What Makes a Good Contract? Find out at our September Contract Workshop Series!
Have you ever wondered: We have the answers and more! Everyone is welcome to attend any of our contract workshops…
New Labor Consultation Series Launches in Fukuoka First Session: “Are you getting the paid leave you’re legally entitled to?”
The General Union Fukuoka Office is kicking off a new series of labor consultations, with the first face-to-face session scheduled…
Are You Ready for the Change? October 2024 is Coming Soon
Most General Union members work in irregular or part-time employment. We now have some important news that could significantly impact…
Upcoming 6th Labor Consultation Volunteer Training Course Information
Please note this is a Japanese language event The 6th “Labor Consultation Volunteer Training Course” will be held on Sunday,…
Maximize Your Time with Your Newborn: What You Need to Know About Childcare Leave in Japan
If you’re on employee health insurance and pension, you may already know that you (or your spouse, if you’re the…
Working at a University? We Have Five Reasons Why YOU Should be in the Union
We are often asked by potential recruits, “What is the biggest reason to join the General Union as a university…
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…
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…
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…
Qualified Invoice Issuer: What English Teachers Need to Know
You may have heard from your company by now about QII (Qualified Invoice Issuer), a new system that allows companies…
To NDA Or To NOT NDA ?
Whether you work for an Eikawa, an international school, at a university or any other kind of language school, you…
A Unionist’s Qualms with Quiet Quitting
A Unionist’s Qualms with Quiet Quitting By Fredrick Henley Quiet quitting – the act of putting in the least amount…
A Cool 50: GU end-of-summer University Campaign – Hands Off Our Koma! Don’t touch!
Part-time GU members at 50 universities and colleges are demanding that their employers do not cut any koma (lessons) from…
Word to the Wise: Don’t Offer to Quit!
“Dear General Union, Yesterday at work, I was called into my manager’s office and we had an argument over a…