Amid fears of a heightened immigration crackdown, New York City is witnessing a surge in "know-your-rights" sessions aimed at empowering undocumented immigrants. The sessions, which educate attendees on how to interact with federal immigration enforcement officers, have seen a significant increase in demand since Donald Trump's second inauguration.
Pedro Torres, head English instructor at Fifth Avenue Committee, explained to the Gothamist that his initiative to offer these workshops for students was born out of the uncertainty immigrants felt when Trump first took office. In preparation for the potential crackdown, Torres and other local organizations have expanded their community outreach to ensure immigrants are equipped with the necessary legal knowledge.
