This year’s International Solidarity Report comes in a time of increasing global turmoil and political instability that’s being met with inspiring solidarity.Inequality is growing, human rights are under increasing attack, and authoritarianism, corruption and corporate greed are on the rise. It can feel overwhelming, frightening and discouraging. But we can draw strength and inspiration from the powerful waves of resistance across the globe. Workers and community members are standing in solidarity for their rights and building a future where we can all live in justice and peace.
Communities around the world are urgently mobilizing for democracy, justice, peace, self-determination and liberation. This report highlights resistance struggles in Canada, Colombia, Cuba, Guatemala, Honduras, Palestine and the Philippines.
CUPE’s constitution commits our union “to promote peace and freedom in the world and to work with free and democratic labour movements everywhere.” As we continue to organize alongside our partners for peace and justice, it is more important than ever to oppose war and Canada’s complicity in injustice.
There is strength in solidarity. We hope you read this report and join us in building our power with workers around the world. Together, we will overcome our collective challenges and build a better world.