City Hall, NY – Today, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams announced the members and structure of the New Arrivals Strategy Team, a diverse set of experts to improve the overall response to the recent immigration of our newest New Yorkers by developing solutions that promote their successful integration and economic contributions to communities across the five boroughs. The team includes a cross section of veteran city government leaders, immigrant New Yorkers with direct experience, non-profit leaders, service providers, and funders.

“We thank the Speaker and the Council for leading us out of a “crisis mode” response and towards strategic, organized, and thoughtful planning for the future,” said Sarah Costa, Executive Director, Women’s Refugee Commission. “Immigrants and refugees are grateful for the safety and opportunity New York City and communities around the U.S. have provided. They are resourceful and resilient and are ready to contribute their hard work and talents, as they have throughout the city and the nation’s history. Listening to what they tell us they need as they adjust to their new lives and providing some support will enable these new arrivals and our communities to thrive.”