Journalists Myo Myint Oo and Aung San Oo, associated with the independent online media outlet Dawei Watch, were sentenced to life and 20 years imprisonment respectively by a military court in the city of Myeik in southern Myanmar on August 27, with authorities failing to explain the verdict.
Seven years after Myanmar military unleashed brutal “clearance operations” against the Rohingya people, survivors in Rakhine State are threatened by another wave of genocide. The Myanmar Campaign Network is calling on the Australian Government to take decisive steps to address this ongoing crisis.
In the heart of Phnom Penh, a powerful workers’ movement is growing driven by resilience, solidarity, and a commitment to justice. The Association to Support Vulnerable Women (ASVW), known locally as the Cambodian Prostitute’s Union (CPU), is leading the charge in advocating for the rights of sex and entertainment workers.
South Africa is not exempt from the challenges posed by climate change. In recent years, the country has witnessed a shift in weather patterns, leading to adverse effects on its environment. Among the communities most affected by these changes are rural populations, where the effects of climate change are felt acutely. The Rural Women’s Assembly (RWA) of South Africa has emerged as a key player in educating and empowering these communities to navigate the growing crisis.
At Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA, we are committed to the global fight against asbestos, a deadly material that continues to threaten workers’ lives around the world. As part of our campaign ‘Asbestos. Not Here. Not Anywhere’, we are excited to share a booklet on global asbestos consumption.