Colombian trade union leader assassinated27 March, 2008SINTRACARBON, the trade union to which the assassinated leader belonged, has condemned the killing and demanded the capture of those responsible. The IMF has demanded respect for human rights and trade union rights in Colombia.
Court rules that Cananea strike is legal15 April, 2008In an example of leadership, Napoleón Gómez has sent a message of encouragement, support and solidarity to workers of the union's section 65, at Cananea, who have been on strike for eight months.
IMF Ford Network builds cross-border solidarity14 May, 2009Trade union network representing Ford workers across all regions emerges stronger.
Financial crisis intensifies attacks on workers' rights11 June, 2009ITUC Annual Survey of Trade Union Rights Violations reports on worsening situation for workers.
Strike at Volvo Brazil16 May, 2012After pay talks with Volvo stalled, the Greater Curitiba Metalworkers' Union has called a strike for an indefinite period.
IndustriAll European trade union launched17 May, 2012Three federations merge to become IndustriAll European trade union, demanding industrial growth and more jobs.
Rally in Chicago on the eve of the G8 Summit14 May, 2012Supporters are gearing up for a massive march and rally in Chicago on May 18, 2012 for the Robin Hood tax and against government austerity measures. Registered nurses, labour, community, and Occupy Wall Street activists will gather in a major rally in Chicago to kick off protests on the eve of the G8 and NATO summits.
