FES in New York
Globalization with a Democratic and Social Design
The values of freedom, justice and solidarity inspire the educational and policy related work of Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES). As a progressive political foundation, the work of FES is oriented towards enhancing global solidarities andproviding progressive solutions for pertinent global challenges - transforming our world as expressed in the United Nations 2030 Agenda. FES believes in inclusion, participation and dialogue among all stakeholders to foster democracy, social justice and peace.
The FES New York office works at the intersection of the United Nations in New York, the international financial institutions in Washington D.C., FES field offices, and partners in developing countries. Our aim is to strengthen the voices of the Global South, labor and other progressive actors. We work closely with academia, civil society, multilateral institutions and their member states. Our activities include analyses, workshops, international conferences and policy briefs in these areas:
Inclusive Global Economy
- Macroeconomy
- Finance
- Labor and Social Development
Sustaining Peace
- Prevention of Conflict and Mass Atrocities
- Security Council
- Nexus between Development and Security
- Disarmament
Multilateralism 4.0
- Strengthening Global Governance
- Democratization of Global Institutions
- Policy Coherence across the Institutions
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FES New York is part of the FES Global and European Policy Department headquartered in Berlin. Together with its worldwide partners, the department aims to develop progressive policies for a just global transformation. More.
Our latest Events
Building Bridges in Turbulent Times
On April 15, FES New York hosted an interactive luncheon discussion with Members of the German Parliament Andreas Larem and Rebecca Schamber. More
The Path to Credible Elections in South Sudan
Alongside our partners, we brought South Sudanese experts to the UN in New York to discuss the path to credible elections in South Sudan. More
Taking Stock of Civil Society Expectations
On Feb 21, we were pleased to host an exchange between Dirk Meyer, Director-General at Germany's BMZ, and civil society experts in New York. More
New Geopolitics of Peace Operations
Together with SIPRI and partners, we launched the final report of the "New Geopolitics of Peace Operations" initiative. More
Germany in the World: A Global Outlook
The American Council on Germany and FES New York hosted a reception & discussion with Member of the German Bundestag, Metin Hakverdi (SPD). More
Civil Society Forum 2024
The CSF 2024 provided a platform for civil society to strategize on social development and the implementation of the UN's 2030 Agenda. Watch here. More
Roundtable on Advancing Debt Sustainability
Together with UN-DESA, we co-hosted an expert roundtable on advancing debt sustainability in pursuit of sustainable development. More
Addressing the Humanitarian Impacts of Nuclear Weapons
At a time of increasing nuclear tensions, focusing on the humanitarian impacts of nuclear weapons use and testing can build much-needed trust. More