna went on to become an immigration attorney, giving back to the community. - Guest blog by Rev. Paul Fleck, exec. dir. at Immigration Law & Justice NY. Read more: tinyurl.com/icny-advocac...
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Fund IOLA to Support Families like Donna's
Donna's story exemplifies how funding legal services saves lives, keeps families together, and realizes dreams
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Religious orgs should prep for the possibility that ICE may visit them to conduct a raid, make arrests, or engage in other immigration enforcement actions. - by Eugene Nam, Chief Counsel at ICNY & Asylum Director at Church of St. Edward the Martyr interfaithcenter.substack.com/p/protecting...
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Protecting Religious Spaces from ICE Raids
How communities can exercise their constitutional rights and more safely deliver religious and social services for immigrants
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
"The fear and promise of the end-time — whenever it gets here — should not be hijacked by political leaders bent on waging war." - read the NY Daily News Op-Ed by ICNY's executive director, The Rev. Dr. Chloe Breyer: interfaithcenter.org/nydn-op-ed-w...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
📷 Celebrating our colleague Hatou Camara, bestowed with a Citation of Merit from The Office of The Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson in recognition of her dedication to community advocacy and civic engagement. We are grateful to have such a gifted and dedicated community leader on our team.
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
When someone in your community is detained by ICE, here's a guide for locating the detained person, coordinating community support, & exploring options for release. By Eugene Nam, ICNY Chief Counsel & Asylum Director at Church of St. Edward the Martyr. interfaithcenter.substack.com/p/what-commu...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Legal research & recommendations for congregations serving immigrants & aspiring to be a sanctuary for them, incl. the legal framework of rules relevant to these efforts - by Eugene Nam, Chief Counsel at ICNY & Asylum Director at Church of St. Edward the Martyr. interfaithcenter.substack.com
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
We’re calling on NY'ers throughout Brooklyn's District 39 to join ICNY & @cmshahanahanif.bsky.social for an afternoon focused on how Faith Communities can band together to organize solidarity against Mass Deportation. Info: interfaithcenter.org/d39-interfai...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
How should an attorney’s personal sense of morality including their religious or secular values — influence their decision-making in the practice of law? All are invited to explore the intersection of personal, professional, & religious ethics in legal practice. interfaithcenter.org/legal-ethics...
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Conference for Attorneys and the General Public | ICNY
Tuesday, March 24, 1:00pm-5:00pm New York Law School, 185 West Broadway Please join ICNY and New York Law School (NYLS) on Tuesday, March 24, to explore the intersection of personal, professional, and...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
ICNY's Advocacy Blog latest edition out now: interfaithcenter.substack.com
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Faith & Civic #StatenIsland leaders: come hear strategies from advocates organizing on the ground, how they collaborate with directly impacted communities, & what lessons can strengthen all of our work. @handsoffnyc.bsky.social interfaithcenter.org/march-12-han...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Today, NY'ers are taking action, adding their voices to "Faithful Resistance" Advocacy, urging elected officials to enact guardrails on ICE, & accompanying immigrants to court appearances. There are encouraging activities going on around us - read more: tinyurl.com/icny-newslet...
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Join us March 1 at 5:30 PM at St. Michael’s (225 W 99th St) for an ICE Preparedness Town Hall. Panel featuring Faith Leaders & Elected Officials sharing reflections from Minneapolis — followed by a neighborhood preparedness training + ways to protect our neighbors. Be informed. Be ready. Show up.
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The Interfaith Center of New York @icny.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Statement on Islamophobic activity at the first Muslim American Heritage Month Celebration: interfaithcenter.org/statement-on...
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