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August 29, 2024
Sophie Leonard is a field organiser with the CPSU in Brisbane and has been a dedicated member of Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA for nine years. Check out this short video interview filled with international camaraderie. Read more
August 29, 2024
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. Read more
August 29, 2024
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. Read more
August 29, 2024
Migrant workers are particularly vulnerable to asbestos exposure due to their socio-economic conditions. They often work in high-risk sectors, such as construction and demolition, under unsafe conditions that others might avoid. Known as the "3Ds"—Dirty, Dangerous, and Demanding—these jobs often come with lower pay, longer hours, and complex, risky tasks. Read more
August 29, 2024
Join us for a night to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the global justice organisation of the Australian union movement. his year is special. We celebrate four decades of Australian unionists coming together to build something greater than themselves, driven by a deep sense of solidarity. Read more
August 29, 2024
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. Read more
August 19, 2024
The global humanitarian situation is in crisis. 2023 was marked as the deadliest year for humanitarian workers and the most violent since World War II, while 2024 continues this trend with over 55 armed conflicts. On this day, it is crucial to address this deepening crisis of violence by redoubling our efforts in solidarity, social organization, and internationalism — key actions that enable us to confront global injustices. Read more
August 14, 2024
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. Read more
August 14, 2024
Pacific Island countries are taking action to safely remove degrading asbestos from buildings as part of their efforts to ban the importation of asbestos-containing materials (ACM). In 2017, 14 Pacific countries agreed to cooperate and work towards a full ban on asbestos. Read more