We recommend all employers prepare a detailed response plan for an ICE visit to minimize risk: Employers should work closely with an immigration attorney to prepare a detailed response plan in the event of a visit or raid by ICE. As detailed in this link, employers should designate an individual (such as general counsel, site…
read moreThe First Amendment protects your right to take photos and videos of law enforcement officers performing their duties in public. This applies to ICE agents, police, FBI, National Guard troops, and any other government officials. If you're not under arrest, a law enforcement officer needs a warrant to confiscate your device or to view its…
read moreEligibility: Community-led organizations, community-based organizations, Tribal Nations, and other leaders that are: Actively engaged in a community coalition and/or partnerships to advance good food purchasing practices and policies with institutions in the community Actively engaged in the food chain with values aligned with the Fund and Committed to transforming the food system by: Working together…
read moreAdelante Mujeres is a Latine women empowerment organization through education, leadership access, and business opportunities. Advancing cultural, economic, and health equity for the local Latinx growing community with a positive impact on our land and climate. The Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Program teaches closed-loop growing and other best farming practices to new and beginning Latine…
read more"Partners in Diversity (PiD) works with employers to address critical needs for achieving and empowering a workforce that reflects the rapidly changing demographics of the Pacific Northwest. We accomplish these goals through educational programs, a career center and resources for CEOs, human resources professionals and diversity influencers. PiD also helps recently relocated professionals of color…
read moreThis document from the Oregon Bureau of Labor & Industries details the laws surrounding agricultural work, mandates for overtime pay, and minimum wage. This helpful document can help workers understand their rights and ensure they're being compensated for their hard work, and outline for employers their responsibilities in ensuring wage compensation is lawful and fair.
read more"Lara Media Services (LMS) is a Latina-founded organization that promotes and designs effective facilitation, communication, and engagement strategies for organizations aiming to build an antiracist culture that authentically connects with the hearts and minds of BIPOC and other underserved groups. For 20+ years, LMS has listened to and amplified the voices and needs of the…
read moreThis toolkit can be helpful to all those running a public market of any size, regardless of whether it's a traditional farmers market. The intent of this toolkit is to take action against systemic racism and make markets a safe space for all! "The toolkit uses a framework of four categories to organize the work:…
read moreThis 1-pager details ways in which policymakers can use the Congressional Action Plan for a Clean Energy Economy to support tribal agriculture as a means of climate change solutions. Tribal priorities for Congress to consider are detailed clear and concise and help give guidelines for future policymaking that ensure Tribal needs are at the forefront.…
read moreThe Black Food Sovereignty Coalition (BFSC) serves as a collaboration hub for Black and Brown communities to confront the systemic barriers that make food, place and economic opportunities inaccessible to us. BFSC is focused on meeting these barriers with creative, innovative, and sustainable solutions. Built on a decade of work of founding members of the…
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