IGG – Basisgewerkschaftssektionen: Landwirtschaft | Forst | Gartenbau | Umweltberufe
Do you work in landscaping, tree care, vegetable growing, or another “green profession” and are you an FAU member? Then come along to our first in-person meeting on 28 March at 2 pm at the FAU office in Berlin! Connect with fellow workers, share experiences, and help us build a local IGG structure. Accommodation can be arranged if needed. Continue reading “Founding Meeting IGG Berlin-Brandenburg”
Get off of our colleagues – same wage for same work!
The trade union “Initiative Grüne Gewerke” (IGG FAU) has reacted with dismay and anger to the proposals for exceptions to the minimum wage made by Farmers’ Association President Rukwied and Federal Agriculture Minister Rainer. The union is threatening with actions, calling for a general change in policy and an equalization of working conditions for seasonal workers. It is also demanding €15 as the minimum wage for all employees in the sector. Continue reading “Trade Union “Initiative Grüne Gewerke” condemns attacks on minimum wage from German Farmers’ Association”
Since the first steps 2022, the number of IGG members has more than doubled. With our initial presence in trade associations, protests and conferences, we were fortunately able to gain many experienced colleagues and thus expertise and different perspectives. At the same time, the complex debates surrounding the farmers’ protests also showed us how important it is to develop a joint analysis and strategy for the IGG in order to be effective in labor disputes and social movements. We have therefore set ourselves this task for 2024.
At the same time, we are working on building regional and sub-sector groups, our multilingualism and our presence in other networks. We invite all interested colleagues to join us on our journey and play an active role in shaping the IGG.