International Workers Memorial Day 2020 theme and significance of the day

International Workers' Memorial Day or Workers' Memorial Day is also kwn as International Commemoration Day for De and Injured. international event takes place yearly around globe on April 28. It is an international day of souvenir and action for workers killed, disabled, injured, or diseased by ir work.

International Workers' Memorial Day is an occasion to highlight preventable nature of most workplace disturbances and ill health and to support campaigns and union organisation in fight for vancements in workplace safety. Every year a particular me is been followed on this day. International Workers' Memorial Day 2020 me is coronavirus. 

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As world is currently facing coronavirus pandemic, TUC, Tre Union Health, has marked it as a me this year. pandemic has affected and is still affecting many workers regardless of sector or locality. Tens of thousands of workers worldwide have died. Numerous of m have fallen ill or continue to go to work risking ir lives. Many workers are still serving work ill-equipped and without certain safety measures in place. As one cant attend memorial events due to lockdown and as public garings around world are t vised or allowed, TUC urges members to take part in  collective day of remembrance and solidarity through an online stream. 

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Last year, me for International Workers' Memorial Day was taking control – removing dangerous substances from workplace. In 2018 me of Workers’ Memorial Day was 'unionised workplaces are safer workplaces'. Every year, TUC coordinates activities across country, publishing a comprehensive listing of events nationally and suggestions. 

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Workers' Memorial Day is recognised as a national day in many countries including Australia, Argentina, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Cana, Dominican Republic, Gibraltar, Ireland, Luxembourg, Panama, Peru, Portugal,  Spain, Thailand, Taiwan, United States and  United Kingdom. Tre unions in or countries including Benin, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Malta, Nepal, New Zealand, Romania and Singapore are pursuing government recognition. Although April 28 is used as focal point for memorial and a day of international solidarity, campaigning and or related activities continue throughout year right around world. 

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