GABA Instructors are Employees!
On October 1, 2023, GABA introduced the government’s new Invoicing System as a requirement for all instructors. In response to…
Do You Have a Copy of Your Contract and Working Regulations?
“Do you have a copy of your contract and working regulations?” This question always comes before any member consultation can…
Labour Update Bulletin #176
This bulletin contains information on law changes that have either passed, or are being discussed, in parliament, court decisions, and…
Join us in Court to Support GU Members at Osaka University Fighting Job Security!
Join us October 26 from 10:30 and stand in solidarity with General Union members at the Osaka District Court against…
In Session at the Fukuoka Office: Labor Consultation Volunteer Training Course!
The General Union’s Fukuoka Office recently organized its second Labor Consultation Volunteer Training Course on October 19th. This action is…
Can I Distribute Union Materials in the Workplace Without my Employer’s Permission?
Some employers stipulate in their employment regulations that “employees need prior permission to hold meetings, speeches, or distribute written material…
Managing Overwork for Teachers at private schools
Union members working in private elementary, and junior and senior high schools got together to share ideas about how to…
URGENT CALL TO ACTION: Stand Up Against Foreign Worker Discrimination at NOVA!
To become a plaintiff in this case, or just simply to lend your name to our fight, click here. Read on…
Labour Update Bulletin #175
This bulletin contains information on law changes that have either passed, or are being discussed, in parliament, court decisions, and…
General Union Hybrid Symposium: Voices of Women in Struggle
All are welcome to join the General Union in conversation with 3 women about their struggles and successes as politicians,…
Labour Update Bulletin #174
This bulletin contains information on law changes that have either passed, or are being discussed, in parliament, court decisions, and…
Collective Bargaining Underway with Wayfarer Hotels!
Wayfarer employees have made a strong start with General Union, getting the working regulations established at their company in just…
Advance Application for Taking Annual Paid Leave: How Many Days Notice is Really Necessary?
Many companies require workers to apply any number of days, weeks, months in advance for annual paid leave in their…
Inflation is on the rise!
The cost of basic necessities is rising at an unprecedented level, hitting the pockets of every consumer. From paper towels…
Private School Union Members Yearly Survey Results!
The Private Schools Branch has continued the yearly tradition of having the members take a survey to understand our members’…