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
Funding SDG Stimulus by a Strategic Approach to the Worst Ever Debt Crisis
Global progress on the 2030 Agenda is way off track. As high debt burdens stifle spending on sustainable development, SDG stimulus is urgently needed. More
IMF Seminar: Debt Sustainability Assessments and their Role in the Global Financial Architecture
FES and Jubilee USA Network co-hosted a Special Seminar for Executive Directors' Offices of the IMF and World Bank in Washington, D.C. More
Side Event: FfD4 PrepCom in Addis Ababa
At the FfD4 PrepCom, we co-hosted a side event on how Debt Sustainability Assessments (DSAs) fit to today's global & development challenges. More
HLPF Side Event: Reforming the Global Tax System
During this year's HLPF in New York, FES and partners teamed up for a Side Event on reforming the global tax system and reducing inequalities. More
From Protection to Reflection
How can we strengthen the Protection of Civilians (PoC) in an increasingly uncertain peace & security environment? More
Crisis of Liberalism: World Order in the 21st Century
Liberalism is under threat - both internationally and domestically. Can we avoid block confrontation and safeguard vital platforms for cooperation? More
Advancing Debt Sustainability
Alongside UN DESA, we brought together leading experts for an interactive discussion on debt sustainability. More
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