Where are workers now, three years into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine?27 February, 2025<p>For decades, Ukraine’s coal miners have been the backbone of the nation’s energy sector, fueling homes, industries and progress with their labour. But today, their struggle is not only for fair wages and working conditions it is for survival, dignity and the hope of rebuilding their shattered lives. Among them, the Trade Union of Coal Industry Workers of Ukraine (Ukrvugleprofspilka) an IndustriALL affiliate—stands as their last line of defense, fighting for their rights in this harsh reality.</p>
Mobilize for gender equality27 February, 2025<p>The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, turning 30 this year, has been key in driving a new women’s rights and a gender equality agenda. However, the UN highlights that despite significant strides, progress on gender equality, the rights and empowerment of all women and girls remain slow.</p>
The ITUC’s Just Transition and Climate department (JTC) is calling for tenders27 February, 2025<p>The ITUC’s Just Transition and Climate department (JTC) is calling for tenders for the:Development of a Just Transition Manifesto for the Textile and Garment sector.</p>
Holcim workers on strike for over 70 days in Peru21 February, 2025Workers at Compañía Minera Agregados Calcáreos S.A. (Comacsa), which is owned by Holcim, have been on strike for over 70 days demanding that the multinational agree to the terms of the union’s proposed collective bargaining agreement.
Three years of war: Ukraine’s unbreakable spirit20 February, 2025<p>On 24 February 2022, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine unleashed devastation that has ruined hundreds of thousands of lives. Now, three years later, cities lie in ruins, families remain torn apart and countless lives are lost, yet Ukrainian people have stood resolute. Their courage, defiance and unyielding spirit continue to shine through dark times.</p>
Unjust conviction of Korean unionists at Hanwha Ocean 20 February, 2025<p>The Tongyeong Branch of Changwon District Court in South Korea has convicted 28 subcontracted shipbuilding workers at Hanwha Ocean of "obstruction of business" following their 51-day strike in 2022, part of their struggle for union recognition.</p>
Binding agreements are key to progress 20 February, 2025<p>IndustriALL’s delegation at the 2025 OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector in Paris earlier this month underscored the growing consensus that voluntary commitments are failing workers; legally binding agreements are the way forward. Trade unions at the forum, brand representatives and other stakeholders discussed the pressing need for accountability, mandatory due diligence and the role of collective action in ensuring responsible business practices.</p>
Youth calls for inclusion in decision-making bodies 19 February, 2025<p>IndustriALL youth working group in South East Asia, East Asia and Pacific (SEA2PAC) is urging unions to take steps to include more youth in decision-making bodies to address young workers' concerns.</p>
IndustriALL Global Union is looking for a regional officer for cross-sectoral issues and policy for Southeast Asia office18 February, 2025<p>This full-time position is based in Malaysia, with some travel required, particularly in the region covered by the office.</p>
Indonesia unions calling for replacement of Omnibus Law 14 February, 2025<p>IndustriALL Global Union Indonesia affiliates collectively calls on the Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto, to replace the controversial Omnibus Law with a worker-friendly labour law. </p>
