We started to hold our programs remotely and we are as committed as ever to continue building a supportive community. We also invite you to stay connected online — please keep an eye on our social media and our blog for more updates In response to the situation regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-2019) and so as to ensure the health and safety of our community, we regret to inform you that we have decided to suspend all in-person programs offered...
Written by Irene Archos Carol Crawford’s “Dreamscapes,” on view at Plaxall Gallery in Long Island City, is riveting for the viewer. Upon entering the exhibit space, one is briefly disoriented by the mirror fence. Faced with one’s reflection between bars, the viewer does a double take: am I on the inside or the outside of the wall, the cage, the threshold? The exhibit starts with a disorienting experience to evoke the liminal space of ambiguity that many immigrants, refugees and...
Members of NWNY community share their plans for the date – and how it is celebrated in their native countries Written by Maria Pyaterneva There are many legends about the origins of Valentine’s Day. But we can all agree that this holiday is the most romantic day of the year. Even if you are not celebrating, it’s hard to avoid the “Love is in the air” vibe. Hearts are everywhere, and the city gets colored in shades of pink and...
A group of HR experts revealed to our community what happens behind the curtains during the process of recruitment and hiringWritten by Maria Pyaterneva On January 16, New Women New Yorkers (NWNY) hosted a panel discussion with Human Resources experts to provide an inside look at general HR and hiring practices. Abbey Longyear, NWNY’s Chief People & Culture Officer, and panel moderator, began the evening by explaining the various functions and departments that encompass Human Resources. Members of NWNY’s community were...
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