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December 18, 2024
Across Gaza, amidst the attacks and uncertainty that marks daily life, emergency relief is delivered thanks to the tireless efforts of the local organisation MA’AN Development Center. Supported by the generosity of donors to our Emergency Appeal, a targeted and thoughtful approach to humanitarian aid is supporting the lives of thousands. Keep reading to get a full report of MA'AN's work with your donations. Read more
December 13, 2024
From January 2026, none of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) projects will be permitted to use asbestos-containing materials of any kind. This landmark decision follows a robust four-year campaign, led by trade unions in the region, including the Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) and Building and Wood Workers' International (BWI), with the support of Union Aid Abroad–APHEDA. Read more
December 3, 2024
On the eve of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, we heard an on-the-ground update on the situation in Gaza and Lebanon are facing and an update on what they've achieved with the funds raised in Australia through our appeals. Read more
November 28, 2024
At COP29, the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) and unions from the Global South made their demands clear: urgent action is needed to secure climate justice. The failure of global leaders to deliver an ambitious deal only underscores the importance of worker-led advocacy for tackling climate change. Read more
November 28, 2024
This year has been a powerful one for Union Aid Abroad–APHEDA, as we doubled down on our mission to advance international solidarity within the Australian union movement. From union conferences to global justice advocacy, we’ve worked across Australia to keep solidarity with workers worldwide at the heart of our union movement. Read more
November 28, 2024
Umphiem Mai refugee camp in Thailand was formed in 1999, and many residents, predominantly Karen people, have lived there for a long time. Union Aid Abroad–APHEDA is proud to support the Karen Women Organisation in equipping its leaders with critical skills in leadership, project management, human rights, and training. Read more
November 28, 2024
Samoa First Union (SFU), the only union representing workers in Samoa’s private sector, has had an exceptional year. Despite being a small union representing workers in retail, supermarkets, hotels, hospitality, fisheries, and seasonal workers deployed to Australia and New Zealand, SFU’s impact over the past 12 months has been significant, securing victories for workers that will benefit future generations. Read more
November 28, 2024
ion Aid Abroad-APHEDA is proud to support women’s leadership in Vietnam to increase women’s participation in political decision-making. This project has made significant strides in empowering women at the commune, district, and provincial levels across three provinces and one city: Haiduong, Bac Kan, Phu Yen and Haiphong. Read more
November 20, 2024
As Global South trade unions, we support a public pathway approach to addressing climate change, one that requires a major policy shift away from the current “privatise to decarbonise” policy towards a bold pro-public framework. Read more