New York will allocate $ 2 mln from the city budget to help Ukrainian citizens living in the city, including refugees fleeing the war. This was stated by Mayor Eric Adam, Ukrinform reports. These funds will go to legal support, translation services, social issues.
"New York is home to America's largest Ukrainian community, and we stand in solidarity with all those affected, both here and abroad. We are a city of immigrants and are ready to give any necessary support to newcomers with open arms, "Adams said.
All costs will be coordinated by city agencies and Ukrainian NGOs, said Anne Williams-Isa, deputy mayor for health and social services.
"The Ukrainian community has long been a bright part of New York, and we are ready to support our Ukrainian brothers and sisters in this difficult time and will be happy to welcome everyone to New York," she said.
Earlier, the United States announced the allocation of $ 1 bln in humanitarian aid to victims of russia's war against Ukraine. The funds will be spent on food, housing, clean water, medicine, and other assistance.
The United States will also take in up to 100,000 refugees fleeing hostilities in Ukraine as the humanitarian crisis over russia's attack escalates.
Citizens of Ukraine who were in the United States as of April 11 can apply for the status of temporarily protected persons for a period of 18 months, which gives the right to reside in the United States and work during this period.