Directors’ statement for truth and reconciliation
The USW encourages all Steelworkers to attend events held nationwide, learn more about past injustices and commit to combatting injustices that last into the present.
Creating equity
Changes in the workforce have demanded that unions remain representative and responsive. By applying the principles of equality, justice, dignity and respect within the union, the United Steelworkers has promoted human rights since its beginning. Steelworkers understand that everyone is entitled to the same rights and freedoms, regardless of race, religion, gender, age or sexual orientation.
Human Rights Committee Guide
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Calendar of religious and special days
Use this calendar to recognize special holidays of many faiths and plan local union meetings and events so that all members may attend.
Human rights & equity photos
View the Human Rights & Equity photo gallery on Flickr.
Featured resources
D6 LGBTQ2SIA+ Inclusion Tool
July 27, 2022
D6 LGBTQ2SIA+ Inclusion Tool
USW Bargaining Guide for Advancing Indigenous Rights – Revised June 2022
July 20, 2017
USW Bargaining Guide for Advancing Indigenous Rights – Revised June 2022
Equality Agenda: Our Policy on Human Rights
August 4, 2010
Equality Agenda: Our Policy on Human Rights
News
Reminder – Register today for the Racial Justice Summit in Langley, B.C.
The USW National Anti-Racism Committee is hosting the first Racial Justice Summit, an educational event on October 14-15, 2026, in Langley, B.C. This event is part of the committee’s work to promote racial justice education for Steelworkers members. District 3 members assigned to the committee are leading the way in organizing this educational event to […]
Steelworkers join Canadian and Mexican unions in calling for improved labour rights protections in trade negotiations between Mexico, Canada and U.S.
Unions and labour activists from across Canada, Mexico and the United States are united in their demand that stronger protections for workers’ rights must be included in any new trade deal negotiated between the governments. Multinational corporations continue to pit workers against each other in a race to the bottom across the three countries. Pro-employer […]
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United Steelworkers Statement of Principles on Indigenous Issues
May 27, 2026
United Steelworkers Statement of Principles on Indigenous Issues
2026 Calendar of Religious and Special Days
December 1, 2025
2026 Calendar of Religious and Special Days
Poster for March 8, International Women’s Day
March 7, 2025
Poster for March 8, International Women’s Day
Hygiene facility regulations and requirements by jurisdiction
December 16, 2024
Hygiene facility regulations and requirements by jurisdiction
The effects of racism and systemic racism on overall health
December 3, 2024
The effects of racism and systemic racism on overall health
How unions can support members with family responsibilities
October 23, 2024
How unions can support members with family responsibilities
Justice Conference 2024 materials
September 23, 2024
Justice Conference 2024 materials
Building Trust, Becoming Allies: Practical ways for USW local unions to engage with Indigenous members and Indigenous communities
June 14, 2024
Building Trust, Becoming Allies: Practical ways for USW local unions to engage with Indigenous members and Indigenous communities