NEW YORK – The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) on Thursday night led a rally on New York State’s Capitol strongly opposing United States President-elect Donald Trump’s mass deportation agenda that includes Haitian immigrants. NYIC, an umbrella policy and advocacy organisation that represents over 200 immigrant and refugee rights groups throughout New York, was joined at the rally, by several other immigrant advocacy groups, individuals and elected officials.

“The Capital District has historically been, and will continue to be a welcoming place for immigrants. Like other upstate cities including Buffalo, Rochester and Utica, Albany has seen its economy and culture rebuilt by the contributions of immigrant and refugee neighbours,” NYIC said.  “As we enter an uncertain time around the next Presidential administration, immigrant advocates and allies will stand together in solidarity with all immigrants in our communities.” NYIC’s Capital Region Manager of Organising and Strategy, Jahaira Roldan, said that “immigrants are the backbone of our economy and culture across the state, and a vital part of our Albany community. (Jamaica-Gleaner)

Photo:  NYIC was joined at the rally by several other immigrant advocacy groups, individuals and elected officials. (CMC photo)