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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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'One Year of Ukrainian War: What Does it Mean for Global Security and Southeast Asia?' - FNF Indonesia Alumni Gathering 2023
On February 10, 2023, FNF Indonesia held our annual alumni gathering in our office. Following the major subject of FNF Global #ReshapeEurope this year, we asked Prof. Olexiy Haran from the University of Kyiv Mohyla Academy (UKMA) in Kyiv, Ukraine, to speak about the war in Ukraine through the perspective of a Ukrainian and a Ukrainian scholar. We think that the event titled 'One Year of Ukrainian War: What Does it Mean for Global Security and Southeast Asia?' will help us comprehend how the war impacts global security, particularly in Southeast Asia.
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Indonesian Youth and Climate Change
Indonesian Youth and Climate Change reported various youth perspectives on their understanding and involvement in combating climate change. The book was designed by compiling and collaborating correspondence from various stakeholders: government officials, businessmen, academics, and civil societies which significantly influence youth's participation in climate change.
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Diluting Rivalries between Great Powers
Rising tensions among the great powers are contributing to uncertainty and the security dilemma in the Indo-Pacific region. This raises the question of possible policy alternatives amidst conflictual developments. The role of smaller powers within the region and extra-regional powers, such as European countries, offers the potential to cope with the growing rivalries. In particular, it is significant to examine the position and role of Indonesia, one of the most influential members of ASEAN. Cooperation within the region and with extra-regional powers is needed to ease tensions and guarantee sustainable cooperation.
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Global Europe – Global Expectations
Today, we are experiencing that the European Union and its model of democratic societies are losing their worldwide popularity. The growing global influence of actors with values, political systems, and worldviews that are diametrically opposing to those of the EU, as well as the renaissance of geopolitical blocs (as evidenced by the abstention of some states in the UN in condemning Russia's war of aggression), further reinforce this trend.
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Liberal Human Rights Work 2022
In over 60 countries, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom promotes human rights and supports organizations and human rights defenders working for the protection of human rights and the rule of law. This report offers an insight into the foundation's Liberal Human Rights work in 2022.
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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?
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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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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.
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Carbon Pricing; what are they and how do they work?
Monday, August 23, 2021, a webinar was held with the theme “The Importance of Carbon Pricing Regulation in Indonesia”. This webinar aims to provide information on matters relating to the Carbon Tax, such as Indonesia's readiness in implementing the carbon tax in terms of human resources, technology, and compliance with applicable regulations. This webinar was held online through the Zoom platform which started at 13.35 and was attended by 85 participants.
