Stories from Vermont Migrant Workers

Past event
Feb 18, 2023, 10 to 11:30 AM

Much of the work on Vermont dairy farms is done by people from Latin America. Over a thousand migrant laborers milk cows, fix tractors, shovel manure, and take care of calves in our state. Come listen to their stories and learn.

February 18, 2023
10am to 11:30am
Bixby Hall

A panel of three migrant workers from Blue Spruce Farm in Bridport will share their personal experiences crossing into the US and traveling to Vermont from a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico. The panel discussion will be moderated by Patricia Reid (local advocate) and Julia Doucet (Open Door Clinic).

The first 20 attendees will receive a free copy of the Vermont Reads 2022 book, The Most Costly Journey, a graphic novel illustrating migrant worker stories.

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Bixby Memorial Free Library, Main Street, Vergennes, VT

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