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The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) promotes democracy, human rights, economic freedom, and curbing climate change. In Southeast and East Asia, we have offices in Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta, Manila, Seoul, and Taipei. We also work in Malaysia. The FNF Indonesia team works with the Ministry of Law and Human Rights of Indonesia, LestraGP, SeJuK, CIPS, and InDeKS. Should you have questions or suggestions about our work, please contact us. You can also meet our team here.
News
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What’s next after the Germans election?
FNF Indonesia held a partner gathering and discussion on February 24th, 2025, focusing on the results of the German election and its global implications. The event was attended FNF Indonesia partners, including the Center for Indonesian Policy Studies (CIPS), the Journalists Association for Diversity (SEJUK), the Institute for Democracy and Prosperity (INDEKS), and representatives from the Bureau of Cooperation at the Ministry of Human Rights and the Bureau of Cooperation at the Ministry of Law.
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“Fighting Starts When Talking Stops”: The South China Sea Conflict in the Light of a New US Foreign Policy
Donald Trump's second term in office is causing unrest in the Pacific. Many countries bordering the South China Sea fear that US support will wane and that China's behaviour could become even more aggressive. Will Trump's isolationism also affect the Indo-Pacific region, giving China ‘free rein’?
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Will the BRICS States or Donald Trump Reshape the Liberal World Order?
The liberal world order is under pressure: while the BRICS states are building alternative structures, Trump is pursuing an ‘America First’ policy. Who will shape the future of the global order?
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Self-Discovery: A Facilitation Journey at IAF
Follow the journey of Elgawaty-Project Officer FNF Indonesia-who had the opportunity to attend the IAF seminar with the theme ‘Moderation: Facilitation and Programme Design’ in Gummersbach, Germany. Not only sharing her experiences, Elgawaty also invites us to reflect on the meaning of ‘full presence’ in carrying out each of our activities.
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Entrepreneurship and Open Market: Lessons in Ecosystems from Gummersbach
Follow Muhammad Nidhal as he reflects on his experience attending the IAF seminar "Promoting Entrepreneurship and Open Markets" in Gummersbach, where he is exposed to interactive workshops, panels, and group exercises that adds to his understanding of entrepreneurship—including its foundations, challenges, and probable solutions within the context of liberal principles.
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The 2024 Asia Liberty Forum: Networking to Empower
Nanang Sunandar, Co-founder and Chairperson of Institut Demokrasi dan Kesejahteraan Sosial (INDEKS), attended the Asia Liberty Forum this year. It is an event where individuals representing think tanks and civil society organizations from various countries in Asia meet to exchange ideas and experiences around freedom issues. During that time, Nanang had the opportunity to participate in several insightful sessions covering a variety of topics related to freedom and liberty.
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An Evening with FNF’s Civil Society Partners: The Future of Democracy in Indonesia
On September 9th, civil society partners of FNF Indonesia gathered for a networking event to have an exchange on the future of democracy in Indonesia. The event brought together voices from various sectors, all dedicated to exploring the challenges and opportunities facing Indonesia’s democratic landscape. The atmosphere was lively, filled with insightful exchanges on how to strengthen democratic institutions and promote civic engagement in the country.
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Strengthening Business and Human Rights Together
Indonesia is one of the pioneers in Southeast Asia in implementing the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights adopted in 2011. The Friedrich Naumann Foundation supports this process.
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Unleashing Creativity: Diving into Inspiration in Bangkok
Amid the vibrant cityscape of Bangkok, Nurul Fitriani–Technical Officer FNF Indonesia–had the opportunity to attend a writing workshop held by FNF Regional Office in Bangkok. On this occasion, Nurul not only gained new and refreshing writing insights, but also expanded her social network with FNF staff who came from other offices in the Southeast Asia and East Asia (SOOA) region.
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Business and Human Rights: An Important Milestone for Human Rights in Indonesia
On May 20th, 2024, the Human Rights Division of Indonesia's Ministry of Law and Human Rights officially launched the "Implementing Guidelines for the Regional Task Force on Business and Human Rights." FNF as one of the Ministry's partners had contributed to realizing the implementation of the regulation since the early process.
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FNF and LeGePe Coordination Meeting on Empowering Communities in Central Java Province
Discover how Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) Indonesia and the Institute of Empowerment Movement (LeGePe) are joining forces to strengthen democracy, promote good governance, and empower communities in Central Java Province. Uncover their impactful initiatives for 2024, from civic education to economic empowerment, and their inspiring field visits that showcase the power of unity in driving positive change. Read it all here.
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Harmonizing Prosperity and Humanity: A Blueprint for Advancing Business and Human Rights in Indonesia
Indonesia pioneers Business & Human Rights with Presidential Regulation 60/2023. The strategy, aligned with UN principles, tackles 1,366 complaints, forming national and regional task forces. Tools like PRISMA engage 231 companies, fostering a competitive landscape respectful of human rights. FNF Indonesia's collaboration strengthens this transformative leap, marking Indonesia's leadership in responsible business practices. Read to learn more.
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FNF Indonesia attends Indonesia’s Election Visit Program (IEVP) 2024
Dr. Stefan Diederich, Head of FNF Indonesia attends Indonesia's Election Visit Program (IEVP) 2024 held by the General Elections Commission of Indonesia. The program invites foreign entities to learn and observe how elections are conducted in Indonesia.
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A Lesson from Germany: Leadership for a Freer Future
Raina Salsabil from Students for Liberty participated in the last IAF Seminars in 2023 titled "Leadership for Young Leaders on 26 November to 8 December representing Indonesia. Click here to learn more about what she learned during the 2 weeks training in Gummersbach, Germany!
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Emerging Urban Mobility
Today, already 55 percent of the world's population lives in cities. By the year 2050, this proportion is projected to increase to more than two-thirds. While the process of urbanization seems to be completed in industrialized nations, it continues to accelerate in many emerging and developing countries, posing significant challenges for their cities—particularly in the realm of urban mobility. Our study from Fraunhofer IAO showcases the methods these countries are employing to tackle their urban mobility issues and provides insights into practices that industrialized nations can possibly learn from.
