PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #8710-12An idyllic image that seems to be anchored in the minds of many colleagues at headquarters. But life in a delegation has its advantages for those who like a change of scenery. The (not so idyllic) Life of Agents in Delegations and The role of the Head of Administration…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #9112 - 16"My main motivation was to fight against all injustices, collective and personal, to defend those who can't do it themselves and to speak up for them" It’s 2024 and USF is celebrating its 50th anniversary. I’ve been a member, through the USB, for around 30 years, I’ve…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #9039-55For women engaged in trade unions, the pursuit of work-life equilibrium takes on unique significance and complexity. In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern workplace, the concept of work-life balance has emerged as a pivotal concern for individuals across various professions. However, for women engaged in trade unions, the…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #8713-16A warning about the precariousness that seems to have crept into the European Patent Office in recent years. With about 95% permanent staff and “only” around 5% fixed-term employees, the EPO seems from the outside in “Splendid isolation” when compared to most of the other international and European organisations.…