What we do
Twelve areas in which the Foundation can act directly or fund the work of others. Each explains what we do, why we do it and why it matters.
Education
Programmes, mentoring and resources for pupils, students, educators and academic institutions.
- We develop and support initiatives for pupils, students, educators and academic institutions, including educational programmes, conferences, debates, mentoring and access to learning resources.
Social & humanitarian support
Practical support for children, families and people in vulnerable situations.
- We support children, families and vulnerable people through community interventions, practical assistance, counselling and programmes designed around real local needs.
Environment & biodiversity
Environmental education, conservation and sustainable development in the communities where we work.
- We develop initiatives in environmental education, conservation, responsible resource use and sustainable development.
Romania: tourism & heritage
Visibility for Romanian destinations and communities, through responsible tourism.
- We promote Romania’s natural and cultural heritage and support initiatives that increase the visibility of Romanian communities and destinations at home and internationally.
Culture, traditions & values
Living cultural heritage, passed on through education, events and partnerships.
- We support programmes that preserve and transmit Romania’s cultural, spiritual and social heritage through education, events, partnerships and cultural initiatives.
Human rights & freedoms
Human dignity, civic education and access to information.
- We promote human dignity, fundamental rights, civic education, democratic principles and access to information.
Scholarships & access to education
Financial support and mentoring for young people and vulnerable learners.
- We provide financial, educational and mentoring support to young people and vulnerable learners.
Research, innovation & One Health
Interdisciplinary research, laboratory infrastructure and the link between human, animal and environmental health.
- We support scientific research, innovation, mentorship, career development and improved educational and research infrastructure, including laboratories. We also promote the One Health approach, recognising the connection between human, animal and environmental health.
Rural education
Closing the gap in access to education between rural and urban communities.
- We develop programmes designed to reduce the education gap between rural and urban communities. These may include learning resources, financial assistance, educational infrastructure, programmes for children and professional development for teachers.
Public policy & NGO partnerships
Funding, collaboration and dialogue for organisations that deliver results.
- We support organisations, institutes, professional associations and resource centres developing sustainable public-policy solutions across areas such as the economy, energy, society and culture.
Equal opportunity & disability inclusion
Accessibility, adapted education and genuine participation in society.
- We develop programmes in accessibility, adapted education, counselling and social participation for people with disabilities and other special needs.
Professional training
Qualification, reskilling and continuing development for a changing labour market.
- We develop qualification, reskilling and continuing professional-development programmes, including accredited training where applicable.