CHIRLA's Publications
CHIRLA on YouTube! "Know Your Rights"
January 18, 2008 - 12:36pm — CHIRLABecause of high demand due to increased enforcement measures and raids, CHIRLA has made a shortened version of our popular Know Your Rights DVD available on YouTube. To order a full-length version of the film (with subtitles and dubbing) for training purposes, please click here.
Day Laborers Celebrate Historic City Council Victory in Los Angeles
August 14, 2008 - 2:24pm — CHIRLAThe Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to require new large home improvement stores to be responsive to day labor- related concerns;
“The declaration from City Council that day laborers deserve dignity and respect as workers and as human beings was nothing short of historic,” proudly remarked CHIRLA Day Laborer Organizer, Antonio Bernabe.
A CLOSER LOOK: Portraits of Immigrants in Los Angeles County
June 4, 2008 - 7:10pm — CHIRLA
Los Angeles –CHIRLA has released ‘A Closer Look: Portraits of Immigrants in Los Angeles County,” examining the cultural make-up of Los Angeles’ immigrant communities, their economic and social contributions to the county, and the influence such communities have had on the political process. “We hope that this report counters the negative stereotyping prevalent in today’s immigration discourse. And we hope that these facts will enlighten the debate by serving as a reference point in the future,” commented CHIRLA Executive Director Angelica Salas.
Mobilize the Immigrant Launched its Voter Campaign by Registering Thousands of New Voters!
May 23, 2008 - 6:12pm — CHIRLALos Angeles - Volunteers both inside and outside of the convention center registered thousands of new citizens yesterday, distributed CHIRLA t-shirts, and offered hearty congratulations. “In this historic election year, important issues that directly impact our communities will be decided in June and November. We must vote in numbers, build our voice and demand respect and dignity for all immigrants and for our community,” Commented Angelica Salas, CHIRLA executive director For full story please go to the PRESS ROOM.