View this email in your browser ([link removed])
Greetings from the Immigrant Concerns Training Institute! Check out the information below for details on upcoming trainings.

*Just Added*
Access Health Training: Maternal Health Disparities, Resources & Solutions
September 3, 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm via Zoom

In this training, we will explore disparities in maternal health outcomes, the factors contributing to these disparities, and protective factors that can support improved outcomes. We’ll review federal, state, and local data, as well as relevant policies, programs, and resources.

Participants will also learn practical strategies for helping to bridge existing gaps and advance maternal health equity. By the end of the training, participants will have a foundational understanding of what is happening, why it is happening, what is being done, and how they can be part of the solution.

This training will be led by Oriana C. Sanchez, MPH, Director of Membership at the New York Immigration Coalition.
Register Here ([link removed])

*Just Added*
Access Health Training: Understanding Sickle Cell Disease & Health Equity
September 17, 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm via Zoom

September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month!
In this training, we will explore the basics of sickle cell disease (SCD), its prevalence, and the stigma that individuals living with SCD may experience when seeking medical care. We’ll discuss what SCD is, the intersection of race and SCD, and available resources and support. Participants will leave with a foundational understanding of SCD, who is most likely to be affected, the challenges individuals with SCD may face when accessing care, and how to connect with organizations serving this population.

This training will be led by Oriana C. Sanchez, MPH, Director of Membership at the New York Immigration Coalition. on.
Register Here ([link removed])

Asylum Protections for African Survivors of Gender Violence
September 17, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm via Zoom

This virtual training equips legal service providers to assist African clients with humanitarian relief claims related to gender-based violence (GBV) and/or female genital cutting (FGC). It covers relevant African cultural contexts, intersecting identities or conditions, common experiences throughout the immigration process, and tools to recognize and combat discrimination while meeting clients’ needs.

Registration closes September 14 at 5:00pm.
Register Here ([link removed])

DOJ Recognition and Accreditation
September 29, 2026
11:00 am - 1:00 pm via Zoom

This virtual training will detail recognition and accreditation, the Department of Justice (DOJ) certification that allows non-attorney staff and volunteers with non-profit agencies to provide immigration legal services and represent clients before agencies of DHS. We will discuss the requirements and process for submitting both new and renewal applications for DOJ recognition for non-profit organizations and DOJ accreditation for the organization’s staff.

Registration closes September 28 at 9:00am.
Register Here ([link removed])

*Just Added*
NYIC & M&T Bank Present: Understanding Banking & Financial Services | Train-the-Trainer Series for Immigrant Service Providers

Part One: Banking Basics

September 30, 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm via Zoom

The New York Immigration Coalition and M&T Bank are excited to launch a new Training of the Trainers series introducing participants to facilitator-ready curricula on key banking topics.

The series aims to support immigrant-serving organizations in helping their communities better understand and navigate the U.S. banking system. Participants will be guided through each curriculum, gaining the knowledge and tools to confidently deliver and adapt the materials to meet the needs of their audiences.

In the first session, Banking Basics, you’ll build your understanding of foundational banking concepts and learn how to train others on the essentials of the U.S. banking system. We’ll cover key banking concepts, documentation requirements, common barriers to accessing financial services, and considerations for immigrants who may be new to the U.S. financial system.

This training will be led by M&T Bank
Register Here ([link removed])

Basics of Bond Practice at Immigration Court
October 1, 2026
10:00 am - 11:30 am via Zoom

This training will focus on describing the basic principles of bond requests with Immigration Court ranging from mandatory detentions to new arguments DHS is making against bonds to helpful evidence to how to best present your bond in Court. We will walk through case patterns, discuss issue spotting and identify evidence gathering to build a persuasive bond argument. This training presumes a basic understanding of immigration law.

Registration closes September 28 at 5:00pm.
Register Here ([link removed])

*Just Added*
Navigating the NYC School System: A Guide for Immigrant Families Part 2
October 1, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm via Zoom

With thousands of schools to choose from, the New York City education system can be overwhelming, especially for immigrants and families newly arrived in the city. Join InsideSchools for a two-part training where we will pull back the curtain and explore everything you need to know to help families make informed decisions about their children’s education — from how to find the right school to how parents can become involved in their child’s school.

Part Two, we will review the process to apply to 3K, Pre-K, Kindergarten, Middle School, High School, and Summer Rising. We will walk through a demonstration of the school admissions process and answer your questions.

The training will be led by Natasha Quiroga, Director of Education Policy and InsideSchools at InsideSchools
Register Here ([link removed])

*Just Added*
CityFHEPS Program Overview and Renewal Application Webinar
October 6, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm via Zoom

This webinar provides an overview of the CityFHEPS program and will simulate a mock renewal completion on ACCESS HRA. Participants will have general familiarity with the CITYFHEPS program and the renewal process. This training is specific to the CityFHEPS renewal process and will not cover details of eligibility criteria or the initial application process.

Training will be led by NYC DSS Office of Community Outreach


Register Here ([link removed])

Basics of Inadmissibility & Deportability: A Two-Part Series
October 6, 2026

Part 1: 10:00AM - 12:00PM EST

Part 2: 2:00PM - 3:30PM EST

via Zoom

This training will provide an introduction to grounds of inadmissibility and deportability in immigration cases. We will cover concepts of inadmissibility and deportability, and who is subject to which, common grounds of inadmissibility, and common grounds of deportability

Registration closes October 1 at 5:00pm.
Register Here ([link removed])

*Just Added*
NYIC & M&T Bank Present: Understanding Banking & Financial Services | Train-the-Trainer Series for Immigrant Service Providers

Part Two: Fundamentals of Budgeting

October 7, 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm via Zoom

The New York Immigration Coalition and M&T Bank are excited to launch a new Training of the Trainers series introducing participants to facilitator-ready curricula on key banking topics.

The series aims to support immigrant-serving organizations in helping their communities better understand and navigate the U.S. banking system. Participants will be guided through each curriculum, gaining the knowledge and tools to confidently deliver and adapt the materials to meet the needs of their audiences.

In the second session, Fundamentals of Budgeting, participants will learn how to teach practical budgeting strategies while considering the unique financial experiences of immigrant communities. Participants will explore managing expenses in a new country, navigating different financial priorities, and connecting with financial resources.

This training will be led by M&T Bank


Register Here ([link removed])
Help shape future NYIC trainings! Click here to take our training preferences survey. ([link removed])
[link removed] Forward to a Friend ([link removed])

============================================================
** Website ([link removed])
** New York Immigration Coalition ([link removed])

131 West 33rd Street, Suite 610
New York, NY 10001

Want to change how you receive these emails?
You can ** update your preferences ([link removed])
or ** unsubscribe from this list ([link removed])
.