A Tale of Two Teachers: Why Employment Status Matters
Ellie and Maria, both excited to teach English in Japan, joined ECC and NOVA, respectively. Little did they know how…
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Fighting for Job Security: General Union’s Battle in Higher Education
The General Union is leading a crucial fight for employment security in Japan’s higher education sector. Our ongoing legal battles…
General Union Takes Stand for University and College Workers’ Rights
The General Union is at the forefront of protecting workers’ rights in the university and college sector, including those employed…
Kyoto International School’s Dismissal Raises Alarming Questions
The General Union is challenging Kyoto International School (KIS) over the sudden dismissal of a long-serving teacher, highlighting concerns about…
How Nine Union Members Transformed Their Workplace: General Union ALC Branch Wins Big Victory
In a remarkable demonstration of what dedication, unity, and strategic action can achieve, the General Union’s ALC branch has secured…
Osaka University Management Witnesses’ Testimony Backfires in Court
The lawsuit at Osaka District Court concerning Osaka University’s (Handai) refusal to convert long-serving part-time lecturers to unlimited-term employment has…
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…
Canadian Embassy Finally Joins Japanese Employment Insurance System
For months, we’ve been reporting an unusual situation at the Canadian Embassy in Japan. The story took a significant turn…
Empower Yourself: Join Our IT/Tech Rights Info Session
Are you navigating the complex world of tech employment in Japan? The General Union invites you and your colleagues to…
Shakai Hoken: More Than Just Health Coverage
How Japan’s social insurance system provides peace of mind and financial relief for both routine and chronic health issues Many…
Maternity Leave and the 29.5 Hour Eikaiwa Dance
A testimonial from union member Leslie One thing my grandmother taught me was to always be prepared for what’s ahead.…
From Advocate to Beneficiary: The story of a union leader & paraplegic
-The real benefits only available through shakai hoken- Dennis Tesolat, General Secretary of the General Union, never imagined he’d become…
Empower Yourself: Join Our IT/Tech Workers’ Rights Seminar
Are you an IT or tech professional in Japan looking to understand your workplace rights better? The General Union invites…
Shocking Union Repression Exposed: 89 Workers Arrested in Japan’s Concrete Industry
This press conference at the Foreign Correspondents’ Club of Japan exposes the severe repression faced by the Kan’nama (Kansai Namakon…
General Union’s Groundbreaking ALT Survey Gains National Attention
The General Union’s comprehensive survey on Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) in Japan has garnered significant attention, including a feature in…