Odbory
Odbory is the term used in Czech and Slovak contexts to denote trade unions, organizations that represent workers and defend their interests in the workplace and in society. Odbory operate at local, sectoral, and national levels, and membership is typically voluntary. They are funded by member dues and provide services such as legal advice, education, and representation in disputes.
Core activities of odbory include negotiating wages, working hours, safety standards, and other terms of employment
Historically, union activity in Central Europe developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and underwent
In the Czech Republic, the Czech-Moravian Confederation of Trade Unions (ČMKOS) serves as the main national federation.
See also: trade union, collective bargaining, labor rights, tripartite.