Democratic perspectives on labour and employment

Marking the 50th anniversary of the cooperation agreement between Ruhr University Bochum and IG Metall, this volume explores the future of co-determination and participation. At its core is the question of how democratic agency can evolve in times of profound economic and social transformation. Democracy in society and politics relies on a vibrant democratization of the world of work—without co-determination in companies and workplaces, it risks losing its social foundation and stability. The contributions reflect on historical developments, analyze current challenges, and discuss innovative approaches to advancing co-determination and participation.

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