Event Overview

The Ministry of Education and Research of Romania, in collaboration with UNICEF Romania and the European Commission, is set to host the international TAIEX Workshop on 16 September 2025. The event will take place at the National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, in the Amphitheatre “Radu Voinea.”

The workshop aims to showcase education reforms supported by the European Commission’s Technical Support Instrument (TSI), with a strong focus on equity, inclusion, and student well-being.

Participants

The event will gather a wide range of participants, including:

• Education ministry representatives from several EU Member States

• Experts from the European Commission and UNICEF

• Academics, NGOs, school principals, and teachers

• Counsellors, students, and parents

This diverse representation ensures an inclusive dialogue on improving education systems across Europe.

Key Themes of the Workshop

The workshop will highlight two major themes:

1. Combating School Segregation

   • Romania will present its new legislative and methodological framework.

   • Experiences and reforms will also be shared from Bulgaria, Czechia, Portugal, and Slovakia.

2. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Student Well-Being

   • Good practices will be shared by Finland, France, Spain, and Malta.

   • Romania will highlight its ongoing initiatives to strengthen SEL and student support systems.

Launch of National Reports

The workshop will also mark the release of two significant national-level reports:

• The first analysis of school segregation risks in Romania, based on data from the 2024–2025 school year.

• The first report on student well-being and mental health at lower-secondary level, produced under the EU-funded TSI project.

These reports will provide evidence-based insights to guide future reforms and policy decisions.

Commitment to Inclusive Education

Officials stressed that equitable education, inclusive schools, and student well-being remain top priorities. The European Commission and UNICEF reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Romania in implementing reforms that ensure all students have equal opportunities to succeed.

Role of the Technical Support Instrument (TSI)

The TAIEX Workshop is part of projects funded through the Technical Support Instrument (TSI), managed by the European Commission. The TSI helps EU Member States implement structural reforms that enhance the equity, quality, and effectiveness of their education systems.

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FAQs

Q1: When and where is the TAIEX Workshop taking place?
It will be held on 16 September 2025 at the National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest.

Q2: Who is organizing the event?
The workshop is organized by the Romanian Ministry of Education and Research, in partnership with UNICEF Romania and the European Commission.

Q3: What are the main themes of the workshop?
The key themes are combating school segregation and promoting social-emotional learning (SEL) and student well-being.

Q4: What reports will be launched during the event?
Two reports will be presented:

1. A national report on school segregation risks (2024–2025).

2. A national report on student well-being and mental health at lower-secondary level.

Q5: Why is this workshop important?
It highlights Romania’s commitment to inclusive education reforms, while sharing good practices across Europe to ensure that all students have equal opportunities to thrive.