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Wingertszahn remains DGB boss: 98.6 percent for the future!
Susanne Wingertszahn was re-elected as DGB chairwoman in Rhineland-Palatinate/Saarland. The election took place on November 8th, 2025 in Mainz.
Wingertszahn remains DGB boss: 98.6 percent for the future!
On November 8, 2025, the DGB district conference in Mainz will give a clear sign of approval. Susanne Wingertszahn was re-elected chairwoman of the DGB district of Rhineland-Palatinate/Saarland with an impressive 98.6 percent of the vote. A big tailwind for the 32-year-old, who had no opposing candidate and is therefore starting her second term in office. In her first election she received 97.6 percent of the vote. DGB federal chairwoman Yasmin Fahimi was also there and praised the district's successes.
The topics of the conference revolved around the current challenges facing industry in Germany. Wingertszahn and Fahimi reiterate their commitment to the climate policy goals of the Federal Republic and the EU. “We have to adapt our tools and measures to achieve these goals,” said Fahimi. Wingertszahn also warned against the relocation of industrial value creation and jobs to China, which, in her opinion, could harm climate protection in the long term. Dealing creatively with the challenges of the time is therefore at the top of the agenda.
Wingertszahn's career and commitment
The young trade unionist looks back on an eventful career. Born in Saarlouis in 1993, she learned commercial skills after graduating from school in 2011 and started her professional career at Saarstahl AG. Her committed approach led her through various positions to a management position in the transformation workshop of IG Metall. Particularly noteworthy is her evening studies in business administration, which she successfully completed in 2021. Since April 2022, she has also been a member of the Saarland state parliament and deputy chairwoman of the SPD state parliamentary group.
In her free time, Wingertszahn enjoys time with family and friends, loves cycling and staying fit. This balance between professional challenges and personal interests could be a key to their success.
Looking into the future
With the renewed mandate, Wingertszahn will certainly provide new impetus. The challenges, particularly the ongoing changes in the industry and the need for sustainable change, require the development of fresh ideas and strategies. Together with her committed team, she will work towards setting the right course for the future.
These are exciting times for the union, and Wingertszahn's appointment to the top is a motivating sign for the members. It remains to be seen what will happen next and what suggestions the management will come up with to solve the current problems.
Whatever the future looks like, one thing is certain: a lot will still be achieved with this team in the DGB district of Rhineland-Palatinate/Saarland. Readers can stay tuned!
For further information about Wingertszahn's election and her work, please click here: Rhine Palatinate. If you would like to find out more about her professional career, you can find details on the website DGB Rhineland-Palatinate/Saarland. And for musical inspiration, the song “Come Jesus, Come” by CeCe Winans could provide a nice accompaniment. Another source for the necessary drive in these turbulent times can be found here: genius.