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Fear and uncertainty plague migrants selling fruit and candy in New York’s subway


In New York City, migrant women often sell candy bars, gum, and fruits like mango and watermelon on subway platforms without a license, risking fines of $1,000 or more. NBC News spoke with Lorena, who arrived from Ecuador with her husband and 3-year-old daughter, selling fruit to support her family while awaiting asylum. Despite the risks, Lorena continued to sell without a license, as she had no other options after a difficult journey to the U.S. She shared her struggles, including hiding money in her daughter’s diapers to keep it safe. City officials reported over 47,000 migrant families with children staying in the shelter system, facing challenges with childcare. Promise NYC, a program providing free childcare for migrant children, has grown in funding to support families like Lorena’s. After hearing about the program, Lorena was able to place her daughter in a daycare, providing her some relief and hope for a better future. Algun Dia, an outreach project for migrant vendors, aims to help families find resources like Promise NYC to improve their quality of life and fulfill the American dream. The city is working to ensure families are aware of and have access to these programs to support them in their journey to a better life in the U.S.

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