Media Archive
Welcome to our media coverage and videos page!
HAITIANS BREATHE A SIGH OF RELIEF
Federal judge’s order keeps thousands of Haitians from being deported. Check out this News 12 NJ story from February 3rd which features Pastor Seth and an I-RISE staff member. Anyone who follows what’s going on in Haiti knows what a horror show that country is right now. We applaud the actions of the federal judge in D.C.
Two Articles from NJ.com Feature I-RISE
Thanks to journalist, Hannan Adely, of NJ.com for highlighting how the immigration crackdown is affecting an already ailing NJ healthcare system, as well as resettlement agencies who refuse to comply with the Administration’s Afrikaner mandate. Click here to read both articles.
Check out this video of 2025 Walk highlights created by our friends Sam Friedman and Audrey Lane. They have been making a documentary about I-RISE for the past 9 months, so stay tuned for the World Premier next year!
IN THE NEWS July 2025
The ICE raid on Alba Wine & Spirits distribution center in Edison in early July has brought a firestorm of outrage from affected families and their allies, including RCHP. Increased media attention is vital to expose the blatantly racist tactics by the Trump regime. Check out the print and video coverage of the July 16th press conference in the links posted here.
https://newjersey.news12.com/rally-held-in-support-of-25-edison-warehouse-workers-detained-by-ice
https://www.fox5ny.com/news/nj-ice-raid-immigration-advocates
If you can help in any way with the efforts of DIRE, our rapid response org, please reach out to 888-347-3767. They need attorneys, additional rapid response volunteers, and social media shares.
Interfaith-RISE: Serving Clients via Mutual Aid – It Takes a Village
Thanks to our friends, Audrey Lane and Sam Friedman, for creating this inspiring video about the work we do, the lives and hearts we touch, and how our lives and hearts have been touched by the amazing generosity of our supporters these past few tumultuous weeks.
Take a journey with I-RISE staff, volunteers, and clients as they navigate the first few weeks of the new Administration. With the help of amazingly generous donors, they are able to deal with the challenges of broken government contracts, funding cuts, and staff reductions.
NEW – LatinX Peer Support Group!
I-RISE Clientes,
Este es un video hecho por el facilitador del grupo de apoyo entre pares LatinX aquí en I-RISE. Él les da la bienvenida y los invita a unirse a otros para la primera reunión de grupo que será virtual y se programará pronto, después de que podamos ver quién está interesado. Mire el video y contáctenos con respecto a su interés, preguntas y comentarios en:
Bruno@rchp-ahc.org
¡Gracias!
I-RISE Clients,
This is a video made by the LatinX peer support group facilitator here at I-RISE. He welcomes you and invites you to join others for the first LatinX peer group meeting that will be virtual and scheduled soon, after we can see who is interested. Please watch the video and contact us regarding your interest, questions, and comments at:
Bruno@rchp-ahc.org
Thank you!
Humanitarian Parolees in Jeopardy
The revocation of Humanitarian Parole, if carried out by the Trump administration, will force our Haitian friends to return to a country that is experiencing unspeakable horrors. Pastor Seth urges supporters to call NJ Republican Congressmembers to voice their support and concern for Haitians, who, along with many other recent immigrants, have contributed greatly to our economy and to American civic society
Chris Smith 202-225-3765
Thomas Kean 202-225-5361
Jeff Van Drew 202-225-6572
Thanks to our friends, Sam Friedman, Audrey Lane, and their crew for this powerful video that speaks to the need for compassion from the Administration in Washington.
Fears that Trump mass deportations could hit nursing home staffing
‘Immigrants play a large role’ in long-term care
If you have a loved one in a nursing home in the NJ metropolitan area, you have reason to be concerned. Check out this recent story from NJ Spotlight News (Pastor Seth makes a brief appearance) about the ripple effects mass deportations will have on nursing homes, who rely heavily on our immigrant friends to care for our elderly.
N.J. nonprofit serving immigrant children cuts staff after feds delay funding
Check out this NJ.com article that features Pastora Amanda and Pastor Seth, about Accompany Now and the 50% cut in federal funding. What does this mean for the unaccompanied minor clients and the staff who no longer serve them?
Immigrants Are a Blessing – I-RISE Promo Video – January 23, 2025
There is so much that is wrong about the presentation of who refugees, humanitarian parolees and asylum seekers are. The word “illegal” is being flung around faster and more irresponsibly than ever before.
Our friends, Sam Friedman and Audrey Lane came by this week and, in about an hour, understood and communicated the story so well. Refugees and immigrants are a blessing–and their contributions have enriched NJ and our country in manifold ways. Check out this short video that we encourage you to share far and wide!
Global Grace Heath Clinic – Latest Casualty in the War on the Poor – April 1, 2025
We would be hard-pressed to find vulnerable populations who have not felt the beneficial impact, in one way or another, of the Global Grace Health clinic team in the Central Jersey area (and beyond). Check out this news coverage by News12 NJ about the latest funding cuts, spread by the Administration like an out-of-control virus.
IN THE NEWS – January 2025
Back in late January, in response to the flurry of Executive Orders coming out of Washington, Pastor Seth was busy talkin’ in up with the press. Check out these stories covered by various print and media outlets. We need to counter the negative rhetoric coming out of the Beltway and support our new neighbors in this country because life in their own country is not livable!
Trump strips churches of protected sanctuary status – NJ Spotlight News
N.J. pastors field hundreds of calls from terrified immigrants amid ICE raids – NJ.com
Government funds frozen for nonprofits helping refugees who are already here – NorthJersey.com
NJ nonprofit helping refugees struggles for funding – PIX Channel 11 NYC
Refugee Groups Say Donald Trump’s Orders Will Set Them Back Years – NOTUS
Programas de apoyo a inmigrantes siguen afectados tras congelamiento de fondos – Univision NYC