La Colmena NYC

? Save the Date! ? La Colmena's 4th Annual Gala Night is almost here! ?? Join us for an unforgettable evening of entertainment and celebration. ??? Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025 ?? Location: Hilton Garden Inn- Staten Island Stay tuned for more details – you won't want to miss this!

Exciting News, Port Richmond! ?? The votes are in, and we have a winner for the mural design! A huge thank you to everyone who participated and shared their voices. Get ready to see this amazing piece of art come to life in our community soon! Stay tuned for mural reveal details! The winner: JM Custom Art Studio

Thank you all for attending today’s panel, "Women Leaders: Empowering Immigrant Workers and New Arrivals to Thrive in 2025 and Beyond,” sponsored by Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes We were honored to partner w/ such dynamic women leaders from The New York Immigration Coalition Mixteca & Afrikana for this discussion. We look forward to continuing our work together as we create lasting impact in the years to come!

Something powerful is happening on Staten Island. Last week, we launched the “Welcoming Staten Island Initiative.” This initiative serves as a powerful reminder that our immigrant communities are not alone on Staten Island. Through this initiative, businesses, churches, organizations and schools came together because we recognize that immigration impacts us all, in one way or another. Our goal is to spread this movement beyond the North Shore, reaching the South Shore and every corner of Staten Island. We want to send a clear message to immigrant families—whether it’s to the mothers, fathers, or children— that they have an entire community standing w/ them. TY to the community members, businesses, churches, schools, nonprofits AM Mitaynes and Tatiana Arguello for joining us. ?? If you’re are an organization, ally or participant and would like to join our initiative, contact us via email: [email protected] or direct message us.

Yesterday we joined New York City Council The New York Immigration Coalition Mixteca New Immigrant Community Empowerment (NICE) African Communities Together for the Launch of the Language Access Bank and New Funding to Support New Yorkers in Response to New Federal Administration. WE ARE READY TO FIGHT FOR OUR COMMUNITIES???.

?? Dear participants and allies, Yesterday was a challenging day for Staten Island’s immigrant community. Many may feel that the hard-fought progress we’ve made together has been set back. But let us be clear, YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Our commitment remains steadfast. We stand strong in our mission to empower immigrant workers through education, culture, organizing, and economic development. We refuse to be reactive—we will be proactive. Together we are launching the Welcoming Staten Island Initiative, to create an emergency response network with key community, stakeholders and providers to stand with the immigrant community of Staten Island. Staten Island will rise to be the welcoming borough it is destined to be—a place where every immigrant feels at home. We will not go back into the shadows. We are ready! ? ?? If you’re are an organization, ally or participant and would like to join our initiative, contact us via email: [email protected] or direct message us to get more information on our first meeting.

What an unforgettable day at our 2025 Women Empowerment Conference: Strength in Our Hands, Rise Together. From the empowering words of Vilda Vera Mayuga, commissioner of the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection to our dynamic panelists, impactful breakout sessions, and heartfelt moments celebrating women – this event was nothing short of extraordinary. We are deeply thankful to everyone who joined us for a day of empowerment, inspiration, and meaningful connections. Let’s keep the momentum going! Share your favorite moments by tagging us and using #SIWomensCon. Mixteca National Domestic Workers Alliance The New York Immigration Coalition El Centro del Inmigrante Make the Road New York Adhikaar for Human Rights and Social Justice

?? Thank you to everyone supporting our journey! There’s still time to vote for La Colmena! Your vote helps us secure $75K to create accessible, affordable, and sustainable fresh food options while fostering community engagement and education about healthy eating. Here's how: 1. Register to vote here through January 10: bit.ly/FIC-NY 2. Vote for the project: ID #288 3. Share with your networks to make this a reality!

?? Big News! La Colmena has been nominated for a $75K grant! We’re excited about this opportunity to promote sustainable agriculture but we can’t do it without YOU! ??? Voting is January 4th - 10th. ?? Register to vote and rank us #1: bit.ly/FIC-NY ? Vote for our project: ID #288 Every vote counts toward creating a sustainable, equitable future. Tag your friends and let’s FLOURISH together! ??

Our Women's Empowerment Conference is just 1?? week away! ? This is your opportunity to connect, grow and be inspired! Don't miss our special panelist, workshops and networking opportunities that will leave you empowered and ready to take on the world. ?? Register now and secure your place at the event of the year! You deserve it! ????: ?? bit.ly/SIWomensCon2025