FES in New York

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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 and providing 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.

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Areas of Work

Inclusive Global Economy

Macroeconomy
Finance
Labor and Social Development

Peace and Security

Prevention of Conflict and Mass Atrocities
Security Council
Nexus between Development and Security
Disarmament

Rethinking Multilateralism

Strengthening Global Governance
Democratization of Global Institutions
Policy Coherence across the Institutions

Our latest Events

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Can Europe Act? Power and Sovereignty in a Fragmenting World

Former German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Adam Tooze reflect on key geopolitical shifts, the challenges facing Germany, and lessons from his time in office

Olaf Scholz and Adam Tooze in conversation on stage. — Creator: FES/ Joel Sheakoski

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Peace and Security

Power, Process and Participation: The Search for the next Secretary-General

SCR’s latest research report “Power, Process and Participation: The Search for the next Secretary-General” examines the unfolding selection and appointment process of the next UN Secretary-General at a time of shifting global power...

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Inclusive Economy

End the Debt Trap: Advancing Borrowers’ Coordination in the Evolving Global Debt Architecture

This meeting explores how coordinated expert networks can better support countries, strengthen collaboration, and advance fairer debt restructuring solutions.