NUPGE publishes new paper in Diversity and Inclusion in Our Unions series:...
Despite legislation that would say otherwise, the fight for gender equality is not over in Canada.Ottawa (23 Jan. 2020) ― The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) has published the...
View ArticleOver 8,000 women in Glasgow to strike over gender-based pay discrimination in...
"To our Sisters, the 390,000 members of NUPGE support you in this struggle, and thank you for your commitment and courage. Workers around the world will benefit from your efforts." — Larry Brown, NUPGE...
View ArticleInternational Court of Justice orders Myanmar to protect Rohingya
The ruling signals an important step forward in ending the genocide against the Rohingya people.The Hague (28 Jan. 2020) ― Last week, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) made an initial ruling in...
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Environmental and Climate Change: A Gender Perspective
Download PDF: Environmental and Climate Change - A Gender Perspective.pdfA backgrounder on the gendered impacts of environmental and climate change, and women's contributions to...
View ArticleClimate change is not gender neutral
Women and marginalized communities are more likely to experience negative effects of environmental and climate change and to face barriers in adapting.Ottawa (3 Feb. 2020) — Environmental issues...
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IWD 2020: Addressing gender-based violence over generations
As we celebrate International Women's Day (IWD), it is important to acknowledge that we still have much work to do. But today, we also take the time to celebrate the gains that have been made.Ottawa (4...
View ArticleAmidst COVID-19 pandemic, we are likely to see a rise in domestic violence
In this time of high stress and growing uncertainty, and as people are spending more time in their homes, the risk of domestic violence is high. Employers and governments must ensure the proper...
View ArticlePay equity matters not only during a crisis, but year-round
Now is the time for genuine action and follow-through, not simply rhetoric.Ottawa (31 Mar. 2020) — The present crisis is exposing (and, in some cases, exacerbating) the cracks in our systems, including...
View ArticlePolling confirms gendered impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
The proportion of Canadians who are “very worried” (32%) about losing their income is higher among women (36%).Ottawa (7 April 2020) ― The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) has...
View ArticlePandemic underscores the value of child care
“On behalf of NUPGE, thank you to our members in the child care field, who are doing critical work during these difficult times. We see you and we are grateful for your service.” — Larry Brown, NUPGE...
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