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Testimony by Chloe Breyer, Executive Director of Interfaith Center of New York, on Cultural Competency in Food for Diverse Religious Observances

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3 min

Chloe Breyer, Executive Director of the Interfaith Center of New York, spoke in favor of Intro 905, emphasizing the importance of culturally competent food in supporting diverse religious observances in NYC shelters. She highlighted the organization's work with immigrant faith leaders and the challenges faced by asylum seekers in accessing appropriate meals, particularly during religious observances like Ramadan.

  • Discussed the Interfaith Center's 25-year history of working with grassroots immigrant faith leaders and providing civics training
  • Highlighted issues faced by Black migrants in shelters during Ramadan, including inadequate food security and inappropriate meal delivery timing
  • Emphasized that accommodating religious practices serves the long-term cohesion and strength of New York City