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ITUC continues to stand by Ukraine

“One year since it launched its illegal and brutal invasion of Ukraine, Russia’s campaign of murder and terror against the Ukrainian people continues, with the complicity of Belarus” – ITUC

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Release Belarus trade union leaders and activists

IndustriALL Global Union and IndustriAll European Trade Union support the call to “release all trade unionists who remain in detention and to drop all charges related to participation in peaceful protests and industrial actions”.

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#I Stand with Migrant Workers

As the FIFA World Cup is played out Qatar, join the call for a global wave of support for migrant workers amongst activists, football fans, players, sports communities and the general public.

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Building and Woodworkers’ International (BWI) calls for real action from COP27 leaders

The Building and Woodworkers’ International (BWI) General Secretary Ambet E. Yuson has released a statement from COP27 in Sharm El Sheik, Egypt, calling for “real action” from COP27 leaders.

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Education International condemns Russian attacks on teachers

Russian forces are cracking down on teachers and education in occupied territories in Ukraine. Education International has issued a statement condemning these actions.

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BWI condemns Mynmar executions

The Building and Woodworkers’ International (BWI), representing 12 million workers worldwide, has condemned the military junta of Myanmar for the brutal execution of four democracy activists.

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Health and safety a fundamental right

In a landmark decision, the International Labour Conference, held in Geneva in June 2022, has added health and safety to the ILO Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.

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AFL-CIO: Right of Everyone to Make Their Own Health Care Decisions

The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) President Liz Shuler has issued a public statement following the decision by the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade.

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World Public Service Day

On 23 June 2022, World Public Services Day, Publics Services International (PSI – the global union federation of workers in public services) launched Behind the Mask – an interactive online documentary.

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Unions in solidarity with LGBTIQ workers

On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Trade unions are acting to ensure that LGBTIQ workers are protected and can enjoy their rights in law and in practice.

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ITUC calls on trade unions to stand for peace this May Day

At a time when global tensions are high, trade unions, as the largest democratic and representative force on earth, are in the forefront of defending democracy and overcoming the devastating impacts of war.

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StreetNet appeals for aid to Ukraine informal workers

StreetNet International is appealing for assistance for their affiliate in Ukraine, the Free Trade Union of Entrepreneurs of Ukraine (VPPU), a 20,000-person strong union of market vendors and small scale entrepreneurs.

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IFWEA affiliates make statements on Ukraine war

A number of IFWEA affiliates have issued statements condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and the subsequent effect on workers and their families.

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Update the list: Businesses aiding illegal settlements in Palestine

The ITUC has launched a petition calling the United Nations human rights chief to urgently update the two-year-old database of companies operating illegally in Israeli settlements on Palestinian land.

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HKCTU to disband due to repression

The Hong Kong Confederation of Trade Unions (HKCTU), Hong Kong’s largest pro-democracy union coalition, and a former affiliate of IFWEA, is to disband, citing fears for safety as a major reason.

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22 September – Global Day of Action to Climate- and Employment-Proof Our Work (#CEPOW):

There is still time to get involved in the biggest global conversation about our future. Workers around the world will invite their employers to discuss plans for resilience and sustainable business on or around 22 September 2021.

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Ukraine: Regressive labour laws

The ITUC has written jointly with the ETUC to senior politicians in Ukraine to raise serious concerns about ongoing regressive labour reforms in the country, which include a lack of compatibility with requirements to guarantee working time, rest periods, minimum daily rest, overtime and leave.

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ITUC calls on Tunisian authorities to convene “broad and inclusive process of dialogue”

ITUC calls on Tunisian authorities to convene a broad and inclusive process of dialogue after tens of thousands gathered in public squares to demand government action on health, jobs, deteriorating living conditions and increasing poverty.

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Campaign for the recognition of the State of Palestine

The Campaign for the recognition of the State of Palestine brings together European, Israeli, and Palestinian civil society and trade union organisations to push for the recognition of the State of Palestine as the 194th full member of the United Nations (UN).

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ILO conference adopts strong pandemic call to action

The International Labour Organization’s (ILO) annual International Labour Conference (ILC) has adopted a strong pandemic call to action. The plan, adopted with the unanimous support of government, trade union and employer representatives, fast-tracks implementation of the ILO Centenary Declaration. Read more

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