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International Coalition of Sites of Conscience
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Lower East Side Tenement Museum Poverty And Welfare ICOM–U.S. Celebrates Sites of Conscience Impact on Human Rights and Civic Engagement


The Lower East Side Tenement Museum tells the stories of immigrant families in New York City who toiled in sweatshops, struggled against poverty and racism, built thriving communities, and redefined American culture. Through its exhibits and post-tour dialogue program, visitors participate in discussions of such contemporary issues as immigration, labor and social welfare.

Learn more about the Lower East Side Tenement Museum. 		Poverty is a chronic lack of money, goods, or other necessities required for a minimal existence. Welfare refers to government policies intended to provide solutions to the problems of poverty, including homelessness, lack of medical care, care of the aged, etc.

Where have people faced similar issues in the past? 		May 25, 2010 -The International Council of Museums–U.S. (ICOM-U.S.) awarded its 2010 International Service Citation to the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience, recognizing the impact of Sites of Conscience in the museum field, and the Coalition’s leadership in museum-based international relations. read more