USCIS has joined forces with the Office of the Mayor of New York City to strengthen citizenship education and awareness efforts in New York City. This partnership will remain in effect u ntil December 31, 2018.
“USCIS is proud to collaborate with Mayor de Blasio and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs in a meaningful community partnership to help permanent residents learn more about citizenship and the naturalization process,” said USCIS Director Léon Rodríguez. “The Statue of Liberty is one of our nation’s greatest symbols of welcome, while the public libraries are the city’s most welcoming resources. Now more than ever, New Yorkers can begin their journey to U.S. citizenship at their local libraries. It is fitting that we sign this agreement with the city so close to Ellis Island, and with its own rich history as a beacon for new Americans.”
New York City is home to immigrants from more than 190 countries. Since 2004, more than 1.1 million permanent residents have become U.S. citizens in the New York City metropolitan area. USCIS and the City of New York plan to:
– Provide citizenship information through the City of New York and public library websites;
– Expand community partnerships to hold naturalization information sessions throughout the City of New York;
– Offer training on the naturalization process to library staff members; and
– Raise public awareness of immigration services scams.
