Historical Organization

National Farm Workers Association

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Racism đź“Ť United States

National Farm Workers Association

Also known as: NFWA

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Organization Timeline

The National Farm Workers Association joins the grape strike

đź“… 16 September 1965

NFWA members voted to join the strike begun by Filipino workers. Cooperation across communities strengthened pressure on growers who benefited from a divided workforce. The action connected wages,...

Farmworkers begin their pilgrimage from Delano to Sacramento

đź“… 17 March 1966

Striking farmworkers and supporters began a march to California’s capital. The pilgrimage carried the grape strike beyond the fields, drawing communities into demands for recognition and improved...