Benjamin Miller, Co-Owner of South Philly Barbacoa

“Over the last several years, [Christina] Martinez and [Benjamin] Miller have become staples of Philly’s activist community. As South Philly Barbacoa grew in popularity, they used their platform to start the Right2Work dinner series, which brought together chefs, workers, and members of the public to discuss issues facing undocumented workers in the restaurant industry over a meal. That led to them forming the Popular Alliance For Undocumented Workers’ Rights—an organization that advocates for undocumented workers and seeks to amplify their voices.” -James Beard Foundation