The Gaza Siege – 10 years on and the humanitarian crisis continues
It’s been over ten years since the Gaza siege. This month we look at the devastating and ongoing impact its had on the people, the economy and the region.
Australian Media Under Threat From Greedy Bosses – Karen News
Union Aid Abroad APHEDA partner organisation Karen News stands with journalists working at Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and Australian Financial Review.
Mining company favours non-locals
Mining company favours non-locals By Htet Htet | MANDALAY Although Myanmar Wanbao Mining company has promised to provide employment for residents of Let-Pa-Daung region, these positions are mostly blue-collar jobs. A Let-Pa-Daung investigation led by Aung San Su Kyi...
Hanoi Celebrates Equality
In March 2017, Mardi Gras was celebrated in Hanoi for the very first time. The final night was a colourful display of costumes and dazzling performances by both Vietnamese and Australian artists. Union Aid Abroad APHEDA’s Hanoi-based staff – Sharan, Phillip and Peter – went along to join in the festivities.
Laos PDR’s deadly consumer addiction – asbestos!
Until relatively recently, asbestos was an unknown and difficult to publicly discuss issue in Laos. It is now getting high level attention.
