Farmworkers as "different": a matter of difference or indifference?

Article Abstract:

Farmworkers have been described as different from other occupational groups based on various factors such as culture, race, and language. However, this difference argument is working against them in the area of health services. First, research and data on farmworkers must be collected. Assumptions about farmworkers and imprecise use of language describing farm work has led to generalizations in the absence of facts. Secondly, health care programs for occupations that are similar to farm work should be made available to farmworkers.

Health aspects, Evaluation, Medical policy, Health policy, Migrant labor, Agricultural laborers

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Fruit of justice still eludes farmworkers

Article Abstract:

The National Consultation on Migrant Farmworker Ministry, sponsored by the Catholic Migrant Farmworker Network, was held in Techny, IL, from Nov 30 to Dec 3, 1995, to address the plight of migrant farmworkers in the US. The conference highlighted the important role played by migrant workers in food production. Participants also discussed issues facing migrant farmworkers such as poor living conditions, maltreatment by employers, strained marital relationships and the role of religion in migrant workers' lives.

Social aspects, Conferences, meetings and seminars, Immigrants

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Ministry to migrant farmworkers in New York state

Article Abstract:

A statewide focus on ministry to migrant farmworkers to New York state needs to be developed to coordinate the efforts of sectors working to help this group. While primarily aiming to fill the spiritual needs of these migrant, seasonal farmworkers, a statewide focus would better deal with the issues relevant to this marginalized sector, including health care, immigration problems, disability benefits, unemployment insurance, housing, collective bargaining, among others.

Management, Religious aspects, Church work

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