Agnes Jongerius

Agnes Jongerius is a Dutch politician and trade unionist currently serving as the acting mayor of Oudewater. She previously had a distinguished career in the labor movement, serving as the chair of the Federation of Dutch Trade Unions (FNV) from 2005 to 2012. Following her union leadership, she served as a Member of the European Parliament from 2014 to 2024, where she focused on social affairs, employment, and labor rights. Known for her advocacy for workers' rights, she has held various supervisory roles and was recognized as one of the most influential women in the Netherlands during her tenure at the FNV.