Echos of Us: Featuering The Hand that Feeds
Overview
Undocumented workers in NYC risk it all to demand justice and fair pay — a powerful story of courage and solidarity.
Description:
At a small deli in New York City, undocumented immigrant workers risk everything to demand fair wages and respect. The Hand That Feeds follows their courageous journey as they organize a union and challenge a system stacked against them. Through resilience, unity, and determination, the film captures the power of ordinary people standing up for justice in the face of fear and exploitation.
Parent Information Rating:
- Suggested Age: 14+
- Language: Occasional strong language in English and Spanish.
- Violence: None; contains tense protest scenes.
- Themes: Workers’ rights, immigration, courage, social justice, and activism.
- Educational Value: High — provides real-world insight into labor organizing and immigrant experiences.
- Overall: A powerful, real-life story of dignity and solidarity that inspires civic awareness and empathy.
Lead by: Marielena Marroquin & Ingrid Perez-Esquivel
Category: Community, Other
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Highlights
- 2 hours
- In person
Location
Latinx Education Collaborative
2301 Lexington Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64124