Research centres

Research areas and contact details for the centres listed by the Faculty of Political Science.

DIM · Since 2024

Centre for the Study of International Development and Migration

Studies migration and international development and brings researchers, institutions and communities into dialogue.

CSIS · Since 2012

Theodor Herzl Centre for Israeli Studies

Studies Israeli politics, governance, history and society and helps train specialists in the field.

CSAP · Since 2012

Centre for Political Studies and Analysis

Advances political science through analysis, consultancy and training. It shares its findings with the public and interested institutions.

FILIA · Since 2000

FILIA Centre for Curriculum and Gender Studies

Promotes gender studies and connects them with debates about equality and with civil society initiatives.

Human Rights Hub

Brings students, researchers and civil society organisations together for research, expert advice and training on human rights and anti-discrimination.

Research collaboration

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Faculty contact details
Centre details and archive

Centre for the Study of International Development and Migration

Founded in 2024, DIM studies international development and migration across disciplines. Its research aims to inform public policy and develop innovative responses to global challenges. Events and strategic partnerships bring together academics, policymakers and the public. The centre pursues social change through research grounded in academic excellence, inclusion, accountability and innovation.

Theodor Herzl Centre for Israeli Studies

Founded in October 2012, the centre advances academic research into Israeli politics, governance, history and society. It gives particular attention to Israeli political institutions, broadening research beyond the Arab–Israeli conflict and Middle Eastern security. It trains specialists and provides advice on developing strategies in the field.

Centre for Political Studies and Analysis

Founded in 2012 by SNSPA researchers, CSAP conducts research and consultancy and provides training and professional development in political science and related fields. It shares its research and analysis with academics and with stakeholders in social, economic and political life.

Previously listed website · www.csap.ro

FILIA Centre for Curriculum and Gender Studies

Founded in April 2000, FILIA draws on multiple disciplines to integrate gender studies into academic research and the analysis of Romanian culture and society. It supports political and civil society initiatives to improve the situation of women in Romania and Eastern Europe and to bring a gender perspective into all areas of society.

Contact details listed on the former site

  • 6 Povernei Street, Sector 1, Bucharest
  • Phone · 0732 861 798
  • Phone/fax · 021 318 08 96
  • centrul_filia@yahoo.com
  • office@centrulfilia.ro

Human Rights Hub

The Human Rights Hub is a Faculty of Political Science centre for research, expert advice and training at SNSPA. Built around shared values, it brings students into dialogue with Romanian and international academics, civil society representatives and policymakers. Its discussions take an interdisciplinary approach to contemporary social and political issues involving human rights and anti-discrimination.

Centres and reports from earlier versions

Centre for Resources, Documentation and Research on Roma Issues (CRDR)

The centre began work in 2011, focusing on Roma social inclusion through education and vocational training in line with Romanian and European priorities. These activities support economic growth and the development of a knowledge-based society. It carries out documentation, research and development, consultancy and expert work with education and research institutions, individuals and organisations in Romania and abroad.

Previously listed email · crdr.snspa@gmail.com

Centre for Social Research and Institutional Evaluation

The centre and the Department of Sociology published research from the SNSPA academic community on vaccination, perceptions of the pandemic and options for teaching in the second semester.