Kansas City reflects global push to focus World Cup on workers and immigrants

By: Mary Sanchez

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: June 23, 2026

Words: 1,400

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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Labor and human rights concerns have long been entwined with FIFA and the World Cup. The 2026 games, which are drawing unprecedented international attention to Kansas City, are no different.

Activists in Kansas City are using the world’s focus on soccer to highlight workers’ rights, social inequities and safety concerns for immigrants in the cities where the games are being played.

“Migrants are in our community,” said activist Tay Castillo. “They are our friends. They …

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