Peace & Justice

This is the blog of the Commission on Peace and Justice for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany, New York.

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Rural & Migrant Ministry

On February 10th, Rural & Migrant Ministry joins others in calling on the Governor, the State Legislature, and State Agencies for action on critical immigrant community issues, including passage of the Farmworkers Fair Labor Practices Act, which would put an end to the shameful exclusion of farmworkers from basic labor rights and protections.

Schedule:

10:30-11:30 Breakfast and Registration
12:00-1:00 March and Rally
1:00 - 2:00 Lunch (on your own)
1:00 - 4:00 Legislative Meetings
2:00 - 3:30 Afternoon Plenary/Cultural Program

For more information, contact Jordan Wells at farmworkerjustice@gmail.com