International Exchange and Advanced Training
Whoever wishes to spread liberal thought and to further its organisation around the world must promote a lively intercultural dialogue and exchange. Active listening and learning are crucial: true dialogue is based on tolerance and mutual respect. The task of the Department for International Exchange and Advanced Training in Germany at the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom is to foster and implement these liberal principles through facilitating a worldwide exchange of ideas.
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The State of Liberalism in 2024
Launching our refreshed podcast format with none other than Tom Palmer, we dive right in to examine the state of liberalism in 2024: How is populism shaping politics today? From Russia, Ukraine, China, Venezuela, Hungary - How do current geopolitical challenges affect us, and how do we see the future? As well as discussing the world's current hot spots and their interconnections, we will also look at successful developments. Tune in and join Bettina Solinger and Sven Gerst for an in-depth discussion with Tom Palmer on the state of liberalism and beyond!
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IAF Seminars 2024
What seminars will take place at IAF in Gummersbach in 2024? Here's the overview of our program!
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Publications on geopolitical topics you shouldn't miss
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The Green Side of Liberalism: Towards Sustainable Solutions
In this rumination piece, Rahman Imuda addresses several points that contextualize liberal values with existing environmental policies after sitting in the "The Green Side of Liberalism" seminar.
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How a Summer School Program Made Me Feel “Alive”
“The law cannot do everything. Human rights are about the heart, not just the mind.” This is what
Doctor Vitit Muntarbhorn mentioned during a course on international law. -
The Liberal Alchemy: Crafting a World of Freedom
In the serene town of Gummersbach, nestled within the lush greenery of Germany, lies a unique academy that transforms the passionate hearts and inquiring minds of liberal enthusiasts from across the globe. This is not a tale of wizards and wands, but a real-world chronicle of the International Academy for Leadership (IAF), where I, Namini Panditha, founder of the Liberal Youth Movement in Sri Lanka, had the privilege to embark on an extraordinary journey of growth and discovery.
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A Liberal Journey: Reflecting on the IAF Seminar "Liberalism vs Populism: How Can Liberals Win?"
The current political landscape has witnessed the rise of populism in an almost simultaneous manner around the globe. In light of such phenomenon, the IAF aims to deconstruct populism in a comprehensive manner and reconstruct the liberal narrative as a counter approach. Discover how one of our alumni navigate a series of stimulating sessions on the dynamics between liberalism and populism as well as the political strategy and communications behind them.