The tech, media and gaming industry is renowned for its trendy offices and lavish perks. However, too few employees enjoy the security and influence that come with collective agreements. It's high time more companies adopt these agreements to ensure fair and stable working conditions.
Unionen organizes webinars and networking events for those working in tech and gaming at workplaces without collective agreements. Learn more about how you and your colleagues can gain more influence at work and secure fair conditions.
In this webinar you will gain insights from real-life experiences shared by individuals who have been directly involved in strike situations. Together, we will explore how the preparation process works, what takes place during a strike, and the challenges that can arise along the way.
You will get practical tips and success factors—both for members and union representatives—to help you feel more prepared and confident if you face a similar situation.
Time: September 11 at 12.00-13.00
Place: Online via Teams
Your employer may offer various benefits when you are hired. These might include the right to a bonus , the option to work from home, a company car or reduced working hours. But how certain can you be that you’ll get to keep these benefits?
In this webinar, we walk through the differences between benefits regulated by agreements, by internal policies, and by your employment contract — and what rights you have as an employee.
Time: September 24 at 12.00-13.00
Place: Online via Teams
We will cover the basics of the Swedish labor market model, what sets Sweden apart from other countries, and why collective agreements and union membership are important elements of job security.
We’ll also discuss how you, as an employee, can participate and influence your workplace—and what applies in cases of layoffs and severance agreements. In addition, we’ll explain how the unemployment insurance fund ( a-kassa ) and the Swedish Social Insurance Agency (Försäkringskassan) work, and how union income insurance can provide extra financial security.
Time: October 8 at 12.00-13.00
Place: Online via Teams
AI's impact on society, including work, is a hotly debated topic. Some say AI will bring a new age of productivity to workers, others worry about robots taking jobs from humans. Unionen sees both opportunities and risks, while the issues are complex. However, Unionen believes that the Swedish labor market model can contribute to a successful implementation of AI at work.
In this webinar, we'll cover facts about AI, opportunities and risks, and present Unionen's approach to regulating AI while reaping the benefits of this technological shift.
Time: October 22 at 12.00-13.00
Place: Online via Teams
Layoffs can happen in any company, and it’s important to understand the process. In this webinar we’ll break down what typically happens, what to expect, and what’s important to keep in mind.
We’ll guide you through the process from start to finish, covering the information you receive and the influence you have at the different stages. Additionally, we’ll compare how the process unfolds in companies with or without a collective agreement and what transitional support is available.
Time: November 12 at 12.00-13.00
Place: Online via Teams
Join us for a digital mingling where you can connect with both new and familiar faces from the industry and engage in interesting discussions.
It’s also a perfect chance to ask any questions you may have, share your opinions, concerns and learn from others in the field.
Time: November 26 at 12.00-13.00
Place: Online via Teams
In this webinar, you will learn how you can influence your salary, which tools and resources are available and what protection you have with and without a collective agreement.
Time: December 2 at 12.00-13.00
Place: Online via Teams
The webinars are aimed at those working in tech, media, and gaming and not covered by collective agreements. Do you have a colleague who is not yet a member of Unionen? Encourage them to participate in those webinars!
If you have a colleague who isn't yet a member of Unionen, it might be a good idea to let them know about the benefits of joining. Unionen provides a range of support and resources that can be very helpful in navigating work-related challenges.
