Slowed by time, ‘Tita Nelly’ inspires others to fight for South Bay’s Filipino workers
Even in ailing health, Nelly Gonzales is a mainstay of the Pilipino Association for Workers and Immigrants, serving as a role model for younger activists.
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Serving Justice – new food label certifies workers’ rights on U.S. farms
A Food Justice label will be hitting markets soon, catering to shoppers who are both environmentally and socially conscious. Two Pescadero farms will be the first to carry it in California—but will the label catch on?
‘The Help’ Today — Bay Area domestic workers advocate for fair labor practices (VIDEO)
The appearance and of today’s typical domestic worker has changed since the 1960s era of “The Help,” but working conditions for those who clean and care for children and the elderly can still be difficult.