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How does a workplace go from one isolated union member to winning a significant pay rise in just a few…
How does a workplace go from one isolated union member to winning a significant pay rise in just a few…
From language schools to universities to international schools and all across Japan, the General Union had a fantastic year improving…
Congratulations to December’s Organizers of the Month at Okinawa International School The General Union proudly recognizes Paul, Matt, and Jimmy…
In mid-2023, it was confirmed that employee representative elections at various universities and schools operated by Educational Corporation Doshisha were being…
The General Union is challenging Kyoto International School (KIS) over the sudden dismissal of a long-serving teacher, highlighting concerns about…
In a recent case that highlights the power of organized labor, a dedicated teacher’s decision to join a union led…
The presentation covers rights and facts about Unlimited Term Contracts (UTCs) for university and private school teachers in Japan. If…
Working at Doshisha? Tell us about your working conditions so we can better help YOU! Click here for the Doshisha…
On the last day of January, about twenty union members, including representatives of Osaka Zenrokyo, held a small protest in…
Working at Doshisha? Tell us about your working conditions so we can better help YOU! Click here for the Doshisha…
Sunday, 10 September at 16:00 via ZOOM! All Welcome! RSVP your attendance or to ask for more information HERE The…
But we’re here to the very end! April 11, 2023 was the third and final witness examination in our unfair…
There are very few employers that the union has sued for unfair labour practices (Trade Union Law violations) when compared…
Protest Action at Nagoya International School Sunday, 25 September – 19:30 ONLINE Sign up to attend to defend our member whose…
The GU will soon begin a national survey of International Schools throughout Japan. We have found many problems in this…