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Latest news from APHEDA’s overseas projects, campaigns and events
Protecting Palestinian refugee communities in times of crisis
The situation facing refugees living in camps in Lebanon has always been a challenge. However, in the past 12 months PWHO has had to contend with COVID-19, the impact of the Beirut blast, and the deep Lebanese financial and political crisis since August 2019.
Campaign for Women’s Employment Rights in Timor Leste Ramps Up
WWCTL is getting well-deserved recognition by international bodies such as UN Women and the ILO for their lobbying of government and community to improve conditions, rights and social protections for working women in Timor Leste.
Ground breaking Asbestos workshop in Laos
In February 2021, an asbestos workshop in Laos caught the attention of the local media as the Health Minister voiced support for the full phasing out of asbestos imports in Laos.
APHEDA People: Meet Lisa Chesters MP (Member for Bendigo)
Life-long unionist and long-time APHEDA member, Lisa Chesters MP talks to us about how we can support workplace justice here and overseas (though APHEDA!).
Global Noise Barrage for Myanmar – 11 February 2021
On 11 February 2021, trade unionists from around the world joined the Global Noise Barrage in solidarity with the people of Myanmar. Here’s how it went…
Women’s contribution to the agricultural sector in Gaza – radio interview
In January 2021, APHEDA’s Gaza Coordinator Hana Abu Nahla was interviewed on radio about women’s contribution to the agricultural sector in Gaza.
Asbestos Ban Campaign Update
It was a busy month for the campaign in Vietnam with a capacity building training courses and workshops for doctors and policymakers.
Become an APHEDA activist!
By becoming an APHEDA activist, you’ll join hundreds of others who are organising across Australia to support global justice.
Statement in Solidarity with Karen partner organisations and civilians in Karen State
APHEDA Statement in Solidarity with Karen partner organisations and civilians in Karen State – 21 January 2021