Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung in Romania

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Romania Office

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.

Topics

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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.

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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.

Trade unions and social dialogue
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Press releases

The Cost of a Minimum Consumption Basket for a Decent Standard of Living in 2026

The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Romania and Syndex Romania have updated the cost of the minimum consumption basket required for a decent standard of living in Romania, in 2026, based on data provided by the National Institute of...

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Trade unions and social dialogue
Events
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Training program for young trade union organizers

From October 23 to 25, 2026, FES Romania, in collaboration with UNI-SEEOC—organized the third edition of the union organizing training program for young union leaders in Predeal.