United Farm Workers

The United Farm Workers (UFW) is a labor union in the United States that advocates for the rights and better working conditions of agricultural laborers, particularly those involved in the farming and harvesting of crops. Founded in 1962 by leaders like César Chávez and Dolores Huerta, the UFW aims to secure fair wages, improve working conditions, and promote social justice for farmworkers, many of whom are immigrants. The union is known for organizing strikes and boycotts, raising awareness about workers' struggles, and creating a stronger collective voice for labor rights in agriculture.