The Interfaith Center of New York signed onto this letter on account of Session's voting record against anti-hate crime legislation, the Violence Against Women Act, and his apparent support of Trump's proposed Muslim ban during the presidential campaign. AN OPEN LETTER TO THE … [Read more...] about ICNY signs onto to open letter to the U.S. Senate opposing confirmation of Jeff Sessions
Faith Leader Survey from the NYC Department of Youth & Community Development
The New York City Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD) is seeking input from New York’s religious leaders, to help them serve diverse local communities. DYCD’s essential mission is to invest in a network of community-based organizations and programs … [Read more...] about Faith Leader Survey from the NYC Department of Youth & Community Development
Faith Action for Mohamed Bah January 18
On Thursday, Jan. 12 at 12:00 pm join Mohamed Bah's family and faith leaders and activists from across NYC to call on SDNY US Attorney Preet Bharara to stand for justice - in spite of Trump's presidency and appointments. We are demanding a full investigation into the case and … [Read more...] about Faith Action for Mohamed Bah January 18
Message from ICNY Interim Executive Director: A Bright New Year in Dark Times
Dear Friends, Happy new year to one and all! Or at least happy new year by the historically Christian Gregorian calendar. Many New Yorkers are still looking ahead to the Asian lunar new year on January 28, to the Persian new year on March 21, to the Hindu new year (or … [Read more...] about Message from ICNY Interim Executive Director: A Bright New Year in Dark Times
K-12 Teachers Nationwide Welcome to Apply for ICNY’s next Summer Institute “Religious Worlds of New York”
K-12 teachers are invited to apply for the Religious Worlds of New York summer institute – a three week program, with a generous stipend, that will help them teach about religious diversity. Applications are due by March 1st. In today’s climate of religious bigotry … [Read more...] about K-12 Teachers Nationwide Welcome to Apply for ICNY’s next Summer Institute “Religious Worlds of New York”
