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AGENCY TESTIMONY

Introduction and acknowledgment of previous panel

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Molly Schaeffer, Director of the NYC Mayor's Office of Asylum Seeker Operations, opens her testimony by acknowledging the previous panel and introducing her colleagues from various city agencies.

Expresses gratitude for the bravery of the previous panel
Assures that concerns, especially regarding racism and discrimination, are taken seriously
Introduces key agency partners present for the testimony

Molly Schaeffer

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Good morning.

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Before I begin, I just want to thank the panel that went before us for their bravery in coming forward.

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We take all concerns incredibly seriously.

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Racism and discrimination is not tolerated in our shelters, and we are happy and we have staff here to follow-up while the with the individuals after the hearing to address some of their concerns.

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But good morning, chair Avilas, chair Ayala, and members of the general welfare and immigration committees.

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My name is Molly Schaffer, director of the New York City mayor's office of asylum seeker operations.

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I am before you today to discuss

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