Gewerkschaft ver.di

Gewerkschaft ver.di is a major trade union in Germany representing employees across various sectors such as public services, education, healthcare, and transportation. Founded in 2001 through the merger of several smaller unions, ver.di advocates for workers’ rights, fair wages, better working conditions, and job security. It engages in collective bargaining, negotiates employment contracts, and supports members in disputes with employers. As a large, organized body, ver.di plays a key role in shaping labor policies and ensuring that workers’ interests are represented at both company and national levels.