Chavez Filipino Farmworkers

In 1965, Filipino and Mexican American farmworkers in California became inextricably linked when they mobilized to strike against grape growers. Now, in the wake of recent allegations that Chavez took advantage of his position to sexually abuse young women and girls, Filipino Americans, including descendants of striking workers, are navigating how to celebrate this historic chapter moving forward. Filipino groups that typically march for César Chavez Day in March have canceled those plans. Advocates are supporting renaming the holiday and putting the focus on Filipino and Chicano farmworkers, particularly women. But, they are also emphasizing survivors of Chavez’s abuse remain top of mind.

Nevada skips Chavez Day as new allegations reshape how a historic farmworker movement is remembered.