VOZ

Ever since I came to this country (U.S.), my dream was to become a writer.  Recognizing a series of flaws in said field, I have overcome those errors, gramatically-speaking, although it is recognizing that writing, the communication of thoughts, is a philosophy of thought.
With that premise in mind, I traveled to this country, that is to say, with the idea that an editor would be interested in my humble work.  Today living as a day laborer and as a member of VOZ and the Center that was a project that started many months ago, my dream remains unharmed, thanks to American reporters who visit the Day Laborer Center where I belong, I have connected with some of them, and through email connections, they are reading part of my novels and poetry (in English), work which is motivated by the exploitation and death of abject societies like Guatemala, which practices against that which struggles for human rights.
My dream is tied to the dream of the planet, that is to have humane and just societies, governed under the one law that can save humanity:  respect the liberty of all.
My dream is to make known my poetry and narratives which help to dissolve a bit of racial hatred and incomprehensibility of abject minds that believe in blue blood (different racial strata).

Sergio, The Maya

A Day Laborer

FEATURING DAY LABORER ART AND MARIACHI MUSIC

As part of First Thursdays, the Portland Day Labor Hire Site at 240 NE MLK Jr. Blvd will open our doors for an evening of art, music, and food. On Thursday, November 6th from 6 to 9 pm, the public is invited to see art by Portland’s own day laborer community. Day laborers will also provide live mariachi music. Join us as our hire site is transformed for Day of the Dead with traditional décor and food.

Saturday, September 20th from 8pm to midnight, at the SEIU 503 Dance Hall, 6401 SE Foster Rd

For the past two years VOZ the Workers Rights Organizing Project and Jobs with Justice have brought together members and supporters of our organizations for dancing, fun and fundraising.  This year we have even more reason to celebrate: VOZ recently opened Portland’s first day labor center on June 16th 2008. With this historic opening, Portland will join the ranks of other US cities that have successfully used day labor centers as alternatives to street corner hiring. The center will give Portland’s day laborers a safe and secure place to seek decent employment, and help in the fight to raise standards for all workers.

This years salsa party will be fun for everyone, and will include dance lessons, food and a silent auction.  We would love to see you as we celebrate this historic event! Even if you can’t attend, please consider buying a ticket for someone who can’t afford one.

To purchase tickets please call 503-233-6787