January’s Coordinating Asylum Seeker Efforts Notes & Resources
Agenda
Date: 1/25/24
Time: 10AM-11:30AM
*Hosted via Microsoft Teams
Speakers:
Deputy Mayor Anne Williams-Isom, Health and Human Services
Dr. Ted Long, Ambulatory Care and Population Health, NYC Health + Hospitals
Commissioner Manuel Castro, Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs
Resource Presentations:
Brenda Stewart-Luke, Internal Revenue Service
Luisa Linares and Amelia Swanigan, Administration for Children’s Services
Shaheem Taylor and Ana Ramirez, Housing Preservation and Development
Leonardo Uzcategui, Fundavenyc
Dr. Albert Gamarra, Department of Social Services, IDNYC
Joann Villacres, NYC Service
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Meeting Summary
January’s call brought together 239 representatives from across the city, who are on the ground meeting the immediate and long-term needs of new arrivals.
Based on feedback from previous calls, we invited several agency partners to share the great work they are doing in this space, including:
Internal Revenue Service overview of Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITIN), including information regarding tax benefits, steps to apply for and renew your ITIN, and common errors that result in processing delays.
Administration for Children’s Services funds preventative programs in partnership with community-based organizations who provide case management services, housing advocacy, childcare vouchers, parent skills training, trauma informed treatment, and more. ACS prevention programs serve asylum seekers on the ground at Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers, DHS contracted hotels, and the arrival center at Roosevelt Hotel.
Housing Preservation and Development shared pertinent information regarding affordable housing lotteries through NYC Housing Connect, including eligibility requirements, application process, rental assistance/subsidy requirements, and resources for the appeals process.
Fundavenyc is a community-based organization serving asylum seekers with a focus on humanitarian aid, workforce development, affordable housing, and community building. In partnership with HPD, Fundavenyc Certified Housing Ambassadors assist New Yorkers in obtaining affordable housing by providing personalized support through application submission, appeals, and complaints process.
IDNYC shared information on IDNYC cards, which are free identification cards for New York City residents who lack government issued ID cards. IDNYC cards are beneficial when opening a bank account, interacting with the NYPD, gaining access to city buildings, and providing proof of identify for employment. IDNYC cards do not impact immigration status. Further information shared in the presentation included application and approval process, what a card may not be used for, and documentation asylum seekers may provide for approval.
NYC Service shared an opportunity to apply for two programs supporting organizational capacity by bringing on an AmeriCorps Service Member(s), for a 10-month long service term. Members are placed at organizations to serve 40-hours a week for 10 months starting September 2024 – June 2025, with a focus on meeting the needs of community-based organizations, including building volunteer programs, volunteer recruitment, and community engagement.
The Adams administration will continue to convene this group monthly to provide current state of play, share updates on active work happening in this space, continue to share and make information and resources available to you, as you engage asylum seekers and help connect them to existing services.
DEADLINES | Please review the items below with upcoming deadlines
Due 2/16/2024: AmeriCorps Member Request Applications
Apply to host AmeriCorps members with your organization. View attachments and learn about the two programs available to community organizations: NYC Civic Corps and NYCHA Health Corps.
RESOURCES | Presentations discussed at the January 25th call listed here and materials attached.
Brenda Stewart-Luke, Internal Revenue Service
Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) Overview, including:
Tax benefits, renewal information, and common delay errors
Note: ITIN is issued regardless of immigration status
Luisa Linares and Amelia Swanigan, Administration for Children’s Services
NYC Prevention Services Supporting Newly Arrived Families, including:
Service delivery from 45+ CBOs who offer over 135 family support and treatment programs
Trauma Informed Training Series
Shaheem Taylor and Ana Ramirez, Housing Preservation and Development
HPD Housing Connect Summary, including:
Affordable housing overview, where to find affordable housing lotteries, eligibility, and how to apply
Leonardo Uzcategui, Fundavenyc, Community Based Organization
Fundavenyc and Housing Ambassador Summary, including:
Affordable housing work, asylum support, organizational impact, and community partnerships
Dr. Albert Gamarra, Department of Social Services, IDNYC
IDNYC Card Overview, including:
Card uses, application process and requirements, and ID benefits
Joann Villacres, NYC Service
AmeriCorps Host Site Applications
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