There are some really exciting things happening at Long Island WINS that we want to update you on!
Coming Next Week: New Report Shows the Vast Economic Contributions of Immigrants to Long Island: $10.6 Billion
On Monday, October 20th, we will be releasing a new study commissioned by The Hagedorn Foundation. The new study by The Center for Social Innovation at Adelphi University, which documents the extraordinary recent changes in Long Island’s immigrant population as a major source of growth. This new report, “Strengthening Long Island: The Economic Contributions of Immigrants to Nassau and Suffolk Counties,” is authored by Adelphi University Professor Mariano Torras and is a follow up to his original report “The Economic Impact of the Hispanic Population on Long Island, New York.” The new study reveals the robust economic and demographic impact Long Island immigrants have on production, employment, new business creation, and government revenues, and strongly suggests that immigrant contributions to Long Island’s economy are likely to continue well into the future.
For those of you who are with media or blog about immigration issues, you can find a link to our Media Advisory and details about our teleconference on Monday here:
“Island of Upportunity” Guest Blog Series
Last week we started our new blog series “Island of Opportunity” about statements read to the Suffolk Legislature at the Long Island Immigrant Alliance Lobby Day from advocates, lawyers, business leaders, union leaders and immigrants. Check out the first two installments:
Lisa Votino-Tarrant, Long Island WINS
Intern With Long Island WINS
Grassroots Democracy Internship
Long Island Wins is seeking interns to promote practical local solutions to immigration that works for everyone. Immigration is a very important and emotionally charged issue in Long Island. The immigrant community is constantly under attack, now is a critical time to get involved.
In this internship you will learn grassroots organizing skills such as how to build an activist base and construct a strong persuasive argument. In addition our work will help build your confidence, strengthen public speaking skills and introduce you to other people who are passionate about immigration. If you enjoy being outside and meeting new people this internship for you.
You will also gain valuable administrative skills and have the opportunity to exercise your writing skills.
This internship requires a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week and it is unpaid. We will happily work with students to earn class credit for their work.
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