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CMS Migration Update is a weekly digest of news and other information related to national and international migration. It is designed to educate faith leaders regarding vulnerable immigrant populations, developments in the immigration field, pastoral resources and the religious touchstones of diverse faith traditions on migrants and newcomers. It should not be relied upon to provide advice or counsel in immigration cases. The publication is provided by the Center for Migration Studies of New York (CMS), an educational institute/think-tank devoted to the study of international migration, to the promotion of understanding between immigrants and receiving communities, and to public policies that safeguard the dignity and rights of migrants, refugees and newcomers. CMS is a member of the Scalabrini International Migration Network, an international network of shelters, welcoming centers, and other ministries for migrants.
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Rachel Reyes
Communications Coordinator
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Dear Colleague:
It gives me great pleasure to introduce the inaugural edition of CMS Migration Update. This weekly online publication is designed to educate pastors and other faith leaders regarding vulnerable immigrant populations, developments and events in the immigration field, pastoral resources, Catholic teaching, and the statements of diverse faith traditions on migrants and newcomers. Although CMS Migration Update will feature occasional updates on immigration law and policy, it should not be relied upon to provide advice or counsel in immigration cases.
CMS Migration Update is a publication of the Center for Migration Studies of New York (CMS): http://cmsny.org/. CMS is an educational institute/think-tank devoted to the study of international migration, to the promotion of understanding between immigrants and receiving communities, and to public policies that safeguard the dignity and rights of migrants, refugees and newcomers. CMS is a member of the Scalabrini International Migration Network (SIMN), an international network of migrant shelters, welcoming centers, and other programs and ministries for migrants. CMS publishes journals, books, and substantive blogs; sponsors conferences, meetings, symposia, and dialogues; produces evidence-based, policy-relevant research; and maintains extensive archives on the history of immigration in the United States. For present purposes, CMS also provides expert support to Catholic institutions and leaders on all levels. CMS Migration Update will provide timely updates on immigration issues, particularly as faith-based institutions mobilize in support of legalization and work to promote the long-term integration of immigrants and their children, who now constitute roughly 25 percent of U.S. residents.
We hope you enjoy this free publication. We would encourage you to spread the word on its availability. To sign up to receive CMS Migration Update, simply complete the form at http://eepurl.com/AVIsT.
With every best wish,
Donald Kerwin, Executive Director
Center for Migration Studies of New York
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