Big win against asbestos in Indonesia
The Indonesian campaign against asbestos has achieved a landmark victory in a recent Supreme Court case advocating for mandatory labelling of asbestos-containing materials, highlighting the risks of exposure.
Workers in Indonesia are gearing up for a just energy transition
Watch: Colin Long, an expert in climate change, energy policy, and just transition at Victoria Trades Hall Council, recently visited Indonesia to provide essential training on climate justice and just transition to members of the Indonesian Trade Union Confederation (KSPI) and the Confederation of Indonesia Prosperity Trade Union (KSBSI).
Indonesian unions fighting for a ‘just transition’
Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA is working with the Indonesian Trade Union Confederation (KSPI) and Confederation of Indonesian Prosperity Trade Union (KSBSI) to ensure a just transition for workers and their communities in the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy.
Diagnosing asbestos-related diseases in Indonesia
The World Health Organization estimates that 1,661 people die from asbestos disease in Indonesia every year, including 1,368 lung cancer cases and 225 mesothelioma cases. Yet, according to health system statistics, there have been no asbestos deaths and just six asbestos compensation claims.
One step closer to listing asbestos in Rotterdam Convention
The Rotterdam Convention needs urgent reform to list asbestos as a hazardous substance.