California’s economy
depends on immigrant
labor- immigrants are vital to
our state’s key
industries such as
agriculture, construction
and service.
In 2001, the Working
Immigrant Safety and
Health Coalition (WISH) was formed to
specifically address the health and safety
of immigrant workers. This coalition
sought to:
- Develop strategies and policy
recommendations to improve working
conditions and reduce work-related
injuries and illnesses among California’s
immigrant workforce.
- Develop a network of organizations that
are providing training and support around
health and safety issues. The network will serve to share strategies build skills, and
develop and exchange materials and
other information.
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