CUBA SOLIDARITY

RMT helpline 0800 376 3706 :: march 2023 :: RMTnews 28 “Your branch can help break the inhumane US blockade of Cuba by af昀liating to the Cuba Solidarity Campaign and supporting the Braille machine appeal. The RMT has a proud history of internationalism and our solidarity can make a real difference to the Cuban people who are suffering shortages caused by more than six decades of cruel sanctions.” Mick Lynch, RMT General Secretary RMT solidarity with Cuba RMT solidarity with Cuba Help break the US blockade Help break the US blockade Show your solidarity by af昀liating your branch and supporting the Braille machine appeal today Why international solidarity is more important than ever The Cuban people have suffered under the US blockade for more than 60 years. It has cost their economy more than $1.3 trillion and causes severe shortages in basic necessities including food, fuel and medicines which impact on the most vulnerable in society. In November 2022, the world voted overwhelmingly (185-2) at the United Nations to end the blockade. Yet it remains in place. President Biden has failed to reverse the majority of Donald Trump’s 243 extra punitive sanctions, which tightened the blockade to unprecedented levels. As the island recovers from the impact of COVID-19, international solidarity is now more important than ever. Break the blockade support the Braille machines for Cuba appeal Although Cuba has a world renowned, free education system and an excellent network of schools for blind and visually impaired children, the US blockade hinders their development. Materials and equipment often have to be sourced via third countries at in昀ated costs. This appeal provides Braille machines which can make a huge difference to a child’s life. They are purchased refurbished from the Royal National College for the Blind and distributed to schools across Cuba.