Autonomia Operaia

Autonomia Operaia was a far-left political movement that emerged in Italy during the late 1960s and 1970s. It centered on the idea of workers’ self-management and sought to empower labor and grassroots organizations against traditional unions and political parties. Advocating for direct democracy and social autonomy, the movement was notable for its militant protests and emphasis on radical social change. Autonomia Operaia attracted a diverse group of activists, including students and intellectuals, and contributed to a broader cultural and political discourse about labor rights, social justice, and anti-capitalism during a tumultuous period in Italian history.