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Eine junge Frau schwenkt eine Fahne auf der FairWandel-Kundgebung der IG Metall in Berlin.

#FairWandel
Everything about the #FairWandel rally

On June 29, 2019, tens of thousands of metalworkers demonstrated in Berlin for a social, ecological, and democratic future. What the demonstration was about—and what’s at stake for workers.

Foto: Thomas Range
Read more: Here’s how the #FairWandel rally went
Über 50 000 Metallerinnen und Metaller demonstrieren am Brandenburger Tor in Berlin.
Foto: Thomas Range

#FairWandel Over 50,000 are taking a stand for a just transition

More than 50,000 people demonstrated at the IG Metall #FairWandel rally in Berlin’s government district. Their demand: Technological progress must lead to social and environmental progress for everyone. What needs to happen to make that happen.

juneg Metallerin auf der FairWandel-Kundgebung in Berlin
Foto: Christian von Polentz

#FairWandel Photo Gallery Highlights from June 29 in Berlin

A picture is often worth a thousand words: During our #FairWandel rally in Berlin, many impressive photos were taken that we’d like to share with you. We hope you enjoy our photo gallery from June 29, 2019.

The clock is ticking

German industry is facing a critical period: Will we succeed in the digital and ecological transition, or will we hit a wall? Will we build the products of the future, or will we cut jobs?

Many industries and companies are already under immense pressure to change. Take the automotive industry, for example: Negative reports are piling up there—canceled shifts, scaled-back production, layoffs. The trend is toward electric cars—suppliers specializing in internal combustion engines are struggling. At the same time, the transportation transition isn’t making headway: there’s a lack of charging infrastructure for electric cars and insufficient expansion of public transit. Uncertainty also prevails in many other industries. The blows are hitting us at ever-shorter intervals.

The clock is now ticking quite loudly.


Social Progress for All

We want to ensure that no one is left behind in the necessary ecological transformation of industry. We want this transition to succeed—and for technological progress to translate into social progress for everyone. Environmental and social concerns must not be pitted against one another.

IG Metall has long been active in the workplace. Now employers and politicians must finally deliver. That is why we are demonstrating in Berlin today.


We demand:

Full steam ahead with the mobility and energy transitions: Finally , massive investments in future-oriented products, in training, in charging stations for electric cars, in power grids, and in public transit.

The future of employment in Germany as an industrial hub: Employment across all sectors must be secured for the long term. We demand: More worker participation and a greater say for employees in the upcoming changes.

Security in the labor market: Millions of people are asking themselves: Where will my family and I end up when everything changes? We want to shape this transformation in a spirit of solidarity—together. That is why we demand reliable social security at every stage of life. The welfare state must once again fulfill this fundamental promise.

Nahaufnahme eines Fingers, die die Auto-Motor-Start-Taste drückt
Foto: iStock.com/oatawa

Joint Initiative by IG Metall, BUND, and NABU Getting the Climate and Mobility Transition Off to a Flying Start

Produktion ZF Friedrichshafen in Saarbrücken
Foto (Archiv): Becker Bredel

Transformation “We are facing fundamental changes”

These bands were there!

These five artists performed at the #FairWandel rally:

Clueso
Foto: Christoph Köstlin

Clueso

"Many people completely underestimate the power they have. I used to have no interest in politics at all. But I’ve realized: Right now, it’s especially important to stand up. Taking to the streets is something very simple, but it can make a big difference."
Joris
IG Metall

Joris

"It’s important that we come together for our values and the cornerstones of our shared society. At festivals, people from all walks of life—of every religion and every skin color—come together to experience music and celebrate life together. We should bring this small world into the wider world. That’s my dream as a musician."
Silly
IG Metall

Silly

"Change can be scary for people. That’s completely normal. But change can also be a great opportunity—if we help shape it. It’s best when many people come together as a community; then we can achieve more. That’s the only way a strong society can emerge."
Berlin Boom Orchestra
IG Metall

Berlin Boom Orchestra

The Berlin Boom Orchestra was founded in Berlin in 2006. Some band members come from the Berlin ska band “Skaquadrat,” which had disbanded in 2005. The nine-piece band plays reggae with German lyrics.
Culcha Candela
IG Metall

Culcha Candela

The band “Culcha Candel” was founded in 2002. Their songs range from serious, socially critical themes to upbeat, atmospheric tracks. They play a diverse mix of different musical styles and languages.
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Beschäftigte stehen zu einem großen Herz zusammen
Foto: IG Metall
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