Mitbestimmung

Mitbestimmung, or co-determination, is a German system where employees participate in company decision-making, especially in larger businesses. Workers elect representatives who sit on management boards or labor councils, allowing employees to influence policies on wages, working conditions, and strategic direction. This approach aims to promote cooperation between employers and employees, ensuring that workers' interests are considered in corporate governance. It helps create a balanced relationship, fostering fair treatment and stability within companies, and is a key feature of Germany’s corporate structure, emphasizing shared responsibility and democratic participation in business decisions.