Your new vida magazine is here

For many years, March 8 has been the day of struggle of trade union women. But it is not only on International Women's Day that vida women fight for equal rights and equal opportunities. They are on duty 365 days a year when it comes to equality – just like Leonie, Aglaia and Marlene, the three women on our magazine cover.

Fellow fighter at the side

Leonie, Aglaia and Marlene come from three different generations. They are all united by their commitment to justice. Her union is always at her side, as a fighter for a good and self-determined life. You can find out what it takes specifically and what the women want for the future from page 4 in the new vida magazine.

New government, important partners

Since March, a three-party coalition of ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS has been governing in Austria. Their program promises a lot, for example relief for tenants, progress in the health care system and important impulses for the economy. In addition, nurses should finally receive the recognition they deserve. And: Social partners and works councils are to be involved in various projects. This is important, after all, works councils know where the shoe pinches in everyday work and work with the union for better working conditions and fair pay. You can find more about this on pages 10–11 and 18–19.

Union always there 

We don't know what the future holds. But one thing is certain: the union continues to stand by the side of the employees, from apprenticeship to retirement. Together we move forward – courageously and strongly.

Articles in this issue:

• Female, courageous, strong: Three women, three generations, one trade union – Leonie, Marlene and Aglaia with "their" vida in action for real equality
• Three questions for: Olivia Janisch, Federal Women's Chairwoman of vida
• New government, new opportunities: This is what the ÖGB and trade unions say about the government's plans
• Working with skin and hair: A portrait of Sandra Wimmer, Chairwoman of the KLIPP Works Council
• Girl power on Europe's roads: Interview with trucker babe Helga Dröscher
• Fairness doesn't come by itself: How trade unions and works councils improve our working lives
• The perfect match: In the best hands with betreuerinnen.at
• Good, better, vida: Rich discounts in the vida voucher shop
• The last word goes to the member: Elisabeth "Sissy" Vondrasek, founding member of vida and first vida Federal Women's Chairwoman

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