Fighting for Unlimited Term Contracts: GU takes International Learning Center to Court
The General Union has taken International Learning Center (ILC) to court after ILC suddenly changed our members fifth contract to…
The General Union has taken International Learning Center (ILC) to court after ILC suddenly changed our members fifth contract to…
As of 1 October 2024, more workers than ever are eligible for Shakai Hoken (Employee Health and Pension Insurance). The…
The tech industry is rapidly evolving, but workers’ rights remain constant. Our ‘Tech Workers’ Rights: Empower Yourself’ presentation offers a…
Are you enrolled in Employee Health and Pension Insurance (Shakai Hoken)? If not, you might be missing out on a…
From October 2024, companies with 51 or more employees already enrolled in Shakai Hoken will be required to enroll additional…
On October 10, the General Union continues our battle at Yamaguchi Gakuen to recover the wages and benefits of our…
How Japan’s High-Cost Medical Expense System caps out-of-pocket costs, eases financial burden, and allows patients to focus on recovery I…
Ellie and Maria, both excited to teach English in Japan, joined ECC and NOVA, respectively. Little did they know how…
The General Union is leading a crucial fight for employment security in Japan’s higher education sector. Our ongoing legal battles…
The General Union is at the forefront of protecting workers’ rights in the university and college sector, including those employed…
The General Union is challenging Kyoto International School (KIS) over the sudden dismissal of a long-serving teacher, highlighting concerns about…
In a remarkable demonstration of what dedication, unity, and strategic action can achieve, the General Union’s ALC branch has secured…
The lawsuit at Osaka District Court concerning Osaka University’s (Handai) refusal to convert long-serving part-time lecturers to unlimited-term employment has…
Have you ever wondered: We have the answers and more! Everyone is welcome to attend any of our contract workshops…
For months, we’ve been reporting an unusual situation at the Canadian Embassy in Japan. The story took a significant turn…
Are you navigating the complex world of tech employment in Japan? The General Union invites you and your colleagues to…