Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP

Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP FLAP’s mission is to improve working conditions for low-wage workers & their households in Illinois FLAP does litigation to recover owed wages for workers.

The organization carries out its mission through advocacy, community outreach and education, litigation, community legal education, information and referrals, partnering with other organizations to fight human labor trafficking, preventing family separations by helping immigrants secure dual citizenship for their children and facilitating access to cash transfers to very low-income populations. FL

AP provides these services free of charge and without regard to immigration status. FLAP litigates under both federal and state laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) and the Agricultural Worker Protection Act (“AWPA”). Our clients mainly bring forth claims for nonpayment of minimum wages or nonpayment of overtime wages in violation of these federal and state laws. Defendants in our cases tend to be companies that remain competitive by breaking the law and by exploiting our clients. These companies and their individual owners manage to make higher profits by failing to pay their employees for all their time worked. These employers take unfair advantage of the fact that our clients are often unaware of their rights or are afraid of losing their jobs by coming forward with their claims. Correcting such abuse and preventing the exploitation of these workers is what FLAP seeks to accomplish through its litigation, outreach and education efforts. FLAP staff travels to different populations in Illinois to inform potential clients about their rights and about the legal resources available to them. Through its own outreach work, and through its relationship with other community groups in the area, FLAP builds a relationship of trust with migrant and seasonal workers. FLAP staff seeks to educate migrant and seasonal workers about their rights in the work place. We build upon our relationships with churches and organizations in the community to deliver "know your rights" workshops to groups of immigrant workers. We have recovered almost 5.0 million dollars in back wages and illegal deductions.

Today was another busy Friday for Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP 🙌. The FLAP team came together for t...
06/05/2026

Today was another busy Friday for Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP 🙌. The FLAP team came together for trainings, discussions, and planning at the Chicago office and virtually.

Staff took part in important conversations on workers compensation cases, personnel policies, legal updates, and organizational structure. Investing in topics like these helps FLAP stay prepared and ready to support low-wage workers when they need it the most.

AI is everywhere now, but how can it be used ethically and responsibly?On June 11, Provisio’s Changemaker Collaborative:...
06/05/2026

AI is everywhere now, but how can it be used ethically and responsibly?

On June 11, Provisio’s Changemaker Collaborative: Practical AI for Human Services will dive into conversations on responsible adoption by looking at AI readiness in practice, live AI demonstrations, peer roundtables, and more.

As technology continues to shape the nonprofit sector, Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP is looking forward to exploring ways AI can support while keeping our communities at the center.

Representing FLAP at the collaborative will be Bilingual Chief Executive Officer Alexandra Sossa Flap, Bilingual Operations and Finances Specialist Jessica Rivas, Multilingual Executive Support Gina Davila, Bilingual Lead of Communications and Marketing Amy Salazar, Bilingual Outreach and Legal Support Coordinator Maria Paula Rodriguez, and Bilingual Outreach, Data, and Information Technology Supporter Jose Garcia.

A new summer means new opportunities to learn, and Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP is excited to welco...
06/05/2026

A new summer means new opportunities to learn, and Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP is excited to welcome its 2026 LEAD Interns 🌟🎉

Yesterday, FLAP’s Bilingual CEO Alexandra Sossa Flap, Bilingual Lead of Communications and Marketing Amy Salazar, and Bilingual Outreach and Legal Support Coordinator Maria Paula Rodriguez had a wonderful evening welcoming Outreach Intern Genesis Rosa and Communications Intern Luis Gonzalez-Lopez during the LEAD Kick Off at Taste 222 in Chicago.

Thank you Origami Works Foundation and The CAFE Group for another year of opportunity. FLAP can’t wait to see what this year’s interns accomplish!

One day left before the second Just Roots Chicago’s 2026 Farm Kick Off event!Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project ...
06/05/2026

One day left before the second Just Roots Chicago’s 2026 Farm Kick Off event!

Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP’s Bilingual CEO Alexandra Sossa Flap is looking forward to a summer day at the farm, helping community members with translations.

