Land Stewardship and Food Wisdom Across Migration Land Stewardship and Food Wisdom Across Migration
Did you know?
Pew Research CenterDid you know that there were 10 industries in California that featured almost a quarter percent participation rate from noncitizens? These included agriculture (59%); forestry, fishing, and hunting (53%); landscaping (50%); animal production and aquaculture (48%); animal slaughtering and processing (32%); construction (27%); building services (26%); traveler accommodation (24%); restaurants and food services (24%); warehousing and storage (23%).
UC MercedDid you know that immigrants represented 6.1 million immigrants, around 1 in every 3 workers, in the state of California in 2023?
California Budget and Policy CenterAbout 40% of California’s small businesses are owned by immigrants; nearly 11% of those are owned by
undocumented immigrantsTestimonials
Members of the PVI team, and some of our friends and partners, explain what this campaign means to us.
Ways to Get Involved
There are many ways to support the Salt of the Earth Campaign and contribute to building food, land, and climate justice in the Central Valley:
Share Community Stories
Join our storytelling initiative by sharing stories about immigrant, refugee, Indigenous, and people of color knowledge of traditional farming practices, environmental care, and family recipes with deep. Submit here.
Subscribe to the Salt of the Earth Podcast
Listen to our campaign podcast here (or on the streaming platform of your choice), which features powerful, first-person stories from immigrants, refugees, farmworkers, Indigenous communities, and food entrepreneurs.
Attend Events & Exhibitions
Keep posted using the “Events” tab above and make sure to tell all your friends!
Take Action!
Sign petitions, contact your elected officials, and participate in advocacy campaigns that support farmworker rights, immigrant protections, and environmental justice in the Central Valley.
Volunteer
Contribute your time and skills to support campaign efforts, such as helping at events, translating materials, and providing technical or event support for multimedia projects. (see button below to sign up)
Amplify Our Message
Follow us on social media and share our content with your networks.
Use the hashtag #SaltOfTheEarthCV to join the conversation and help change the narratives about immigrants, refugees, and farmworkers
Donate
Contribute funds and share resources with us to support community storytellers, produce high-quality content, and expand our reach. Your supportis an act of solidarity that makes change and sustainability possible. (see button below)
Educate Others
Use our curriculum materials to share these stories in classrooms and with learners. Host screenings and discussions with our content to engage the broader community.
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