El Desvío Labor Council for Latin American Advancement
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Bienvenid@s! Brought to you by the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, El Desvío brings you news from nuestro rincón (our corner) of the labor movement. Our podcast is inspired by the many twists, turns, and detours (desvíos) on path to a more just society, and each episode invites you to dive into a stretch along that path. Join us on the journey to justicia, and learn about challenges Latino workers face on the job and how we confront them with our union compañeros.
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Nuevas Protecciones Legales Para Trabajadores Inmigrantes: La acción diferida, las visas U y T
Los trabajadores inmigrantes se ven afectados de manera desproporcionada por las violaciones de los derechos humanos en el lugar de trabajo y enfrentan mayores represalias por exponerlas. Escuche este podcast para conocer las nuevas protecciones legales que buscan proteger a los trabajadores no ciudadanos de la explotación laboral. Este podcast cuenta con la participación de un abogado de inmigración de la AFL-CIO y la directora ejecutiva de Georgia Familias Unidas. Es una valiosa fuente de información y análisis sobre los desafíos legales que enfrentan los trabajadores inmigrantes y las protecciones disponibles para ellos.
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Lessons from the 2022 Midterm Elections, as We Prepare for the Future
The 2022 midterms elections gave Americans the opportunity to reshape Congress and determine the direction of the country for years to come. So, it’s important we unpack what happened last year. In this episode, Marissa Martinez, Politico State Politics and Policy Reporter, Jesus Rubio, Georgia State Director at Mi Familia Vota, and Maria Starr, LCLAA Greater Lansing Chapter President, discuss how many Latinos voted, for whom, and what inspires them to continue en la lucha.
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The Cost of the World Cup: A Discussion on Labor Rights Now and in the Future
Every four years the world tunes in to watch the FIFA World Cup, the most widely viewed and followed sporting event in the world. While the brilliant game continues to inspire and entertain millions, the 2022 World Cup has been surrounded by controversy, taking place in a nation that lacks LGBTQ+, women’s, and labor rights.
In this episode, we discuss and learn about the labor violations that took place as Qatar prepared to host this year’s tournament and we speak to labor leaders to discuss the efforts that are taking place as preparation ramps up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. -
Tu Voto Tu Voz: The Pivotal Role Latino Voters will Play in the 2022 Midterm Elections
Latinos are one of the largest populations in the United States, but for years barriers have been put in place to make it harder for us to vote. At the same time, organizations have underestimated our political power for decades. This month we sat down with Arturo Vargas and Clarissa Martinez, two of the nation’s leading experts on Latino voting, to learn how we can mobilize our communities this November.
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Hands Off My Reproductive Rights
What does the current attack on women’s health mean for women in the labor force
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S2E2 - Beyond the Gap: The Link Between Childcare and Latina Equal Pay
Latina women are disproportionately found working low-wage jobs with inconsistent schedules that make it challenging to find affordable child care. This in turn hinders Latina mothers from continuing their education, receiving professional development training, or staying in the workforce. Join us as we discuss the childcare crisis in America and other factor that contribute to the Latina Pay Gap.
Featuring
KC Muñoz, LCLAA Trabajadora Fellow
Irasema Garza, Attorney and Co-Author of an AAUW report on the pandemic's impact on Latinas
Hosts:
Jose Vargas, Executive Director, LCLAA
Pablo Stein, Director of Communications and Policy, LCLAA