The Australian workers the union movement left behind
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Struggles for Recognition: LGBTQ+ in Unions
This chapter explores the early challenges faced by gay and lesbian workers in the union movement during the 1970s, focusing on their fight for acknowledgment and equality. It highlights significant milestones, including the Victorian Secondary Teachers Union's progressive stance against discrimination, while reflecting on the evolution of the union movement in Australia and the ongoing need for inclusivity and adaptation to contemporary issues.
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