Industrial Workers of the World Australia

The Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) Australia was a branch of an international labor organization founded in 1905, advocating for workers' rights through industrial unionism and direct action. It aimed to unite all workers, regardless of trade, to challenge oppressive working conditions and capitalism. The IWW promoted solidarity, collective bargaining, and better wages and working hours. In Australia, it sought to empower workers and challenge employer and government control, often embracing militant tactics. While its influence fluctuated over time, it remains a significant part of labor history for advocating radical change and workers' collective power.