In January, California will be seeing an increase in minimum wage that will benefit many of its residents. In this issue of La Voz, we will break down what this change means for you, why it is a positive step, and remind you of your rights as farm workers of California.
As the holiday season approaches, we want to take a moment to celebrate the hardworking farmworkers that play a vital role in our community.
Pesticides are chemicals used on crops to deter and eliminate pests that can damage or kill crops. Pesticides can be very harmful to humans.
Because of recent months of heat
and climatic intensity, it is essential to prepare for more than just high temperatures.
California is currently in the middle of wildfire season—a time when our state has historical seen seasonal occur in California between the months of May and October.
California is now sending $95 million in relief funds to undocumented agricultural workers who experienced hardships and damages during the recent winter and spring storms.
June marks the start of summer, and with summer comes warmer temperatures and a greater risk for heat illness – espcially among farmworkers who spend long hours working outside.
California’s Employment Development Department partners with other state agencies and community organization to help farmworkers and agriculture employees find job opportunites and more.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month: a time to raise awareness and spark conversation around the issue of sexual assault, which remains common and widespread in today’s society.
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La Cooperativa Campesina de California: Helping Farmworkers for over 50 years.