What’s the real cost of the food on your plate? In this powerful episode of Climate and Cuisine, Jane DeMarinis, Executive Director of Climate Diet, speaks with Labor Justice Advocate, Chair of Climate Diet and Workplace Fairness Executive Director Edgar Ndjatou about the hidden human toll of climate change—especially on farmworkers and outdoor laborers.
🌡️ As temperatures soar and extreme heat becomes the new normal, thousands of workers remain unprotected, unrecognized, and unheard. 📉 From legal gaps to exploitative practices, Edgar breaks down what’s broken—and how we can fix it.
💥 What You’ll Learn:
The shocking risks outdoor workers face during heatwaves
Why undocumented farmworkers are the most vulnerable
What protections do and don’t exist today
The urgent need for policy change at state and federal levels
How YOU can support a fairer, climate-resilient food system
🎧 Whether you're a climate advocate, conscious consumer, or simply someone who eats three meals a day—this conversation will open your eyes and move you to act.
🛠️ Learn more and take action:
🔗 Workplace Fairness – Protecting workers’ rights - https://www.workplacefairness.org
🔗 Climate Diet – Making climate-friendly living accessible for all - https://climatediet.org
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