Pakistani-American woman mayor makes history
Fauzia Janjua, a Pakistani-American, has made history by becoming the first Muslim and South Asian woman to serve as the mayor of Mount Laurel in New Jersey.
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Governor Murphy Signs Joint Resolution Designating Lunar New Year in New Jersey
Governor Phil Murphy today signed a joint resolution AJR201/SJR111, designating the first new moon of the first month of the lunar calendar as Lunar New Year in New Jersey. The date of Lunar New Year changes in concurrence with the cycles of the moon. The holiday has been recognized and celebrated internationally for thousands of … Read more
A Message from President Biden on Korean American Day
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration joins you in honoring the extraordinary contributions of generations of Korean immigrants and Korean Americans. President Joe Biden issued a message to all those celebrating Korean American Day.
Apply for the 2024-2024 Spectrum Scholars Program
Spectrum Scholars is an educational program for eligible rising college juniors with financial need. The annual program awards college students $20,000 each, half during their junior year and half during their senior year. In addition, students are paired with a Charter mentor and have the opportunity for a paid internship with the company. Deadline: March … Read more
Filmmakers/Activists Open Letter to Independent Lens about “Beyond Utopia”
The following letter was sent to Lois Vossen, Executive Producer at Independent Lens, regarding the documentary Beyond Utopia, on January 7, 2024.
Job Op – Community Liaison (Manhattan Borough President)
The Community Liaison would serve as one of the Borough President’s primary representatives to several community boards and maintain relationships with stakeholders across several community districts.