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Positive, essential, attainable: The theme of Human Rights Day 2025

… are our everyday essentials.  They shape our routines, our workplaces, our relationships and the possibilities available … and human rights are attainable. These values guide Unifor’s ongoing commitment to workers and communities … human rights truly are everyday essentials. For questions about equity work within Unifor, contact  @email or  @email …
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Unifor Social Justice Fund

… Unifor Social Justice Fund Image Unifor is committed to social … insecurity and support human rights.  For more information about the Social Justice Fund, please contact @email ABOUT … insecurity and support human rights.  For more information about the Social Justice Fund, please contact …
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Unifor Statement on Human Rights Day - 2018

… Unifor Statement on Human Rights Day - 2018 December 10, … defending and furthering human rights for all. The union’s social justice fund is one of many ways in which Unifor … 470 local unions across the country, and asked questions about the diversity of local membership, the executive …
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Unifor takes action to end human trafficking

… Unifor takes action to end human trafficking February 18, … operations. Educate yourself and raise awareness:  Learn about the signs of human trafficking and how it manifests in … a future where exploitation is never tolerated. Unifor Social Justice Fund in action Unifor is proud to support …
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SJF funds shelters

… March 23, 2016 Share Main Image Image Across the country, Unifor members delivered a $2,000 cheque to 72 women’s shelters … of women remains inadequate. “If we want to get serious about addressing women’s equality the government must take … of women remains inadequate. “If we want to get serious about addressing women’s equality the government must take …
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Unifor launches refugee sponsorship program with Lifeline Syria

… Unifor launches refugee sponsorship program with Lifeline … Canada, to assistance with accessing health, education and social services in the community. “Unifor is backing with … or Lifeline Syria . If you are interested in learning more about the Unifor’s Syrian refugee sponsorship, or if you …
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Statement: World Toilet Day 2025

… Statement: World Toilet Day 2025 November 13, 2025 Share Main Image … Image Sanitation in a Changing World On World Toilet Day, Unifor joins the global call to ensure everyone, everywhere … threaten to make this crisis worse.  Sanitation is not just about infrastructure; it’s about dignity, health, and …
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Unifor Celebrates a Decade of Global Impact with the Social Justice Fund

… Unifor Celebrates a Decade of Global Impact with the Social Justice Fund December 6, 2023 Share Main Image Image … Payne, Unifor National President. “Our support is not just about aid, it's about solidarity with communities in Canada … Payne, Unifor National President. “Our support is not just about aid, it's about solidarity with communities in Canada …
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World Day for Social Justice 2025 - Webinar

… World Day for Social Justice 2025 - Webinar Share Main Image … 2pm EST To mark the 2025  UN World Day for Social Justice , Unifor’s International & Social Justice Fund Department will be holding a special webinar for members to hear about some of the important international projects currently …
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Roméo Dallaire presented with Unifor Nelson Mandela Award

… Roméo Dallaire presented with Unifor Nelson Mandela Award August 20, 2019 Share Main Image … those killed were Tutsis and moderate Hutus. Dellaire wrote about his experiences in Rwanda in his 2003 book, Shake … those killed were Tutsis and moderate Hutus. Dellaire wrote about his experiences in Rwanda in his 2003 book, Shake …
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Unifor Statement on International Human Rights Day

… Unifor Statement on International Human Rights Day December … Unifor can be a beacon of hope for better.  The union’s Social Justice Fund (SJF) continues to sponsor projects … the union, email @email or @email , and for information about the Unifor Social Justice Fund , email @email .     …
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Statement on International Human Rights Day

… Main Image Image On this International Human Rights Day, Unifor reaffirms our commitment to standing with workers, … the union, email  @email  or  @email , and for information about the  Unifor Social Justice Fund , email  @email .   …  or  women@unifor.org , and for information about the  Unifor Social Justice Fund , email  …
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Unifor continues to promote equity with federal Anti-Racism grant

… Unifor continues to promote equity with federal Anti-Racism … exists to help address barriers to employment, justice and social participation among Indigenous Peoples, racialized … create progressive change for a better future. Information about the union's response to the pandemic, as well as …
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Unifor Social Justice Fund gives $75k to Gaza

… Unifor Social Justice Fund gives $75k to Gaza August 21, 2014 Share … providing urgent care to the wounded. For more information about the ITUC appeal and how to donate, visit … providing urgent care to the wounded. For more information about the ITUC appeal and how to donate, visit …
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Unifor visits refugee camp

… Unifor visits refugee camp July 28, 2016 Share Main Image … international partner of UNHCR, donating funds from its Social Justice Fund to help assist Syrian refugee families … go to school and a sense of hope for the future. “This is about opening our hearts and opening our wallets,” said …
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities

… November 17, 2015 Share Main Image Image Around the world over a billion people are living with disabilities and … with Disabilities.  It is a theme that our union embraces.  Unifor has long recognized that promoting an understanding … change misperceptions and counter stigma and stereotyping about persons with disabilities. We seek to build solidarity …
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Unifor donates $450,000 to MSF for work in Gaza, India and Mexico

… Unifor donates $450,000 to MSF for work in Gaza, India and … to respond to the immediate health, mental health, psychosocial and emergency response needs, and to carry out … create progressive change for a better future. Information about the union's response to the pandemic, as well as …
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Harrowing stories told on Gaza webinar

… Harrowing stories told on Gaza webinar June 14, 2021 Share Main Image Image Unifor members on a recent webinar heard harrowing stories about life in Gaza for Palestinians denied clean drinking … Unifor members on a recent webinar heard harrowing stories about life in Gaza for Palestinians denied clean drinking …
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Tough talk needed with Mexican president

… the Huffington Post. I have made no secret of my respect for our new Prime Minister, especially after the disdain I … human rights abuses – while Justin Trudeau publicly talks about being such good friends with Mexican President … poverty that keeps desperate workers from demanding more. Unifor, through its Social Justice Fund, works with many …
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Roundtable on taking action against racism and Islamophobia

… our continued commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Unifor will be convening a special  National Roundtable on … goal of this roundtable is to engage in an open discussion about the role of the labour movement in combatting racism, … goal of this roundtable is to engage in an open discussion about the role of the labour movement in combatting racism, …
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BC Regional Council mobilizes against scab labour

… labour October 21, 2023 Share Main Image Image The ninth Unifor B.C. Regional Council opened with remarks from Alec Dan … to workers, and not to employers. After the Minister’s talk about the gains in the province, BCRC delegates took to the … to workers, and not to employers. After the Minister’s talk about the gains in the province, BCRC delegates took to the …
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New Member Booklet

… New Member Booklet Image With your membership in Unifor, you are united with 315,000 workers from every major … Act as your representative to the employer; Educate you about your rights and your union; Provide opportunities to … Act as your representative to the employer; Educate you about your rights and your union; Provide opportunities to …
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