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The Friedrich Naumann Foundation promotes democracy, human rights, economic freedom, and curbing climate change. FNF Philippines focuses on open and digital society, as well as a social market economy. It is also involved in the creation of innovative tools. FNF Philippines team works with local organization partners such as Center for Liberalism and Democracy, Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines, Rappler, Philippine Economic Society, and Impact Leadership. Should you have questions or suggestions about our work, please contact us. You can also meet our team here.
News
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Resolution on the West Philippine Sea
Members of Liberal International (LI) reaffirm their commitment to support the Republic of the Philippines in the protection of its national sovereignty, and declare the hostile and provocative operations of the PRC as detrimental to global peace, security and economic development.
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“Freedom is borderless”
During her visits to the Philippines, Taiwan and Thailand, Oleksandra Matviichuk, the Ukrainian human rights lawyer and 2022 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, delivered a message she believes lies at the heart of her country’s resistance to Russia’s invasion: freedom, she said, belongs to no single nation.
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Sulong Learning Series: Moving Forward for Meaningful Change
The Sulong Learning Series is an initiative by FNF Philippines, aiming to facilitate meaningful exchanges of dialogue and share relevant information about pressing societal issues, as shared by people who are knowledgeable and experienced on the subject.
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+iMPACT Leadership and FNF Philippines Presents: iMPACT Leadership Academy for Civic Empowerment
From July to October 2025, FNF Philippines and +iMPACT Leadership launched the iMPACT Leadership Academy for Civic Empowerment (iLACE)—a two-phase program designed to nurture young civic leaders across the country. The initiative aimed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and networks to strengthen democratic values and drive positive change in their communities.
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Experts Convene at DLSU to Address Regional Maritime Challenges and Taiwan Contingency
The De La Salle University (DLSU) College of Liberal Arts, in partnership with the Department of Political Science and Development Studies and the Department of International Studies, and with the support of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) Philippines, convened security experts, diplomats, and officials from the Philippines, Japan, and Taiwan for a crucial discussion series on November 3, 2025.
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Third Year of Confab: Bridging Human Rights and Students’ Visions
In partnership with the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Caraga, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) Philippines launched the third “Tertiary Students Leaders Confab on Human Rights” from October 20 to 23, 2025.
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CLD Advances More Liberal Future With Youth Power Project
From July 1 to September 20, the Center for Liberalism and Democracy (CLD), in partnership with KALAYAAN, Young Thinkers for Freedom, and Novaliches Youth, organized the Youth Power project in Quezon City.
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The flame of inspiration shines brightest when we gather as one. This December 18, 2025, we come together to recognize individuals and organizations who have made meaningful contributions to our shared values and community. Let’s celebrate their work, reflect on the year’s achievements, and keep the spirit of collaboration alive. Join us at the Freedom Flame 2025 Event! Sign up now through this link: tinyurl.com/FreedomFlame2025
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𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆: 𝐇𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐍 𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 𝐎𝐍 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐑 Ngayong Human Rights Week, sabay-sabay nating kilalanin ang ating mga karapatan online. Dahil mahalaga na alam natin ang ating digital rights, anuman ang ating pinagmulan o pagkakakilanlan. Panoorin ang trailer below, at abangan ang videos ng limang kababaihan na magbabahagi ng kanilang insights tungkol sa kahalagahan ng pag-unawa at pagprotekta sa ating mga karapatan sa online spaces. Tandaan na ang pagiging may alam sa ating mga karapatan ay makatutulong sa mas maayos na pag-aksyon —at iyan ang tunay na pagsulong. #SulongHumanRightsOnline #humanrightsday2025 #humanrightsweek2025 #humanrightsonline
