When world leaders like Donald Trump retreat from multilateralism and global responsibility, it’s workers and communities — especially in the Global South — who pay the price. At moments like this, internationalism isn’t optional. It’s essential.

Looking for meaningful ways to spend your summer? Here are three ways to combine learning, entertainment, and global solidarity.

The Big Ride for Palestine-Australia is back and bigger than ever! Get active for the ninth annual addition by walking, running or cycling to raise needed funds to support two of Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA’s long-term partner organisations.

"The Federation emphatically restates its commitment to the Australian Council of Trade Unions statement on Gaza and strongly supports the call for the Albanese government to impose immediate sanctions on Israel..."

While we welcome Australia’s recognition of Palestine, it is no substitute for the urgent and meaningful action that Australia must take to uphold its moral and legal obligations to prevent further atrocities against the Palestinian people, and to avoid complicity in the war crimes Israel is committing.

Australian unionists continue to prioritise their long-held connections within the international union community by demonstrating their commitment to global solidarity. Most recently, activists have shown it through attending a variety of events across the nation and in neighbouring countries, organised to support the work of Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA and partner organisations around the globe.