AAIRE

Thank you for your continued commitment to creating a more inclusive Nassau County educational environment. Our upcoming training on Bridging Language Gaps is sold out. We encourage interested P-12 teachers, administrators, school personnel, and instructional staff to register for our other upcoming trainings below:

Deconstructing Anti-Asian Hate and Islamophobia in the Classroom — In-person
Date & Time: Thursday, November 5, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
(https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=10056&I=5339714)

Exploring the Impact of Asian Cultures on Students Navigating Schools — Virtual
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. via Zoom
(https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=10056&I=5339750)

Bridging Language Gaps: Immigration and Student Success — In-person
Date & Time: Thursday, January 21, 2027, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=10056&I=5339778)

🌿 Healing Circles: A Space for Connection & Well-Being

Community leaders, organizers, and advocates pour so much into their communities. This Healing Circle offers an opportunity to pause, reflect, connect, and prioritize your own well-being.

Join AAIRE for an evening focused on navigating stress and burnout, facilitated by Dr. Sadia Chaudhury!

Protect your mental health from burnout. 🧠🌿

At AAIRE, we believe strong communities start with caring for ourselves. Stay tuned for our upcoming mental health workshops and wellness programs!

🚨 Public Charge Rule Changes September 18, 2026

What does “public charge” mean, and does it apply to you? Swipe through to learn what’s changing, who may be affected, and which benefits are considered.

Share this information with your community and help spread awareness!

Stay informed. Don’t rely on rumors or misinformation. For questions about your individual situation, seek trusted, qualified legal support.

A huge thank you to Amaan Masalawala for serving as our Internship Program Head and for doing such an incredible job! Your enthusiasm and commitment made a real difference, and we’re truly grateful for all the time and effort you put into making the internship program a success.

It has been wonderful having him as part of the team, and we’ll definitely miss his energy and contributions.

Now, he’s off to Vietnam to start his career in education, and we wish him all the very best for this exciting new chapter.

Good luck, Amaan! 🇻🇳

AAIRE hosted an interactive workshop for high school and college students exploring how narratives, misinformation, and bias shape our communities. Everyone enjoyed the conversation, bubble tea, and AAIRE giveaways!

Today we are giving special congratulations to two of our AAIRE Summer 2026 Interns, Hafsa and Elizabeth, for their exceptional attendance record throughout our program this summer! 👏

Additionally, kudos to Elizabeth, who achieved perfect attendance across every meeting, workshop, and AAIRE event this summer—way to go Liz! 🌟”

🎒 Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway! 📚

Join Deputy Speaker Phil Ramos on Saturday, August 22 at Roberto Clemente Park in Brentwood for FREE backpacks, a free concert & community fun!

🎒 Child must be present
⏰ Line-up 3:30 PM | Distribution 4:00 PM

We need your help! Share this post with a teacher, administrator, superintendent, or school board member. Encourage them to register today!

Long Island’s students are increasingly diverse, and educators need the tools to ensure every student and family feels understood, welcomed, and supported.

A Hofstra University Center for Suburban Studies study found that students of color represented nearly 45% of Long Island’s public-school enrollment, while only 8% of teachers were people of color. On October 19, AAIRE will lead a professional development training at Nassau BOCES, equipping educators with practical strategies to support immigrant students and families navigating language barriers and immigration-related fears. Participating educators will receive CTLE credit.

Monday, October 19, 2026
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Nassau BOCES, 1 Merrick Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590

Register here:
https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=10056&I=5339730

Healing Circles for Community Leaders

If you’re a community leader, organizer, or advocate, you spend so much time supporting others. This space is for you.

Join us for a culturally responsive Healing Circle! Together, we’ll build community, address burnout, and learn practical tools for lasting well-being.