A delegation from the Industrial Workers of the World spent one month in Haiti to support the Confederation of Haitian Workers amid rising food prices.
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A delegation from the Industrial Workers of the World spent one month in Haiti to support the Confederation of Haitian Workers amid rising food prices.
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In April 2008, members of the Confederation of Haitian Workers (CTH) met with a delegation from the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) in Haiti. The visit occurred shortly after widespread protests erupted over rising food prices. Over the course of a month, the IWW delegation learned about the CTH's struggle against neoliberal policies and sought to provide material aid and solidarity. The documentary captures the experiences and stories shared during this critical period.
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Why Watch
- Meet the Confederation of Haitian Workers in action.
- See the impact of rising food prices on protests.
- Find out about international labor solidarity efforts.
Did You Know
- The IWW delegation visited Haiti from April 24 to May 25, 2008.
- Mass protests in Haiti erupted just two weeks before the delegation's arrival.
- The CTH is actively fighting against neoliberal policies affecting workers.
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What organization invited the IWW delegation to Haiti?
The Confederation of Haitian Workers (CTH) invited the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) delegation to Haiti.
When did the IWW delegation visit Haiti?
The IWW delegation was in Haiti from April 24 to May 25, 2008.
What event occurred in Haiti two weeks before the IWW delegation's visit?
Mass protests erupted in Haiti due to burgeoning food prices two weeks before the IWW delegation's visit.
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