Activists organise forum on global fight against dust diseases
A thought-provoking forum was held in Sydney on August 24 about the global campaign to stop diseases caused by silica and asbestos.
Study tour visits occupied Palestine
In early August, the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network and Union Aid Abroad – APHEDA organised a study tour for seven Australian unionists to visit Palestine.
APHEDA study tour to Timor Leste a huge success
Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA took 12 members to Timor Leste for a week in August to visit its projects and meet with union leaders, women and farmers who are organising for change.
Referendum date announced: Join us in voting YES!
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the date for the referendum on the Voice to Parliament. Here are three reasons why Union Aid Abroad is standing with First Nations people in calling for a YES vote.
Urgent call for justice and action on Myanmar
The Myanmar Campaign Network is urging the Australian Government to impose a second round of sanctions on state-owned enterprises and banks that fund the junta’s atrocities, as well as travel bans on senior military officials to ensure that those responsible for human rights violations are held accountable.
Cambodia details plans to ban asbestos in 2025; Asia urged to follow suit
The Cambodian government has released details about how a proposed asbestos ban will come into effect, including details for action, a timeline for a ban and management of related issues.