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Fairness for Farm Workers Act

On June 25, the 80th anniversary of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Sen. Kamala Harris (CA) and Rep. Raúl Grijalva (AZ) introduced the “Fairne... Read More »

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Boycott Reynolds American VUSE Growing

We are pleased to report that the Farm Labor Organizing Committee's (FLOC) boycott of Reynolds American VUSE e-cigarette and the pickets at convenienc... Read More »

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NFWM Supports UFW Salinas Worker Center

Central Coast Farm Worker Center Grand Opening Sam Trickey & UFW President Arturo R... Read More »

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Reflections on CIW’s Freedom Fast 2018

The Power of Commitment Reflections on CIW’s Freedom Fast 2018 By NFWM Executive Director Julie Taylor A year ago, I joined the Coalition of Im... Read More »

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May 2018 YAYA Immersion Trip to North Carolina

By Tareek Leonard The idea that solidarity between black and brown folks is a myth is commonly put forth by people. Both black and brown folks come f... Read More »

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NFWM Endorses FLOC’s Boycott of Reynolds American VUSE

On January 27, 2018, the NFWM Board of Directors voted to endorse the Farm Labor Organizing Committee’s (FLOC) boycott of Reynolds American VUSE e-c... Read More »

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OCIC Spring Newsletter & Annual UFW Fundraiser

Orange County Interfaith Committee To Aid Farm Workers (OCIC) annual spring fundraiser for the United Farm Workers of America will be held Sunday, Apr... Read More »

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NFWM Supports Harvest Without Violence

At the January 2018 meeting, the NFWM board adopted a statement of support for the Coalition of Immokalee Workers’ (CIW) Harvest without Violence. ... Read More »

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Give Thanks to Farm Workers for our Food

To sustain us this Thanksgiving - A message from NFWM Executive Director Julie Taylor So much is attached to this holiday - commercials, traditions, e... Read More »

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FLOC Sues North Carolina to Protect Farm Worker Rights

FLOC Vice-President Justin Flores announce filing of the lawsuit at a press conference o... Read More »

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