Panel Discussion: Immigration in the Arts
Wednesday, November 20th , 2019 | 6-8 PM
Newark Public Library, Centennial Hall | 5 Washington Street, Newark NJ
Immigrants have always been the lifeblood of New Jersey. They’ve expanded our labor force, enriched our culture, seasoned our food, and breathed new life into the arts. Join us for a moderated discussion about the effects of new immigration legislation on the immigrant art community in the state. Updates on DACA and immigrant rights will be discussed as well. Panelists: Nedia Morsy of Make the Road NJ; Daniela C. Vélez of UndocuJersey; immigration attorney, Carmen Carrillo, Esq; multidisciplinary artist Maria de Los Angeles; and immigrant Latinx artist, Layqa Nuna Yuwar.