New York's status as a sanctuary city has not kept Immigration and Custom Enforcement agents out of the five boroughs. As ICE raids continue, activists are making longer term plans to provide sanctuary. One institution using their privilege to protect immigrants, is synagogues.
This story was originally featured on WBAI Evening News Friday July 26, 2019.
A map indicating houses of worship involved with the New Sanctuary Coalition.
The Sanctuary symbol hangs in the front window at Congregation Beit Simchat Torah.
The lobby of Congregation Beit Simchat Torah displays pride flags and posters sponsored by T'ruah.
Music: Scott Holmes, Together We Stand, Free Music Archive
The basement of Congregation Beit Simchat Torah which transforms into a pro se legal clinic every Wednesday night.