With a plaque reading:
“In recognition of their human rights work on issues that affect our nation’s farmworkers, Pax Christi USA honors the … With this recognition, Pax Christ USA also pledges to continue our support of your efforts to end modern-day slavery in the fields of our country and to call transnational corporations like Taco Bell to treat farmworkers with dignity. We commend all of the workers in the CIW for their strength, courage, and witness.” July 31, 2004
… the delegates gathered at the 2004 National Conference in Miami not only gave beautiful words to their heartfelt alliance with Immokalee workers, but then hit the streets in a powerful action (above) , surrounding a downtown Taco Bell with nearly 200 protesters in the 90+ degree heat of July in Miami! This growing alliance promises to have an even greater impact in the months and years ahead.