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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, Taipei, and Yangon. We also work in Malaysia. The FNF Indonesia team works with the Ministry of Law and Human Rights of Indonesia, the Government of Wonosobo District, LeGePe, SeJuK, CIPS, InDeKS, and the Climate Institute. Should you have questions or suggestions about our work, please contact us. You can also meet our team here.
News
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Climate Change Documentary: Unraveling Manado (Mengurai Manado)
Manado, a coastal city that is a tourist destination, is threatened by the dangers of climate change. In collaboration with FNF Indonesia and the Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights, the Climate Institute tries to unravel the problems that cause Manado to become one of the cities vulnerable to the dangers of climate change. Watch the full movie here.
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Planting the Seeds for a Better Future: Inclusive Innovation in Global Food Systems
The global food system is frequently rattled by economic, political, and environmental shocks. The COVID-19 pandemic created an economic environment that pushed millions of people into severe malnutrition, food insecurity, and starvation. The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has raised food prices globally. The impacts of the climate crisis continue to put food production at risk.
Ending world hunger will be one of the biggest challenges the global community will face within the next few decades. How, then, can G20 leaders move forward to create resilient food systems in the wake of geopolitical uncertainty? -
Asa Arunika - A Revelation on How Climate Change Affects Us
Telling the story of Egi, an NGO worker, and Donna, a barista, who meet by chance. Their encounter leads them to learn from each other, from the meaning of struggle; making peace with the past; to the impact of climate change and the importance of climate justice for the lives around them.
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German Unity Day Celebration 2022
On the 6th of October, FNF Indonesia, invited by the German Embassy, celebrated the German Unity Day (Tag der Deutschen Einheit). FNF Indonesia along with other Stiftungen helped make the celebration merrier by showcasing our works at the event.
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Human Rights in Indonesia: Public Service and Prison Management
As a result of Indonesia's prolonged authoritarian regime, some government officials and civil servants still lack knowledge surrounding human rights. Therefore, FNF Jakarta and Indonesia´s Ministry of Law and Human Rights have worked together to implement Human Rights in public policy. This includes the management of prisons, where waiting rooms for visitors are equipped with a nursing room and facilities for children.
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REELING IN SUSTAINABILITY: Three Experts Weigh in on the Promotion of Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries through the G20
The concept of sustainability is often framed as a vague and open-ended goal. Within the context of fisheries and aquaculture, the need for sustainability has become increasingly apparent through global food, health, and diet challenges. But what does sustainability look like for fisheries?
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Ineradicable Child Marriage in Wonosobo: Who's Responsible?
The outstanding number of child marriage practices in Wonosobo, Central Java is highly alarming. FNF Indonesia along with Wonosobo Local Government collaborated to spread awareness and literacy against child marriage practices through an online discussion "Unravel the Complexity of Child Marriage in Wonosobo Regency".
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[May 2022] We are looking for Interns!
Join our internship program! FNF Indonesia offers highly motivated individuals an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and objective of various projects involving credible local implementing partners.
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[April 2022] We are hiring!
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) Indonesia is inviting qualified individuals to fill the position of Program Assistant Climate Change and Communications. See the eligibility requirements and instructions on how to apply.
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Our Partners
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Vaccination: Right or Obligation?
The acceleration of vaccination has become a strategic step for the international community amid the threat of Covid-19. This step is carried out quickly and evenly to most of the population. The hope is that herd immunity will be formed, which will prevent the spread of Covid-19.
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Three Days of Learning to Write Popular Essays on Tolerance and Freedom
The existence of social media brings new challenges for tolerance and diversity. Various views are so easily and freely produced and accessed on social media. It is easy to find narratives containing anti-freedom, intolerance, and anti-diversity ideas, even those containing descriptions of religious extremism.
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Economic Freedom and Health Rights in Indonesia during the Covid-19 Pandemic
The government has implemented policies to limit community activities several times since positive cases of COVID-19 were found in Indonesia in early 2020. The restriction policy was deemed necessary to reduce the spread of the virus.
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Living in Harmony with Living Values Education
Diversity is inherent in Indonesian identity. However, in recent years, the anti-diversity atmosphere has increased as political dynamics have led to societal polarization. The current polarization is still very pronounced, mainly in social media timelines, especially those related to religious and ethnic sentiments.
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Press Freedom: Indonesia government fears on critics and murals
Freedom of press and expressions in Indonesia are under threat as the government under President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo takes harsh actions against critics. Violence against journalists is increasing as his popularity continues to decrease.
