An Overview of the Humanity Fund

The Steelworkers Humanity Fund is an international development agency created by the United Steelworkers at the Union’s Canadian Policy Conference in 1985. It began as a unique union-based response to the Ethiopian famine crisis of 1984. The basic mechanism generating funds is through a collectively bargained one penny for every hour worked by bargaining unit members, or about 40 cents per week per member.... more

Bulletin #20 November 2009

The Steelworkers Humanity Fund at Work in Bolivia... more

Is Olympic Clothing Made with Sweatshop Labour?

Unfortunately, Olympic skiers aren’t the only ones in a race to the bottom… In the run-up to the February Vancouver Winter Olympic Games, an international coalition of worker rights organizations is releasing its rating of commitments made by major sportswear brands to eliminate sweatshop abuses in their global supply chains. The ratings ... more

Canadian Steelworkers Respond to Tragedy in Haiti

USW Offers Support, Solidarity after Devastating Quake RELEASE, 14 JAN. 2010 – The United Steelworkers union is providing immediate financial aid, extending condolences and pledging future support to the people of Haiti following the tragic earthquake in the Caribbean country. "On behalf of our international officers, leaders and our 1.2 ... more