Dolores Huerta

This weekend we had the pleasure of being in the presence of Dolores Huerta .

It’s not often you get an opportunity to be in front of a living legend.

Dolores Huerta stands in front of a mural honoring her work and that of César Chávez in Modesto, ca.

Dolores Huerta is a labor leader, civil rights activist, and co-founder of the United Farm Workers (UFW). Born in 1930 in Dawson, New Mexico, she became a key figure in the labor movement, advocating for the rights of farmworkers alongside César Chávez. In the 1960s, she played a crucial role in organizing strikes and boycotts, including the Delano grape strike, which brought national attention to the poor working conditions of agricultural laborers. Her efforts helped secure better wages and working conditions for thousands of farmworkers.

Beyond labor rights, Huerta has been a lifelong advocate for women’s rights, education, and social justice. She coined the famous slogan “Sí, se puede” (“Yes, we can”), which later became a rallying cry for various social movements. Despite facing arrests and even physical attacks for her activism, she remained committed to the fight for equality. Over the years, Huerta has received numerous awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2012. She continues to be an influential voice in activism, inspiring new generations to stand up for workers' rights and social justice.