vidaHören Special: 20 years of the vida trade union
A podcast conversation about the power of the trade union and the transformation of the world of work - with Roman Hebenstreit and Anna Daimler.
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For 20 years, the vida trade union has stood by the side of working people – from apprenticeships to retirement. On the occasion of the anniversary, vida Chairman Roman Hebenstreit and vida Secretary General Anna Daimler look back – and forward.
20 questions - 20 answers
In 2026, the vida trade union will celebrate its 20th anniversary. From its founding in 2006 to the present day, Austria's transport and services union has developed into a strong voice for employees. In a special episode of "vidaHören", Roman Hebenstreit and Anna Daimler ask themselves 20 questions about "their" vida. We talk about the change in the world of work and the power of the trade union.
"Especially in times of crisis, people need protection, security and prospects - and that is exactly what we stand for as a trade union. vida is at the side of working people in all situations, from apprenticeships to retirement."
Together into the future
In the anniversary year, it is clear that vida is not only a trade union of the past, but also one that is shaping the future – through courageous positions, strong collective agreements and commitment to fair and healthy work.
People at the center
When the vida trade union was founded in 2006, many things were in a state of upheaval. It was clear from the beginning that trade unions are not an abstract structure, but thrive on people who organise themselves and take responsibility.
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"Our movement thrives on motivated and committed people who stick together and organize themselves to make a difference together. It is precisely they who make our vida strong."
Everything changes with vida
Since 2006, the world of work has changed massively – the vida trade union has always remained at the side of the employees. Whether labor disputes, political conflicts or the Corona pandemic: crises have always been touchstones for the organization.
Lifelong companion
The heart of trade union work is the collective agreements. But vida can and does much more. In the last twenty years, the vida trade union has become a companion in all situations - with the vidaversum.
Ready for the future
What the next twenty years will bring is still uncertain. However, the mission of the trade union vida remains clear: to offer protection, strengthen co-determination and encourage people to organise themselves in their trade union movement. Because the following still applies: Together we are strong!
We fight for you
From apprenticeship to retirement, we are committed to helping you. We fight for your rights and represent your interests. For you, this means:
- more money
- more free time
- more social security
- more justice
- more protection
- more strength
- more diversity
- more solidarity
Good reasons to become a member right now
- You strengthen the bargaining power – the more we are, the better the collective agreements.
- Legal protection and advice when things get serious.
- Co-determination in the company: You give weight to your voice.
- Continuing education and networking: Sharing knowledge, learning strategies, winning together.
- All the benefits of a large community
- Solidarity that carries – even when things get uncomfortable.
Do you want negotiations to take place on an equal footing again – with results that reach your wallet?
