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FWC
Fair Workplace Collaborative

The Fair Workplace Collaborative (FWC) is dedicated to extending worker protections across Santa Clara County, providing worker rights education and compliance information to small business owners.

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TOP
Trades Orientation Program (TOP)

Through the Trades Orientation Program(TOP), one-year apprenticeship readiness program to help people get started in construction careers. we’re expanding pathways into high-road construction trades for under-represented communities.

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HRR
South Bay and Peninsula High Road Roundtable

The South Bay / Peninsula High Road Roundtable is a growing space for labor, community, business, educational, environmental, and local government organizations in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties to come together to advance economic and racial justice, and rebalance our regional economies to move towards a future where all work is valued and empowering, all jobs pay a family-supporting wage, and all people across our diverse region can collectively build pathways to sustainable, resilient communities.

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BAHRMI
Bay Area High Road Manufacturing Initiative (BAHRMI)

The Bay Area High Road Manufacturing Initiative (BAHRMI) is a newly formed partnership that seeks to intentionally advance a high-road manufacturing ecosystem in the Bay Area by improving outcomes in existing industries, and by supporting the growth of new employers in strategic clean manufacturing sectors. Our initiative brings together partnerships that can successfully leverage this historic investment opportunity, and do so in alignment with our values: job quality, equity, sustainability and environmental justice.

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Workers Are Setting the Rules for AI in Silicon Valley

April 10, 2026

AI is being deployed in the institutions working people depend on most: hospitals, benefits offices,…

San Jose Votes to Restrict Flock Cameras.

March 16, 2026

On March 10, the San José City Council voted unanimously to adopt new safeguards for…

TOWARDS JUST FUTURES

Grassroots organizing & public policy innovation for a just economy

Based in Silicon Valley, Working Partnerships USA leads collaborative campaigns for good jobs, healthy communities, inclusive growth and a vibrant democracy.

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The construction industry in Silicon Valley is gro The construction industry in Silicon Valley is growing  and union apprenticeships  are looking for people who are ready to learn, work hard, and build new skills.⁠
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You don’t need prior experience to get started. Programs like TOP are designed to help you take that first step with training, coaching, and support along the way.⁠
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🔗 Learn more using the link in our bio⁠
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Join our Employer Engagement outreach efforts! Th Join our Employer Engagement outreach efforts!

This May, we're connecting with local businesses and employers to share resources and information on how to prepare for ICE raids and federal agents visiting the workplace.
We’re calling on folks across the community to show up and be part of this important work. Trainings and outreach shifts will take place at our office.

📍: 2302 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA — Training Room (2nd Floor)
📆: May 23, 26, 28 & 29
🕤: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Each shift will begin with a training covering outreach materials, scripts, and roleplay practice before we head out into the field. We’ll close out the day with a debrief and reflections together.

We're looking forward to seeing you!

Register by scanning the QR code or using the link in our bio 🔗
TOP applications are now open.⁠ ⁠ Take the first s TOP applications are now open.⁠
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Take the first step toward a career in the trades with hands-on training, career support, and guidance through the apprenticeship process.⁠
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Register for an orientation using the the link in our bio 🔗⁠
Beautifully put by Jessica Paz-Cedillos.⁠ We were Beautifully put by Jessica Paz-Cedillos.⁠
We were honored to be among the organizations invited to celebrate this new chapter for the Mexican Heritage Plaza this May Day. ✊⁠
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May Day reminds us that the rights we have today were never simply handed down—they were won through collective action, organizing, and the courage of working people. From safer workplaces to labor protections and civil rights, progress has always come from ordinary people standing together and demanding something better.⁠
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As La Plaza reclaims its name and proudly embraces its history, it stands as a testament to the deep connection between culture, identity, community, and the fight for justice.
This May Day, we honor the workers who built our m This May Day, we honor the workers who built our movements—and the ones still fighting today. ✊⁠
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From gig drivers to fast food workers, from healthcare workers to organizers in our communities—working people everywhere are demanding dignity, fair pay, and real power on the job. ⁠
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Join us this #MayDay to take a stand!
Trades Orientation Program (TOP) participants grad Trades Orientation Program (TOP) participants graduate with certifications, hands-on training and direct support applying to union apprenticeship programs, opening doors to stable careers in construction. Curious about a career in the trades?⁠
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Learn more using the link in our bio 🔗
Today, on Workers' Memorial Day, our Fair Workplac Today, on Workers' Memorial Day, our Fair Workplace Collaborative (FWC) Team is gathered at the @dayworkerctr to honor the workers who lost their lives simply trying to make a living.

