Les Indépendants

Les Indépendants was a French trade union founded in 1881 that represented self-employed workers, artisans, and small business owners. Its goal was to defend the rights and improve working conditions for independent workers who did not have the protections typical of industrial workers. The union promoted social and economic reforms, such as better wages and legal recognition, emphasizing the importance of independence while advocating for worker rights within the broader labor movement. Les Indépendants played a significant role in advocating for policies that supported independent professionals in France during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.