Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung in Romania

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Committed to Social Democracy

The Romania Office of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) was established in 1994 to promote democracy, the rule of law and social justice and to accompany Romania’s integration in to the European Union. FES Romania works together with a broad network of Romanian partner organizations, providing political education and policy advice through trainings, conferences, analyses and research. Moreover, it supports the dialogue between Romanian stakeholders and experts from Germany and other European countries to exchange best practices and address common challenges.

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Social-ecological transformation

Tuesday, 22.09.2026

The Future of the Just Transition in Romania: How European Funds Will Be Allocated for 2028–2034

PRESS RELEASE

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Trade unions and social dialogue

Thursday, 17.09.2026

CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS: Training Program for Young Trade Union Organizers

Predeal, 23rd-25th of October 2026

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Democracy and good governance

Monday, 14.09.2026

Leadership, Solidarity And Action for Social Democratic Women

From September 11–13, in Cluj-Napoca, the Friedrich-Ebert Foundation organized a new edition of its training program for social democratic women.

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Trade unions and social dialogue

Thursday, 06.08.2026

A handbook for trade unions on violence and harassment in the workplace

FES Romania has launched the handbook „Eliminating violence and harassment in the world of work: The role of trade unions in implementing ILO Convention No. 190 and ILO Recommendation No. 206”, aimed at trade union...

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The photograph shows the reflective glass facade of a modern building in Bucharest, in which older, classical residential buildings are reflected. — Creator: Paul Davies / Pixabay

Democracy and good governance

There is no better guarantee for democracy in Europe and the world, other than that laid down by committed active citizens. As Friedrich Ebert himself put it, "democracy needs democrats".

The picture shows a person holding a cardboard sign at a demonstration bearing the words ‘PLANET over PROFIT’. — Creator: Markus Spiske / Unsplash

Social-ecological transformation

Our societies are facing one of the biggest challenges in our history – a ecological crisis that endangers the very human existence.

This photo shows a demonstration with people holding up a sign that reads “We are better than this!” — Creator: StockSnap / Pixabay

Trade unions and social dialogue

Workers rights are at risk everywhere in the world. The right to establish or join a trade union, the right to collective bargaining and the freedom of speech and assembly are under increasing attacks in several countries.

This picture shows two people in suits shaking hands in front of a map of the world. — Creator: Gerd Altmann / Pixabay

Cooperation for peace and security

As nationalist and isolationist tendencies re-emerge in Europe, and instability regains ground in the European neighbourhood and elsewhere in the world.