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US Latinx Activism and Protests: From the Farm to the (Legislative) Table Art produced during the Chicanx Movement Abstract: In the midst of change, The Chicanx Movement was a monumental time for Mexican Americans in the United States during the late 1960s. The movement addressed the social, economic, and political inequalities experienced by Mexican Americans across the nation. Aimed to celebrate and acknowledge cultural pride and identity, the movement also sought to reclaim and celebrate Mexican and Mexican American history, art, and culture. The Chicanx Movement played a significant role in shaping the Latino identity and influencing subsequent social justice movements, and the artwork produced during this time allowed for many to voice their opinions on the political and social climate of the U.S during the time. LA Demonstrations During the Chicano Movement Abstract: The Chicano Movement was a movement that involved Mexican-Americans all over the United States and was a crucial component to establishing civil rights for Latinos. While Chicanos living in the United States were at the focal point of discrimination in society, they figured that it was best to come together and establish a sense of familiarity in order to combat these racial remarks and disadvantages. To spark attention to their cause and movement, many Chicanos participated in numerous demonstrations and while many were peaceful, many considered them as radical. By Steve, Lexi, and Ricardo Bracero Program In this project we will be analyzing a number of facets of the Bracero Program with a specific focus on the causes, on both sides of the border, which culminated in the agreement. Consequently, we will explore the historical context of the US and Mexico of the first half of the twentieth century, including the impact of the Mexican Revolution as well as the dire situation brought about by the second world war. By utilizing this basis we will then analyze the “migration aspect” entailed by the program, travel from Mexico to the US and various territories. Not only as an in depth look at the agreement, but also as a necessary foundation. One which will permit the Bracero Program to be positioned in history, while simultaneously deepening the exposition and understanding of a largely forgotten case of large-scale abuse and exploitation. We anticipate this will form the backbone of the examination of bracero experiences: first-hand accounts and testimonials.. By Fernando, Joy and Lizeth Guatemalan Genocide & Its Dark Truth This page will focus on the Guatemalan genocide, a period of brutal violence that brought tremendous adversity to those indigenous communities residing in the rural areas of Guatemala. It will provide details regarding the atrocities that the Mayan people experienced, the trauma that was left behind, and the hardships that they continue to face today. Furthermore, it will demonstrate how this heinous period of history fostered activism and social movements in Guatemala. By Paola Chavarria and & Aurora Nieves Las "Brujas" Feministas: Magazines, Art, and Television This project intends to provide a comprehensive analysis of women's representation in different mediums such as art, television, and fanzines. In this way, the goal is to understand the gender stereotypes that women have had to overcome from a feminist perspective. Through this discussion, the hope is to amplify women's voices to promote inclusive and equitable representation in society. By Claudia Mejia, Janet Landa, Diana Andrade Walkouts and Protests in Los Angeles On our page, we will discuss the walkouts and protests that took place within schools and communities across Los Angeles. The school protests happened because Latino students wanted to see a change in the education system. Some of the changes Latino students wanted to see implemented were hiring more Chicano professors and administrators, having more Chicano Studies classes in higher education, and overall being treated better without discrimination or judgment. In the 1960s, high school students faced racism and discrimination, which included a lack of education and insufficient school buildings in comparison to those of white students in the area. Walkouts famously took place at Roosevelt High School in Los Angeles, where there was a large population of Latino students. In 1993, college students also faced a lack of Chicano education when budget cuts put the Chicano classes at UCLA at risk of being shut down. This led to a hunger strike, where UCLA students protested and ultimately helped to establish the UCLA César E. Chávez Department of Chicana/o Studies. In the years leading up to 1965, Latino and Black communities also protested because they wanted to see a change in the way they were treated. The Black community finally had enough in 1965 and the Watts Riots happened, which in the end led to positive changes in their community. By Sydney Schwinger, Vanessa Harris, Jazmin Chavez

Chicano Farm Worker Movement

In this project, we will be discussing about the Chicano Farm Worker Movement and how it brought change to not only farm workers but to society as a whole. We will be focused on the working conditions of farm workers prior and after the movement, notable or influential leaders, and the communities that were fueling the movement. By examining their struggles, successes, and legacy, we wanted to provide a better understanding of the process needed to advocate and bring forth social change for a marginalized group of people. Last, we wanted to remove stereotypes and other misconceptions about the movement in creating a more equitable society. Por: Justin Bui, Kristi Kang, Jenniffer Young

During the Chicano farm workers movement, many women underwent sexual assault, unequal treatment, and lack of support and resources. Women were discriminated against due to conservative views that women should take care of their families and they are not equal to men therefore they do not deserve respect. Chicana activists such as Maria Moreno, Monica Ramirez, and Jessie de la Cruz began creating unions, organizing protests, and gaining positions in the government to change policies to reduce discrimination. These women were usually children of farm workers or they themselves worked as farm workers therefore they experienced harsh work conditions and discrimination. They have been oppressed and recognized that the government was not doing anything to help migrant workers in their daily lives. These female activists were outspoken and passionate about helping their people achieve better lives in the U.S.

Many women underwent sexual assault in their workplace and there were no policies or laws in place to punish the men who were committing these acts which allowed them to keep happening. Men were not held accountable for their actions and women were expected to keep quiet and continue to maintain their families. Female activists let their voices be heard for all the women who were treated poorly and silenced. The protests and strikes helped inspire other people to join farm worker unions and provoke the government to provide protection and resources to Chicano workers.

Key Figures That Shaped the Future

Many figures had been noted throughout history who had been representative of the Chicano Farm Workers struggle to fight for their rights. People such as Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta being the front runners of this fight. Cesar and Dolores worked together to organize the farmworkers into a single union. They prioritized organizing boycotts to representing the farmworker's job conditions. Dolores coordinated the nationwide lettuce, grape, and Gallo wine boycotts in 1970 and allowed for the passage in 1975 for the Agricultural Labor Relations Act. They were inspired by their own personal struggles against the injustice and they felt it was up to them to represent those who were unable to do so. They took the mantle and allowed for farmers to have their rights and laws passed to protect themselves from being exploited.

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In this section, we will be focused on the South Central Farm, more affectionately known as "The Garden" among fellow campesino farmers. We will present a brief context of its creation, subsequent destruction, and the impact it had on the community. By analyzing images and drawing from insights shared in the documentary "The Garden: Fighting for an LA Urban Garden," we aim to highlight its importance in supporting the lives of farmers and fostering a sense of empowerment in the community. Moreover, we will examine how the movement drew inspiration from the broader Chicano Farm Worker movement. Last, we will discuss the implications of the South Central Farm's demise, in order to reveal the suppression of rights and the underlying racial bias embedded within the landowner's decisions in relation to broader trends of political activism, marginalization, and the ongoing struggle for jus

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