By MOHAMED FARGHALY
mfarghaly@queensledger.com
The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) successfully hosted its annual Key to the City resource fair at Paseo Park On Saturday, September 21, drawing significant participation from the community. The event, aimed at supporting immigrant families, provided essential items such as school supplies, sanitary products, and diapers.
Celebrating over a decade of service, the NYIC has established itself as a vital resource for immigrant communities across New York. According to a coalition spokesperson, this year alone, the organization has reached over 5,000 individuals and distributed more than 40,000 resources through 58 events, with plans for five additional gatherings by the end of the year.
The Key to the City event offered a range of services, including immigration legal consultations, health resource access, and social services workshops.
Attendees engaged with various service providers, receiving assistance on topics from school enrollment to navigating immigration processes. The goal, organizers stated, was to empower immigrants with essential knowledge and resources to thrive in New York City.
