Farm Labor Organizing Committee FLOC AFLCIO

## Farm Labor Organizing Committee (FLOC) The Farm Labor Organizing Committee (FLOC) is a non-profit organization based in Toledo, Ohio. It is a labor union dedicated to improving the lives of farmworkers in the United States. FLOC was founded in the mid-1960s by Baldemar Velásquez, who recognized the need for a strong voice for farmworkers in the agricultural industry. FLOC works to empower farmworkers by organizing them into unions and advocating for their rights. The organization focuses on issues such as fair wages, safe working conditions, and access to healthcare. FLOC also works to educate the public about the challenges faced by farmworkers and to build support for policies that protect their rights. FLOC's approach is unique in that it emphasizes building strong relationships with corporations and working collaboratively to find solutions to problems. The organization believes that by working together, farmworkers and corporations can create a more just and equitable agricultural system. To learn more about FLOC and its work, you can visit their website at www.floc.com.