by John Stevenson
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Norma Stephenson
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In the last six months of last year, 50 Iraqi
women were murdered under various social, religious
and political motives and pretexts, UNISON President
Norma Stephenson told the STUC as it agreed to mount
a campaign to support Iraqi unions and the Iraqi
Women's league petition.
UNISON plays an active role in the TUC Iraqi Solidarity
Committee, especially in campaigning against a decree
that prevents public sector workers from joining
a union.
"It is vital we publicise this important work as
the problems faced by ordinary Iraqi workers rarely
gets coverage in the mainstream media", said Norma.
Norma turned to the murders of women. "Iraqi women,
who are subjected to discrimination, oppression
and exploitation are today facing mass killings
because of the widespread terrorism targeting them",
said Norma.
"Despite the condemnation of these crimes, the
government and relevant authorities have not taken
the necessary measures against these criminals",
said Norma as she urged members to sign the Iraqi
Women's League online petition.
"I have had the honour of visiting Iraq and these
women are relying on our help", stressed Norma.
You can sign the petition from the link at www.unison-scotland.org.uk/women/
Scotland's
public service union
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