A labor union has been established at Wemade ahead of a major shareholder change scheduled for October 30. The union plans to demand job security, improved working conditions, and the continuation of key business operations in light of employment uncertainties arising from the transition.
The Chemical Food Workers Union's Wemade branch announced its official launch on September 30. This branch is affiliated with the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions.
The formation of the union comes as Wemade prepares for a significant shift in its ownership structure. Founder Park Kwan-ho has decided to sell his entire stake, raising concerns about potential changes in governance and organizational operations.
The union stated, "Concerns among members regarding possible restructuring and downsizing following the change in major shareholders are growing." It also noted that the company's explanations regarding future operations and job security have been insufficient.
Issues related to performance bonuses, wage systems, and employee benefits have also been raised. The union claims that these policies have been determined or altered without transparent criteria. The need for a representative organization to convey employees' voices to management and negotiate with executives influenced the decision to form the union.
The union plans to prepare for collective bargaining with the company. Key demands include opposition to restructuring and layoffs during the shareholder transition and organizational restructuring, protection of working conditions, and improvements to the performance bonus system.
The union also intends to request prior consultation with management if there are changes to major business directions. Specifically, it aims to confirm the continuity of employment and the existence of key business divisions, including the Wemix project.
The Wemade branch stated, "We will no longer remain passive entities entrusting our lives to the company's unilateral decisions. We will leverage our organized strength to eliminate job insecurity and create a fair and healthy workplace."
A Wemade representative said, "We officially received notice of the union's establishment on September 30. The company respects the rights of the union and will comply with relevant laws and procedures, aiming to foster a constructive labor-management relationship through mutual respect and open dialogue."
Meanwhile, the Chemical Food Workers Union includes unions from major domestic gaming companies such as Neople, Nexon, Smilegate, NC, Webzen, and Netmarble.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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