The New Orleans Workers Center for Racial Justice (NOWCRJ) is a prominent organization in Louisiana dedicated to advocating for justice and equality for workers in the state. They have been actively involved in fighting against the criminalization of poverty, organizing against abuse and threats of deportation from exploitative employers, and securing safer conditions for workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. NOWCRJ has demonstrated a commitment to empowering workers and crafting real solutions to address the impact of capitalism on their lives. Through various campaigns, such as mutual aid, immigration advocacy, workplace conditions improvement, and essential workers surveys, NOWCRJ has been instrumental in supporting low-income families and marginalized communities.
Founded in 2007 as a response to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, NOWCRJ has been at the forefront of the workers' rights and racial justice movement in New Orleans. Their mission is to build a freedom movement that addresses racial, gender, and immigrant justice, while also focusing on the intersection of race and the economy. The organization is dedicated to advocating for the dignity and rights of workers, particularly those who are vulnerable, poor, and oppressed in Louisiana. NOWCRJ continues to be a driving force in grassroots campaigns that have both local and national impact, empowering Black and immigrant workers to fight for their rights and create lasting change.
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