Made in LA

Made in L.A. follows the remarkable story of three Latina immigrants working in Los Angeles garment sweatshops as they embark on a three-year odyssey to win basic labor protections from the trendy clothing retailer Forever 21. In intimate verite style, Made in L.A. reveals the impact of the struggle on each woman’s life as they are gradually transformed by the experience. Compelling, humorous, deeply human, Made in L.A. is a story about immigration, the power of unity, and the courage it takes to find your voice. Here's the trailer:

Barack Obama has said he is going to begin speaking out about immigration reform in May, and many expect the congressional debate to heat up again in the United States throughout 2009. A series of immigrants' rights protests are planned for May 1 -- a day when workers' rights are celebrated worldwide, which this year happens to coincide with Obama's 100th day in office as U.S. president.

Between April 15th and May 31st, 2009 Made in L.A.'s producers are inviting national organizations, grassroots groups, congregations, and individuals across the United States to organize special "May Day" screenings, houseparties, and actions around Made in L.A. in a nationwide effort to put a human face on the issues of immigration, immigrant workers' rights, and supporting humane immigration reform.

To learn more about the campaign, and find out how you can host a screening or get involved in other ways, visit the May Day Community Screening Campaign page.

To learn more about global migration and the people who move from one country to another in search of a better life -- and to keep up on the latest migration news, check out OneWorld.net's Perspectives Magazine edition entitled "Migration: How Free Is Our Freedom to Move?" It also contains links, videos, and more info about the documentary series "The New Americans," which chronicles the stories of five sets of immigrants to the United States, and will be re-released on PBS channels in seven parts in July and August.