
Why Join UASA's Independent Professionals?
Working as a freelancer, consultant or independent contractor comes with many advantages and flexibilities, the fact that independent professionals do not fall into the traditional role of full-time employees working for a single employer under a contract of employment of indefinite length means that they are exposed to possible exploitation or unfair practices.

UASA’s Independent Professional Sector is uniquely positioned to assist Independent Professionals, Freelancers, Contractors and other multi-employer individuals with their contracts of employment
Benefits

Legal Smart
Legal advice, representation and assistance inclusive of remuneration matters. This includes legal representation in case of work contracts, civil litigation matters and assistance with employment contracts.

Funeral Benefit
Every active member automatically qualifies for the benefits under the scheme. You (as the member), are limited to one spouse and four children under the age of 21 who are solely dependent on the member

Maternity Benefit
Expecting mothers going on maternity leave must have been a member for 12 consecutive months at the birth of the baby to qualify for the UASA Maternity Leave benefit

UASA Call Center
086 100 8272 available 24/7/365 hosted by Europ Assistance. Services include Legal Advice; Medical Emergency, Crisis line, Roadside assistance and Teacher online. Services provided by Europ Assistance: UASA 24/7 for labour related queries. Legal advice (other than labour related).

Study Grants Scheme
UASA awards study grants annually through its Study Grant Scheme. It is a once-off grant intended to enable members or their children to further their studies. Preference is given to B Com, B SC and Medical disciplines or those studying at a technical college in the field of engineering, manufacturing or mining

UASA Financial Services
UASA established UASA Financial Services (Pty) Ltd. (UFS) to support members through their different life stages towards FINANCIAL WELLNESS. UFS aims to help you to BUILD, SECURE, and GROW your FINANCIAL WELLNESS so that you can eventually ENJOY it.
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