JHL offers a modern channel for the unionisation of all wage and salary earners in the public sector and the welfare services sector. JHL provides an alternative to narrow, occupation-based representation of interests. It’s smart to join JHL already while studying. You need not walk alone!
The Finnish system for temporary lay-offs turned out to be flexible in comparison to many other European systems during the coronavirus pandemic. But financially it is less generous than many others.
Three big unemployment funds have undertaken preparations to merge. If things go as planned, the new fund should start operating by the beginning of 2022.
JHL has renewed its incentive system for member recruitment. Starting on the 1st of September, the JHL Awards will be more accessible to all members of the union.
Some 250 people sought advice from the Summer Job Helpline, run by the three Finnish trade union federations Akava, SAK and STTK.