The expertise hubs enrich the international profile of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom. They enable joint work across regions through their focus on globally relevant policy issues. These include questions of international financial and economic policy, digital policy, security, development and human rights policy.
We are Active in over 60 Countries: The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom is committed to working with all its strength for a liberal world. Our core concern is the realization of freedom and responsibility. We promote the development of democratic, market-based and constitutional structures so that more and more people can live in a liberal, democratic society.
Through the connection of EU experts, civil society, and decision makers we seek to foster open dialogue and discuss liberal policy solutions to European challenges. Together with our liberal partners, we develop formats and campaigns to promote rule of law, free markets and human rights. Moreover, we coordinate EU co-funded projects in the field of democracy support, development cooperation and human rights protection.
Through our seven offices in the MENA Region, we actively promote the political debate to support innovative liberal approaches and solutions. Our projects are liberal platforms on which the Foundation's partners from the Gulf to the Levant and the entire southern side of the Mediterranean can provide creative impulses and discuss geopolitical issues.
From our seven offices in Sub-Saharan Africa, we focus on promoting political networking. We are committed to strengthening liberalism and promoting human rights, the rule of law and the social market economy.
In North America, our focus is on the transatlantic partnership, which we see as a supporting pillar for the security and stability of Western democracies. We encourage the political debate and develop innovative liberal approaches. In Latin America we work to promote strong democratic institutions, respect for human rights and rule of law as well as promoting liberal dialogue throughout the region.
With its offices in Asia, the foundation supports programs to strengthen democratic processes, particularly free and fair elections, and transparent and accountable governance. The Foundation in the region also showcases innovation as a tool to encourage civic participation that further promotes freedom.
Danyal Abdulloh dreams of peace, freedom, and equal opportunities, about youth unwasted. He believes they will all come true.
German Member of Parliament (MP) Bettina Stark-Watzinger discusses the current polarization in German politics, but remains optimistic on the future of liberalism
The youth feel completely marginalized.
Muntarbhorn pointed out that his unwavering optimism stems from an understanding that human rights are not insular.
The book emphasizes the need to institutionalize reforms in economic liberalization to ensure sustainable benefits of a market economy.
Being an alternative lawyer has defined Atty. Cathy Alvarez' standard of success: it means being free, and helping others become free. It's also about wearing lipstick.
Coding is a language that enriches the thought process. The real innovators and entrepreneurs use coding as a tool like math and science to solve real world problems.
The Foundation is moving its directory to OPAL, a customer relationship management system, to reach more people and increase its visibility through data-oriented networking.
Hong Kong’s freedom journey began when it opened its doors to the world – offering opportunities to migrants, and showcasing the benefits of international trade to the global economy.
The US’ protectionist policy for its manufacturing industry, its involvement in maritime issues in Southeast Asia, and its dwindling economy put Europe ahead of trade deals with China.