Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW)

The Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW) is a group of predominantly Latino and Haitian farmworkers in Florida who advocate for fair labor practices. Founded in the 1990s, they work to improve wages and working conditions in the agricultural industry, particularly in tomato farming. CIW promotes the "Fair Food Program," which partners with food retailers and growers to ensure that workers receive fair pay and humane treatment. Their efforts highlight issues of labor rights, social justice, and the importance of ethical food sourcing, aiming to bring awareness to the challenges faced by farmworkers in the United States.