Migrant workers, Israelis to meet as equals at TA event. Participants will sell their wares, learn about their rights, watch movies

From: Jerusalem Post | Date: December 22, 2006| Author: | Copyright information

RUTH EGLASH
Jerusalem Post
12-22-2006
Headline: Migrant workers, Israelis to meet as equals at TA event. Participants will sell their wares, learn about their rights, watch movies
Byline: RUTH EGLASH
Edition; Daily
Section: News
Page: 06

Friday, December 22, 2006 -- Hundreds of migrant workers will converge on the Tel Aviv Cinematheque Saturday for an annual gathering dedicated to recognizing their rights in Israel and the contributions they have made to this country's economy and workforce.

Against the backdrop of International Migrants Day, which was marked worldwide on December 18, the ...

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