KAB - Katholische Arbeitnehmerbewegung Diözesanverband Paderborn e.V.

The Katholische Arbeitnehmer-Bewegung (KAB) in the KAB Diözesanverband Paderborn e.V. is a dedicated Christian social association that sees itself as an advocate for employees and their families. With around 200,000 members nationwide, the KAB is committed to shaping a just and solidary society in which social participation is possible for all. The focus of all political and social decisions is on people, in accordance with the principles of Church Social Teaching[1][3].

The main mission of the KAB Paderborn is to promote social justice and strengthen employee rights at the social, political and church level. It does not function as a party or trade union, but as a social movement that promotes education and self-help and supports people in different life situations. A particular concern is the integration of socially disadvantaged groups, including migrant workers, who should be particularly protected by precarious working and living conditions[1][3][4].

The KAB Paderborn also pursues a sustainable and holistic future perspective, which it describes as a "Tätigkeitsgesellschaft" that seeks a balance between work, social participation and social engagement[1]. Sustainability goals are achieved through a variety of initiatives, such as education, political actions and support for projects in partner countries such as Africa, Latin America and Sri Lanka, in order to assume global social responsibility[3]. In addition, the KAB in the Diözesanverband Paderborn is committed to improving the living and working conditions of particularly vulnerable groups, such as in the meat industry or among migrant workers, and is focusing public attention on social justice issues here[4].