What is to be done?

Stick Together

In today's episode, we amplify union voices from around the globe as the humanitarian crisis in Palestine escalates, affecting workers worldwide. We feature key speeches from the recent Trade Union Congress in the UK, including an impactful address by Shaher Saed, general secretary of the Palestinian General Federation of Trade Unions (PGFTU), and a stirring speech by Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the National Education Union (NEU). Additionally, we present a translated statement from Italy's Unione Sindacale Di Base (USB), highlighting a historic display of solidarity among unions, students, and grassroots organizations.Before diving into these speeches, we cover important union news, including the World Health Organization's new report on climate change and workplace heat stress, alarming trends in worker surveillance technology, and a recent decision by the Fair Work Commission regarding industrial action at Solvay Interox. Join us as we explore the intersection of labor rights and global crises, emphasizing that peace is indeed union business.