Workers' Councils (Soviets)

Workers' councils, known as "soviets" in Russian, are organizations formed by workers to represent their interests and make decisions in the workplace and community. They emerged during the early 20th century, particularly during the Russian Revolution of 1917. These councils function as democratic bodies, where workers directly participate in governance and decision-making, often aimed at improving workplace conditions and advocating for workers' rights. Soviets played a key role in the establishment of a socialist government in Russia, embodying the principles of collective management and grassroots democracy.