Deutsche Gewerkschaftsbund (DGB)

The Deutsche Gewerkschaftsbund (DGB) is Germany’s main umbrella organization for trade unions, representing a wide range of workers across various industries. It coordinates efforts to improve workers’ rights, wages, working conditions, and social justice. The DGB negotiates with employers and policymakers to advocate for fair labor standards and social protections. Founded in 1949, it plays a key role in shaping labor policies and fostering solidarity among its member unions. Overall, the DGB works to ensure that workers’ voices are heard and their interests protected within the German economy and society.