“If we don’t fight, we’ll never win”

Willie is an ex-miner and lifelong trade unionist. He shares his journey from a stubborn 16-year-old entering the pits against his parents’ wishes to becoming a fierce advocate for workers’ rights. 

Growing up in a small mining community, where the job of hardship, danger and deep camaraderie were all what drew him to the lifestyle as a young lad.

Willie reflects on the realities of life underground, parents conflict, the fight for fair wages, the mining conditions, and the lasting impact of the industry on both people and place. 

A powerful conversation driven by class pride, unity and Willie’s belief that working people need to stand together.