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AFT Resolution

UKRAINE DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE

RESOLVED, that the American Federation of Teachers will stand in solidarity with the workers of Ukraine in their fight for a free, secure, democratic and pluralistic country, free from outside interference; and

RESOLVED, that the AFT oppose the IMF austerity plan for Ukraine, with its harsh measures driving down workers' living conditions; and

RESOLVED, that the AFT support Ukrainian teachers' demands for higher wages, a shorter work-day, better working conditions and a full right to strike; and

RESOLVED, that the AFT will work with Education International and Public Services International in our joint efforts to build the capacity of independent teachers' unions and other public sector unions in Ukraine.

(2014)

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