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CANCELLED /POSTPONED Sunday Series Program - Washington County Migrant Farm Workers

  • Kol Shalom Center 1509 SW Sunset Blvd Portland United States (map)

Parker Berger, Operations Manager for The Western Farm Workers Association (WFWA), will speak about the needs of migrants and other low wage workers, the services and benefits provided by his agency, and the local and global implications of climate change on poverty. He will be joined in his presentation by a seasonal worker member of the association. Through their 11 point self-help benefit program, WFWA provides legal assistance, medical and dental care, food, clothing, school supplies and other survival benefits to its members. It works to unite, advocate and organize against the policies that keep people poor and destroy our environment.

Come hear about the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals adopted in 2015 by all 193 members of the UN (including the USA) to ensure that all people can live in dignity and equality in a healthy environment. This event is free, guests are welcome.