Post a Free Blog

Submit A Press Release

Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors
Filter by Categories
Action
Animation
ATP Tour (ATP)
Auto Racing
Baseball
Basketball
Boxing
Breaking News
Business
Business
Business Newsletter
Call of Duty (CALLOFDUTY)
Canadian Football League (CFL)
Car
Celebrity
Champions Tour (CHAMP)
Comedy
CONCACAF
Counter Strike Global Offensive (CSGO)
Crime
Dark Comedy
Defense of the Ancients (DOTA)
Documentary and Foreign
Drama
eSports
European Tour (EPGA)
Fashion
FIFA
FIFA Women’s World Cup (WWC)
FIFA World Cup (FIFA)
Fighting
Football
Formula 1 (F1)
Fortnite
Golf
Health
Hockey
Horror
IndyCar Series (INDY)
International Friendly (FRIENDLY)
Kids & Family
League of Legends (LOL)
LPGA
Madden
Major League Baseball (MLB)
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
MLS
Movie and Music
Movie Trailers
Music
Mystery
NASCAR Cup Series (NAS)
National Basketball Association (NBA)
National Football League (NFL)
National Hockey League (NHL)
National Women's Soccer (NWSL)
NBA Development League (NBAGL)
NBA2K
NCAA Baseball (NCAABBL)
NCAA Basketball (NCAAB)
NCAA Football (NCAAF)
NCAA Hockey (NCAAH)
Olympic Mens (OLYHKYM)
Other
Other Sports
Overwatch
PGA
Politics
Premier League (PREM)
Romance
Sci-Fi
Science
Soccer
Sports
Sports
Technology
Tennis
Thriller
Truck Series (TRUCK)
True Crime
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)
Uncategorized
US
Valorant
Western
Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Women’s NCAA Basketball (WNCAAB)
World
World Cup Qualifier (WORLDCUP)
WTA Tour (WTA)
Xfinity (XFT)
XFL
0
-- Advertisement --spot_img
HomeUSShelter Shocker: Will NYC’s drive to limit migration, asylum seekers, lead to...

Shelter Shocker: Will NYC’s drive to limit migration, asylum seekers, lead to homelessness crisis

Add to Favorite
Added to Favorite
Image by Leroy Skalstad from Pixabay

New York City is grappling with an unprecedented challenge as it confronts the arrival of thousands of migrants from across the border in just one year. The situation has placed immense pressure on the city’s resources, with approximately 50,000 migrants currently seeking shelter, forcing the Adams administration to convert hotels and open large congregate facilities.

The mega shelter in Brooklyn’s Clinton Hill neighborhood stands as a poignant symbol of this crisis. Externally, it resembles any other modern living space, but inside, it accommodates nearly a thousand migrant men, with room for hundreds more. Regrettably, the facility has already been marred by allegations of abuse, raising concerns about the welfare of those seeking refuge.

Mayor Eric Adams has been vocal about the city’s inability to cope with the staggering influx, emphasizing the need for federal assistance.

The Adams administration is even challenging New York’s right to shelter law, which traditionally provided a haven for anyone in need, irrespective of their immigration status.

Conditions within the mega shelter have drawn widespread criticism, with asylum seekers recounting dire living conditions and limited access to basic necessities. Complaints of allegedly overcrowded bathrooms, inadequate food, and mistreatment paint a distressing picture of the shelter’s atmosphere.

The dilemma extends beyond shelter and impacts employment opportunities for asylum seekers. Obtaining a work permit is a time-consuming process, often taking six months after applying for asylum, and can stretch for years. This labyrinth leaves many asylum seekers without legal means to earn a livelihood, compelling them to resort to unconventional work like scooter rentals for food delivery.

As City Hall sought the 60-day shelter limit against its right to shelter program, the Legal Aid Society contends that ending the program will lead to large numbers sleeping on the streets. As New York City wrestles with this unprecedented crisis, activists, and experts express dismay over the shift in policy.

A collaborative effort between local and federal authorities is vital to navigate the complexities of this humanitarian crisis and uphold the city’s reputation as a beacon of hope for those seeking a better life. The authorization of work permits for asylum seekers upon their arrival could alleviate their plight and reduce the burden on the city’s resources.

Celebrity WEB Update— Premier Jewelry designer and manufacturer fashion house  ParisJewelry.com  has started manufacturing a new custom line of celebrity jewelry designs with 30% Off and Free Shipping. Replenish Your Body- Refilter Your Health with  OrganicGreek.com  Vitamin Bottles, Vitamins and Herbs. Become a  WebFans  Creator and Influencer.

Subscribe to get Latest News Updates

Latest News

You may like more
more