We're here to listen, remember, and recommit to advancing worker rights.

As workers, community members, and leaders share their experiences, we are reminded why this work is urgent—because safe and healthy working conditions are a right, not a privilege.

We stand in solidarity, we advocate for stronger protections, and we continue pushing for education and justice so every worker can come home safely. ✊🏽

🔗 Visit the link in our bio for worker resources and support.
⚡Sparks are flying in this class—and so are new op ⚡Sparks are flying in this class—and so are new opportunities.⚡

Through a partnership between Working Partnerships USA and MetroED, students in the Silicon Valley Adult Education's Metals Technology (Welding) class are gaining hands-on skills, industry insight, and a clear path into the construction trades.

In this video, students share their experiences in the program and their hopes for the future—from building strong careers to helping shape the communities around them.

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Interested in welding? Registration for the next class opens in July—stay tuned on our socials for updates!
Celebrate with us this September! Champions for C Celebrate with us this September!

Champions for Change, our annual fundraiser will take place on Thursday, September 17, at the San Jose Marriott in San Jose at 5:30PM.  Every year, we gather leaders, activists, workers, and community members to celebrate our shared achievements and honor the champions whose bravery and dedication make our progress possible. 

We'll enjoy good food and performances by local musicians and artists—we'll also take this moment to look ahead, reflect on our journey, and build momentum for the upcoming work.

Save the date and join us in September. Tickets go on sale in June.

Add the event to your calendar using the link in our bio. 🔗
We are fighting for a future where AI benefits wor We are fighting for a future where AI benefits workers and communities prosper together, rather than being subject to Big Tech’s blind pursuit of profit and power.

We need guardrails so innovation can thrive and actually improve the lives of working families and all communities. Alongside frontline workers, we will continue to be a leading voice for transparency and accountability at every level.

Read how workers are are shaping what responsible AI governance looks like. Link in bio 🔗
Fast food workers in Morgan Hill went on strike la Fast food workers in Morgan Hill went on strike last week, speaking out against retaliation, wage theft, and unsafe working conditions at a local McDonald’s.⁠
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The strike, covered by Telemundo and Univision, highlights a deeper issue facing fast food workers across the county: too many workers don’t know their rights—or are punished when they try to use them. ⁠
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Workers like Martha Corona Hernandez and her daughter saw their hours slashed for taking sick leave, costing the family around $1,400 a month if allowed to continue. Others faced threats, discrimination, and lost hours after medical emergencies or pregnancy-related needs.⁠
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This is exactly why workers are demanding universal access to Know Your Rights trainings—because no one should have to risk their livelihood just for standing up for their health, dignity, and basic labor protections.⁠
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Fast food workers deserve respect, fair treatment, and workplaces that respect their rights!
Join us for a Resource Fair & Legal Clinic on Apri Join us for a Resource Fair & Legal Clinic on April 4 from 1–4 PM at CARAS in Gilroy. 🤝 ⁠
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Connect with trusted organizations offering support on Medi-Cal, immigration, workers’ rights, and housing—plus get updates on healthcare options and access a free legal clinic.⁠
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Enjoy interactive stations on workplace health and safety, watch workers’ rights skits, and collect resources as you go with a punch card activity. ⁠
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📋 This is a space to learn, get support, and build power in our communities—don’t miss it! Link in bio! 🔗⁠
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Acompáñanos en la Feria de Recursos y Clínica de Derechos Legales el 4 de abril de 1–4 PM en CARAS en Gilroy. 🤝 ⁠
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Conéctate con organizaciones confiables que ofrecen apoyo sobre Medi-Cal, inmigración, derechos laborales y vivienda, además de actualizaciones sobre opciones de salud y acceso a una clínica legal gratuita.⁠
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Habrá estaciones interactivas sobre salud y seguridad en el trabajo, presentaciones de derechos laborales y actividades con tarjeta de recursos. ⁠
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📋 Este es un espacio para aprender, recibir apoyo y fortalecer nuestras comunidades—¡no faltes! ¡Enlace en la biografía! 🔗⁠
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