Rural Coalition/Coalición Rural

For over 40 years we have served as a voice of African-American, American Indian, Asian-American, Euro-American and Latino farmers, farmworkers, and rural communities in the US, as well as indigenous and campesino groups in Mexico and beyond

Our Roots

Born of the civil rights and anti-poverty rural movements, Rural Coalition has worked to assure that diverse organizations from all regions, ethnic and racial groups and genders have the opportunity to work in solidarity on the issues that affect us all. The foundation of this work is strong local, regional, and national organizations that work to assure the representation and involvement of every sector of this diverse fabric of rural peoples.

Our Purpose

We strive to improve the condition of the rural poor, the rural underprivileged and rural victims of discrimination, and develop and disseminate knowledge among diverse groups and persons of the needs of rural areas.

Our Vision and Values

We work together toward a new society that values Unity, Hope, People, and the Land.

Our Mission

Together, we seek just and sustainable food systems that bring fair returns to our diverse small farmers and ranchers, tribal and other small communities; fair working conditions and dignity for farmworkers and food chain workers; protection of mother earth now and for our children’s children; safe, adequate and healthy food for all, especially the elders, youth, and most vulnerable of us

Together, we endeavor to build an equitable and sustainable food system that is beneficial to people of color, small farmers, rural and tribal communities; and to protect the environment and enhance our communities by fighting for legislation that ensures that we all — everyone, everywhere — are guaranteed healthy food, safe housing and working conditions, and access to healthcare among other services needed for community well-being.