Check out our first video in our 3-part series highlighting FHDC founders and key activists Nargess Shadbeh, Ramon Ramirez, and Larry Kleinman as they reflect on how the liberation movement for farmworkers 3 decades ago still impacts our work today
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FHDC seeks Housing Development Intern
In support from the California Coalition of Rural Housing, FHDC seeks to improve equity in the housing development field by hiring and training an Housing Development Intern
Lobby Advocacy Preparation
Promotores and prospective resident leaders recieved training for the Housing & Opportunity lobby day in Salem later this month
Promotores Reflections: Josefina
“When I look in the mirror, I see a reflection of myself –“I am like this, I am as I am – I can do many things and I can fulfill my goals.”” –Josefina
Promotores Reflections: Florinda
“Seeing myself in the mirror I see a person who must give everything, both to my family and the surrounding community” –Florinda H.
Holiday Celebrations Continue
FHDC residents come together to celebrate Día de Reyes, Kings Day
Reflecting on Being a Promotora: Minerva
“I am a Promotora to fight for human rights and so that we must all have equality and housing. Soy Promotora para pelear para los derechos humanos y que todos debemos tener igualdad y vivienda.”
Promotores Reflect on Their Year: Martha
“When seeing myself in the mirror I see a woman who wants to be remembered for her good deeds, a woman who is willing to make sacrifices for those she loves, a brave woman who likes challenges, who likes to be better every day than the former– and most importantly– a woman with respect and love for herself.” –Martha P.