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Industrial Union Construction-Agriculture-Environment (IG BAU)

About IG BAU

The Industrial Union Construction-Agriculture-Environment (IG BAU) is one of the leading trade unions in Germany, with a wide range of activities and a strong commitment to the interests of its members. Founded on January 1, 1996, through the merger of IG Bau-Steine-Erden (IG BSE) and the Union of Horticulture, Agriculture, and Forestry (GGLF), IG BAU is now one of the five largest individual unions in the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB)[1][2].

Focus Areas and Membership

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IG BAU represents employees in the fields of construction, building materials industry, waste disposal and recycling, agriculture and forestry, building cleaning and management, as well as environmental and nature conservation. Its members include construction workers, painters and varnishers, glaziers, roofers, scaffolders, building cleaners, gardeners, landscape gardeners, florists, and forestry workers[1][2].

With over 221,000 members (as of 2021), IG BAU is a strong voice for workers in these sectors. It has its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and operates political liaison offices in Berlin and Brussels[1].

Mission and Values

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IG BAU is committed to the democratic and social order in the state, economy, and society. It is independent of employers, governments, political parties, and denominations and represents the economic, social, professional, and cultural interests of its members. The union advocates for respect, diversity, and better living and working conditions for all employees and defends human rights and human dignity[3].

Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

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IG BAU is a pioneer in environmental and social policy. It has formed strategic alliances with environmental organizations such as Greenpeace, Friends of the Earth (BUND), and WWF and was involved in the founding of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) in Germany. Additionally, IG BAU has contributed to various eco-social consumer labels such as the "flower-label," "banafair," and "xertifix" and advocates for environmentally friendly housing and energy-saving buildings[2].

Organization and Structure

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IG BAU has a decentralized organizational structure with numerous local, city, and district associations, as well as specialized and operational groups. The will of the members is formed in the district associations, which also serve as local points of contact. Special groups such as the Young BAU, IG BAU Women, IG BAU Seniors, and IGay BAU represent the interests of their respective subgroups and organize their own actions and events[1].

International and National Activities

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IG BAU is a member of various global trade union federations such as the Building and Wood Workers' International (BWI), the European Federation of Building and Wood Workers (EFBH), and UNI Europa. At the national level, it works closely with other trade unions and NGOs to improve collective labor agreements and social standards. It has successfully campaigned for the introduction of sector-specific minimum wages and better working conditions[2].

Education and Counseling

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IG BAU operates the Steinbach Educational Institute in Steinbach im Taunus, a central educational facility for its members. It also offers comprehensive counseling and legal assistance for migrant workers and refugees to assert their rights in the labor market. These services are funded through its own structures and various third-party donors[3].

IG BAU is a dynamic and committed union that tirelessly advocates for the rights and interests of its members while contributing to a sustainable and social society.

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