NYLESA – a UN-personnel spouse and partner community that supports its members to better integrate into life in New York
WHO WE ARE
NYLESA is a strong community managed and functioned by volunteers
BRIEF HISTORY
The association was founded by UN spouses in May 2011 under the global UN Dual Career & Staff Mobility Programme
“It has also been a privilege to witness NYLESA members helping each other through the toughest of experiences. In addition to the obvious and significant challenges associated with settling into a new duty station, there have been more extreme experiences including Hurricane Sandy, bereavements, illnesses, marriage breakdowns, accidents and various other trials that have befallen us.”
BENEFITS & OPPORTUNITIES
Settle into Life in NYC
- Get insights about living in the NYC area (housing, schools, healthcare etc.)
- Make friends and build a support network
- Join our marketplace for goods and apartment listings
- Take advantage of arts and cultural events in NYC
Get Career and Employment Support
- Gain valuable information and tips about working in the US including work permit and income tax
- Participate in our career and professional development workshops and seminars
- Improve employability skills
- Share your CV to the NYLESA Roster
Continue your Personal Development
- Socialize at our NYLESA coffee and cocktail gatherings
- Benefit from NYLESA coaching sessions
- Improve language skills at nine language tables & access UN language courses
Promote your Business
- Advertise your business or create partnerships with other members
- Access exclusive services, perks and discounts offered to NYLESA members
- Share your talents and skills by offering a workshop to our members