📅 Tomorrow | 10am - 1pm

📍 Saint James Community Farm (2936 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60616)

One of Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP’s favorite activities is to connect with the community. 💪

Thanks to a collaboration with Just Roots Chicago, FLAP’s Bilingual Chief Executive Officer Alexandra Sossa Flap will be at the second 2026 Farm Kick Off Event this Saturday, available to help with translations!

🌱 Come join FLAP for some family-friendly activities at the farm and stop by to say hello. FLAP would love meet community members and share more about its work!

📅 Saturday, June 6th, 10am - 1pm
📍 Saint James Community Farm
2936 South Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60616

Goodbye Washington D.C 👋As Hispanic Federation’s Encuentro Nacional 2026 comes to a close, Bilingual Lead of Advocacy an...
06/04/2026

Goodbye Washington D.C 👋

As Hispanic Federation’s Encuentro Nacional 2026 comes to a close, Bilingual Lead of Advocacy and Community Engagement Sasha Reyes joined a training on protecting your nonprofit in 2026 and shared a farewell lunch with fellow leaders, including Ismael Hassey Nevarez of Centro Dane County.

Thank you Hispanic Federation for having Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP at this year’s summit. Sasha leaves with new ideas and valuable insights to bring back to FLAP’s work and leadership.

Until next time!

Building stronger partnerships and even stronger communities.Last evening, Bilingual Chief Executive Officer Alexandra S...
06/04/2026

Building stronger partnerships and even stronger communities.

Last evening, Bilingual Chief Executive Officer Alexandra Sossa Flap spent some meaningful time in Evanston with the Evanston Community Foundation at the Dr. Jorge and Luz Maria Prieto Community Center.

Thank you, President and CEO Sol Anderson, for believing inFarmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP’s work and the low-wage workers we serve.

Happy Birthday to Gina! 🎉Today, Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP celebrates Multilingual Executive Supp...
06/04/2026

Happy Birthday to Gina! 🎉

Today, Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP celebrates Multilingual Executive Support and Strategic Organizational Relations Gina Davila whose passion for giving back to her Ecuadorian community continues to inspire the team.

As a trusted support to FLAP’s leadership, Gina helps keep countless pieces organized and moving smoothly. Her bright positivity and dedication make a meaningful impact within the team and community FLAP’s serves every day.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday and a year filled with growth and happiness. 💚

Another energizing day at Hispanic Federation’s Encuentro Nacional 2026 in Washington D.C. 💪 After last evening’s recept...
06/03/2026

Another energizing day at Hispanic Federation’s Encuentro Nacional 2026 in Washington D.C. 💪

After last evening’s reception honoring Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez, Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP’s Sasha Reyes jumped into a day packed with House advocacy visits, regional lunches, panel discussion, and a democracy presentation together with leaders from across the country.

Throughout the day, Sasha had the oportunity to advocate for the low wage community. Thank you, Jose Luis Olmedo of Comite Civico Del Valle, Inc., Katherine Olivera of National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice, Congressman Chuy García, and Congresswoman Delia Ramirez’s legislative aide.

Being in Washington D.C., every conversation helps elevate the experiences of low-wage workers and serves as a reminder that meaningful change starts with the community.

🙌 What a wonderful interactive workshop at this quarter’s Nonprofit networking gathering, presented by Allison Henry fro...
06/03/2026

🙌 What a wonderful interactive workshop at this quarter’s Nonprofit networking gathering, presented by Allison Henry from Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management at Northwestern University at the Vernon Area Public Library, with the support of The Lake County Community Foundation.

Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP’s Bilingual Chief Executive Officer Alexandra Sossa Flap and Board of Directors Ana Laura AnaLaura Gonzalez Escamilla learned how to work with nonprofit Board of Directors, gaining tools to help strengthen FLAP’s leadership and impact for our low-wage workers.

CEO Alexandra Sossa Flap even took a moment to mentor a future leader reading outside the Area Public Library! 📚

Thank you Allison Henry for sharing these meaningful insights and helping grow FLAP’s leadership!

A truly meaningful day at Encuentro Nacional 2026 in Washington D.C.Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP lo...
06/03/2026

A truly meaningful day at Encuentro Nacional 2026 in Washington D.C.

Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP loves supporting advocacy efforts for our low-wage workers. Thank you Hispanic Federation for bring leaders together for our communities.

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