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There are many good reasons to be a member of IG Metall. If you’d like to become an IG Metall member, we offer three ways to join us:

 

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Become part of a strong community

From legal protection in labor and social security matters to fair wages and salaries—we provide personalized and reliable support to our members.

8 Good Reasons to Join IG Metall

Working Together for Good Jobs and a Good Life

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Have a Say and Bring About Change

Helping shape the framework: We assist in establishing works councils and also provide financial support to their members in the event of a strike.
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Leisure Accident Insurance

Our leisure accident insurance covers accidents that occur outside of work. It’s valid worldwide, regardless of whether you’re at home or traveling, and whether you’re in a car or on a bike.
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Strike Support

If a strike becomes necessary, members are entitled to strike benefits. Example: With an average monthly premium of 20 euros and 5 years of membership, the weekly strike benefit is 280 euros.
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Emergency Assistance

IG Metall provides assistance in emergencies. If the worst should happen, we also support our members or their surviving dependents in the event of death.
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Well-informed

We provide information on labor union and social issues—both online and in our magazines, such as *metallzeitung*. We offer continuing education on workplace and labor union policy through seminars. We have dedicated networks for practical exchange.
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Local Expertise

Dedicated works council members and union representatives in the workplaces, over 150 local offices throughout Germany: We offer our members expert contacts right where they work. Anyone who joins IG Metall can count on support and excellent service.
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Collective Bargaining Agreements—Our Strongest Asset

Our collective bargaining agreements set the standard. They regulate wages, working hours, vacation time, and premium pay, as well as the right to permanent employment after apprenticeship, the right to continuing education and training, the option for reduced full-time work, and the flexibility to retire on one’s own terms.
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Our legal protection

Whether it’s a matter of correct pay grading or reviewing employment contracts and pension notices, we’re here to support you. In the event of disputes, we offer free legal advice and representation in court—through all levels of the judicial system if necessary.
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