Tag Archives: UFW

UFW Union Celebrates its 50th Anniversary

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Shirley Pena

All images courtesy of the United Farm Worker’s Union and the César Chávez Foundation. Copyright 2012. Dear Los Angeles Beat readers, This year, the César Chávez Foundation and the UFW have had a phenomenal year!  Celebrating the 50th anniversary of when my father began … Continue reading →

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UFW Lawsuit Accuses Cal/OSHA of Failure to Enforce Regulations Protecting Farm Workers

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Shirley Pena

Thursday, October 18: a lawsuit in California’s state court was filed against the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) for its “systematic failure” to enforce the regulation that requires farmers to provide water, shade and rest to their … Continue reading →

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“WalMarch” Comes to its Completion at LA City Hall

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Shirley Pena

All photos, except where indicated, courtesy of Elizabeth Brennan, Communications Director, Warehouse Workers United.  Copyright 2012. No reproduction or use thereof without the permission of WWU. WHAT: WalMarch Final Day: Hundreds rallied and greeted warehouse workers at the end of a … Continue reading →

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Walmart Warehouse Workers Continue Their March for Safer Work Conditions

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Shirley Pena

All photos courtesy of Elizabeth Brennan, Communications Director, Warehouse Workers United.  Copyright 2012. No reproduction or use thereof without the permission of WWU. Over bridges, hills and through the streets the Walmart warehouse workers continue their march for safer working conditions … Continue reading →

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