BMWfj -Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft, Familie und Jugend

Mission Statement of the Federal Ministry of Economics, Family and Youth

• Supporting Citizens We see our mission in servicing the people in its economical environment

We offer information, advice and support in the acquisition of their rights. Additionally, we strengthen the esteem and trust in the public administration through efficient work. We guarantee legal certainty, objectivity and quality.

• Shaping each other We treat each other loyally and respectfully

Expertise through good education and training, creativity and engagement, as well as mutual understanding on all levels and securing proper working conditions for all employees, form our work. We allow for a better compatibility of family and career through the Audit Family & Career Index. Objectives and personal responsibility encourage motivation and facilitate our function.

• Strengthening the economy

We are a strong partner for the economy and therefore preserve jobs. We actively work on providing the optimal framework for the Austrian economy and contribute to the preservation of Austria as a business location in the global competition.

• Improving working conditions and preserving jobs

We create a fair framework and equal opportunities for men and women in the working environment. We encourage social justice by supporting a balance of interests between employer and employee, securing and protecting employment rights and the right to participate and therefore contribute to an active employment policy targeting full employment. We ensure safe and people-friendly working conditions along with protection of health at the workplace.