Get to know Levante's newest student: Arely P. When asked who/what Halloween costume they identify most with, Arely answered: Julian, he’s a soccer player, gives it his all, has talent and... [Read more]
My father is a trucker, he is the most hardworking man I know.
I am a first-generation Latino. I am currently a senior at Sampson Early College High School. I come from a very hard-working family. My father is a trucker, he is... [Read more]
I am excited to gain advocacy skills that I could use in my healthcare career.
My name is Nestor Tellez, and I was raised in Mexico’s state of Guerrero. I experienced Mexico’s traditions firsthand. Specifically related to Chilapa de Álvarez, the town I grew up... [Read more]
I can't wait to apply my communication skills and my background to create positive change
Hola! It’s Genesis Ramirez and now I am currently a senior at North Carolina State University pursuing a degree in communication with a concentration in public relations and a minor... [Read more]
Outreach is a vital part of expanding healthcare access to farmworkers, but this requires lots of people and dedication
Throughout my internship this summer, I have learned so much about the barriers faced by farmworkers to access healthcare here in the U.S., such as lack of transportation, linguistic and... [Read more]
I have been able to see firsthand all of the issues that my parents talked about
The biggest issue that was revealed to me during my participation with Student Action with Farmworkers includes being exposed to issues that have remained the same for over ten years.... [Read more]
This summer has solidified my passion for advocating on behalf of migrant workers
The agricultural industry often portrays itself as self-made, pristine, and essential for feeding the world. However, hidden beneath this facade lies the truth: farmworkers play a huge, essential part of the... [Read more]
I feel like there should be more support to find better housing for farm worker families.
Unfortunately farm work is not valued enough in this country; in South Carolina I saw how many migrant farmworkers had bad living conditions. What I mean by bad living conditions... [Read more]
Into the Fields means not only an opportunity but also a big challenge for me
Into the Fields means not only an opportunity but also a big challenge for me. I am an engineering student who comes from a rural small town called Jonacapa in... [Read more]
They are people whose rights shouldn't be taken away, and I want to fight for that.
My name is Samantha Ponce and I am originally from Zion, Illinois. I was born and raised in the United States but my parents are from Mexico (my mom is... [Read more]
I cannot wait to learn about the ways to organize different partners
Hi! My name is Hasti Sadri and I grew up in Winston-Salem, North Carolina after my parents and I immigrated from Iran to North Carolina. I am currently studying Political... [Read more]
I am doing this internship to get more exposure in helping my community
Hi everyone! My name is Kenly Montes. I am a Latina born from immigrant parents. My dad was born and raised in Zacatecas and my mom in Guerrero. Two small... [Read more]