Rabbi Joseph Potasnik speaks with Huffington Post Religion correspondent, Jaweed Kaleem, about the importance of religious expression during 9/11 anniversary activities: "Many people would understandably prefer to see a presence of clergy, but priority must be given to … [Read more...] about Rabbi Joseph Potasnik Speaks Out About ‘Clergy Ban’ at 9/11 Memorial
The New Yorker casts a spotlight on ICNY Buddhist Lantern Ceremony
A brand new New Yorker Article by Nick Paumgarten, entitled All Together Now, discusses the origins and evolution of ICNY's upcoming 9/11 Buddhist Lantern Ceremony. Much mention is made of our esteemed board member and Interfaith pioneer T.K. Nakagaki! … [Read more...] about The New Yorker casts a spotlight on ICNY Buddhist Lantern Ceremony
NY1 Covers 9/11 Lantern Ceremony
Posted on NY1 By: Shazia Khan An interfaith ceremony this weekend will once again transform a part of the Hudson River into a memorial for those killed in the September 11th attacks. NY1's Shazia Khan filed the following report. With the 10th anniversary of September … [Read more...] about NY1 Covers 9/11 Lantern Ceremony
Emigrant Savings Bank becomes lead corporate sponsor of the Prepare New York Coalition
Emigrant, founded to serve New York’s immigrant community more than 150years ago, provides funding and support for initiative that encourages understanding, healing and harmony as New York and the nation approach the10th anniversary of 9/11.New York, NY (August 30, 2011) –The … [Read more...] about Emigrant Savings Bank becomes lead corporate sponsor of the Prepare New York Coalition
The NYPD And Muslims In New York
Posted on huffintonpost.com on 8/31/11 By: Dr. Sarah Sayeed Last week, a troubling piece of news came to the fore, announcing the NYPD's initiative to promote security through a wide surveillance of New York's Muslims and community institutions. Some of the City's Muslim … [Read more...] about The NYPD And Muslims In New York