Tagged: children of immigrants

Finding a balance: Raising children as an immigrant mother

Written by Ludmila Leiva Names have been changed at the interviewee’s request. For women who choose to have children, the path to motherhood is usually an exciting time. But, for many immigrant women — especially undocumented women — in the United States, motherhood can be frightening and isolating. This was the case for Ana, an undocumented woman based in New York City who, during her pregnancy seven years ago, lacked a stable support system, had a job that offered no...

Children of immigrants: Nadia Romhen on feeling connected to family and the Middle Eastern community

Written by Aneta Molenda New York City has served as the hub of the Syrian diaspora community for many decades. In the late 19th century, there was a strong and vibrant enclave known as Little Syria in Manhattan. Within a few short decades, Syrian-Americans created over 300 businesses and community organizations throughout New York City. Families who became financially stable started leaving Little Syria’s tenements and moving to Brooklyn neighborhoods, particularly around Atlantic Avenue. Similar to the fate of many...