Since 1989 and the end of communism, Romania has been slowly transitioning from a country where the state supplied and controlled most of the social and economic resources. Now, more independent, non-state groups have more of a say in the distribution of these resources. The media and press, educational groups, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and private citizens have all contributed to the progress that Romania has seen over the last 11 years.

The existence of formal and informal groups of people provides a safeguard against a potentially abusive or un-democratic government. These groups give a voice to marginalised individuals who might be ignored, neglected, or abused by society. The different NGOs speak for and represent individual or minority views, and by disseminating these views to a greater audience debate and discussion can take place. Subsequently, informed decisions can be taken for the benefit of these minorities and in the long run, for the majority as well.

Economic growth, available jobs, good living standards, and the opportunity for success are the benefits of a developed civil society and a free democracy.