The General Union is a legally registered labour/trade union, part of the Japanese labour union movement, and we are open to workers of any category or nationality. Since it was founded in 1991, our union has established a solid reputation for protecting its members' rights and improving their working conditions. We are workers like you who have joined together to protect our livelihoods and rights as workers. As a union, we are able to provide our members advice on workplace issues, and we actively help our members to organize and negotiate in their workplaces. read more about us
The General Union is holding an open discussion on health and pension issues. The forum is intended for those working in universities, colleges, high schools and elementary schools. It will specifical ...read more
In announcing cash payouts to stimulate the economy, the government has overlooked a major group of taxpayers - foreigners holding working permits. The General Union takes exception to this and has ...read more
ECC, like many Japanese companies, provides school management staff and office employees with special paid leave to cover events such as family deaths and weddings. The union believes ECC should exten ...read more
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- October 26, 1945 Hilary Clinton born ...read more
G Education (branded as Nova) is up and running with more and more schools opening. Now is the chance for teachers to take a stand and demand a fair voice in ...read more
