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  • Membership for only 488 DKK/month
  • We are interdisciplinary - everyone is welcome 
  • Professional career counseling 
  • Quick and effective assistance for your job search
  • CV and application examples
  • Every 3rd labor union recommends us 
  • Attractive wage insurance starting from 79 DKK/month
  • Free for students
  • Self-employed are also welcome
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Do you have a friend, colleague, or family member whom you think could benefit from a membership in FTFa? Then all you have to do is talk to the person you want to recommend and get permission to recommend them. We'll take care of the rest. Once the recommended person has signed up, we'll thank you with a gift card worth 500 DKK.

It's as easy as that:

  1. You recommend FTFa.
  2. We contact the person.
  3. You receive a SuperGift card worth 500 DKK.

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ALREADY A MEMBER? RECOMMEND A NEW MEMBER AND RECEIVE 500 DKK

WHAT IS AN UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE (A-KASSE) IN DENMARK?

The a-kasse (unemployment insurance) system is a pivotal component of Denmark's social security framework. It's structured to extend financial aid and support to those experiencing temporary unemployment. Opting to join an a-kasse in Denmark constitutes a protective measure for employees, ensuring a financial cushion in times when they are not working.

THE DANISH UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE (A-KASSE) SYSTEM

Denmark's a-kasse system stands out for its voluntary participation model. While not obligatory, it's strongly advised that all employed individuals in Denmark consider membership, with a participation rate of 83% among the workforce. The key advantage of being part of an a-kasse is the eligibility for unemployment benefits, which are significantly more generous than the state's basic welfare assistance, in the event of job loss.
 
Beyond financial assistance, the Danish a-kasse system extends a range of career services to its members. These include job search guidance, career advice, and opportunities for skill enhancement through various courses. This comprehensive support model not only provides financial aid but also facilitates members' swift and effective reintegration into the job market.

LATEST ARTICLES

Our unemployment fund frequently publishes articles about working life, job searching, unemployment fund rules, and much more.

Stay tuned here, and become more knowledgeable about our unemployment fund world.

Articles in English
Looking for jobs / 06/09/2023

Hannah found her motivation and went from a recent graduate to a leader

When Hannah Tinggaard Nielsen applies for jobs as a recent graduate, she doesn't get interviews. This changes after a career counseling session with FTFa, as Hannah Tinggaard Nielsen discovers what motivates her in a job. Today, she sits on the...
Looking for jobs / 30/08/2023

Heidi took a break from her profession and gained new energy

After 32 years as a social worker, it turned out that an internship at a hotel restaurant was what was needed to rejuvenate Heidi Damsted. Here, she utilized her skills in a new way, and now she's back in the social work profession.
/ 06/06/2023

Are you interested in working as a volunteer at a festival while receiving unemployment benefits or early retirement benefits?

If you receive benefits from FTFa and wish to work as a volunteer at a festival, it is important to remember that you need approval from FTFa before starting the work. This applies whether you are receiving unemployment benefits or early retirement...
Ledig / 03/05/2023

Now you can choose how we should meet

Now, as an unemployed member, you can choose whether you want to meet with job advisors from the unemployment insurance fund over the phone, video call, or physically at our offices across the country.
Looking for jobs / 03/05/2023

Willpower and the right skills landed Henrik a new job

When Henrik Brink became unemployed at the age of 64, it was harder than he expected to be considered for a new job. However, he learned that skills weigh more than age, that a CV shouldn't be scattered in different directions, and that it takes...
Jobsøgning / 22/08/2022

Thea got a sparring partner - it led to a new job

For nearly half a year, Thea Frank sent applications and CVs to various companies without being called for an interview. She needed a sparring partner who could get her to the top of the pile. She found that at FTFa. And after targeting her CV and...

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