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Well before the 9 a.m. start time, dozens of Immokalee farmworkers lined up for COVID-19 vaccines beneath an overhang near vacant stores at a strip mall. Polonne Colin, 65, was among the first at the pop-up clinic.
The main reason she opted for the vaccine now, though she was eligible earlier: she sees everyone she knows getting it.
Rural health advocates who have ramped up efforts to reach farmworkers say demand for the vaccine is strong. And despite media reports and lawmakers concerns that Florida s residency requirements are hindering vaccination efforts for farmworkers, advocates say health officials are finding ways around them.
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Day of Immigration event sheds light on immigrant inclusion Camille Syed
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GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The City of Gainesville and Madres Sin Fronteras hosted the Day of the Immigrant event to spread awareness and shed light on immigrant equity and inclusion.
More than a dozen vendors and hundreds of residents came to Bo Diddly Plaza to show their support and learn about the different cultures that are apart of the Gainesville community.
Member of Madres Sin Frontera’s, Jennifer Molina says they want their voices to be heard.
Gainesville is hoping to join a growing list of cities seeking to become more inclusive, responsive and reflective of a world that is welcoming and open to immigrants and refugees.