Echando Raices/Taking Root is a new educational video from the American
Friends Service Committee. This unique tape is the fruit of a collaborative
endeavor involving AFSC immigrants' rights programs and their community partners
in Fresno and Stockton, California; Houston, Texas; and Des Moines, Iowa.
Watch video clips from Echando Raices/Taking Root on YouTube
| | Part 1: Wars and Work |
| Central Valley, California |
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| Part 2: Borders and Barriers |
| Houston, Texas |
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| Part 3: Midwest Migrations |
| Central Iowa |
Stories and reflections from immigrants and refugees are woven together with scenes of community life and a vibrant musical score. Also included are perspectives from scholars, union and community activists, local officials, displaced workers, and more.
A resource for community education and action
 Echando
Raices/Taking Root is an open-ended resource. Rather than presenting a
single "truth," it echoes the complexity of community life and struggle.
- Available in Spanish and English.
- Includes discussion guide with background on immigration issues and suggested activities for both immigrant and non-immigrant audiences.
- Each section may be used either separately or together.
- Designed for immigrant organizations, labor unions, faith communities, educators, and more.
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Ideal for the classroom
Bring
the voices of immigrants (and non-immigrants) into the classroom with Echando
Raices/Taking Root. This video documentary is ideal for classroom discussions
of such topics as:
- Immigration and immigrants' rights
- Racial and ethnic relations
- Globalization and economic restructuring
- Civil and human rights
- Ethnic studies
- Urban studies
- Peace studies
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Production Credits
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