Middle East and North Africa
We are an open Haus for innovation and a global liberal think-tank, with the aim of enhancing the values and goals of freedom worldwide. With our activities and publications, we encourage and support individuals in exercising their right of political participation. Our offices in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) work within the frame of freedom and human rights in their national context. Our office is based in Amman, Jordan. FNF MENA has three main programs that encourage inter-country cooperation: MENA-NET | MENA-EU | MENA-GEOPOL. We advise and motivate relevant stakeholders and shape and promote solutions that are based on enhancing individual freedom and responsibility.
News
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"Refugees: Priorities vs. Reality" Podcast
Refugee youth in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region encounter a multitude of challenges that obstruct their path to a brighter future. These hurdles encompass limited access to education, healthcare, and essential services, coupled with a dearth of opportunities for employment and personal development. As a consequence, many refugee youth find themselves adrift, lacking a sense of belonging or optimism for what lies ahead.
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Fighting Disinformation "Countering Russian and Chinese Narratives Worldwide"
In recent years, disinformation campaigns drew attention to the dangers associated with the vast proliferation of social media platforms, the enormous access to create and circulate content, and the potential use of such platforms in a new type of war between political antagonists. Disinformation is the deliberate spreading of false information, often aimed at inflicting harm on others.
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Facilitator toolkit "Civic Education for Youth"
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom-MENA is embarking on a significant initiative aimed at advancing democratic values, human rights, and good governance throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
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Open call for think tanks and studies centers
Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) Middle East and North Africa is looking for a service provider
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How the Middle East can benefit from multilateralism
Like many regions around the world, the Middle East, in particular the Arab World, had gone through turbulent episodes at the height of the Cold War. As the former colonial powers of Britain and France began their slow withdrawal from the region at the end of the Second World War, the United States moved in to secure oil routes from the Arabian Gulf as well as to protect pro-western monarchies from the Arab nationalist tide that found an ally in the Soviet Union.
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Refugees: Priorities vs. Realities "Project"
July 27, 2023, | Amman, Jordan — In order to better understand the impacts of refugee policy across the Middle East and North Africa,
Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF MENA) has partnered with Anera and ILearn to launch Refugees: Priorities vs. Reality. The project aims to identify the aspirations of refugee youth and align them with the realities of their host countries while enhancing their self-reliance and empowerment. -
FNF MENA Organizes a regional Hackathon to Address the issue of Irregular Migration from MENA to Europe
Tunis, Tunisia - In an effort to tackle the pressing issue of irregular migration from the MENA region to Europe, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) MENA is hosting a unique Hackathon titled "Irregular Migration to Europe: Passageways Paved with Tricky Gauges." The event aims to bring together young minds from the MENA region to delve into the root causes and consequences of irregular migration, while also exploring its impact on the relationship between the European Union (EU) and the MENA region.
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FOOD SECURITY POLICIES IN JORDAN, TUNISIA, AND EGYPT
Food security is a crucial issue for many countries worldwide, including in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The countries of Jordan, Tunisia, and Egypt have all faced food security challenges and have implemented various policies to address them. This research will examine the food security policies in these three countries, specifically focusing on their effectiveness and potential areas for improvement. In specific, this literature review aims to identify and analyze the critical issues related to food security policies in Jordan, Tunisia, and Egypt, assess the effectiveness of current policies in addressing food insecurity and malnutrition in these countries, identify and evaluate any gaps or challenges in existing policies and suggest potential recommendations for improvement.
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BUSINESS FREEDOM IN THE KURDISTAN REGION OF IRAQ: ENVIRONMENT AND CHALLENGES
Amidst the challenges faced by businesses in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) stands as a unique case. In a region plagued by political instability and bureaucratic hurdles, the KRI has shown promise in fostering a favorable business environment.
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Approaches to and Challenges in Implementing Competition Law and Policy in the Arab World
Economists have long stressed that great benefits flow to an economy from the introduction of well-defined legislation governing the rules of monopoly and competition. Modern competition laws have been around for over 130 years—and even thousands should one consider early embryonic versions.
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"German Jordanian University and Friedrich Naumann Foundation Collaborate to Enhance Student Employability through Dual Education Program"
The German Jordanian University (GJU) and the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom have formed a partnership to establish a dual education program.
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Al Hurriya Liberal Network (AHLN): MENA voices at the ALDE Congress 2023
The Al Hurriya Liberal Network (AHLN) recently participated in the ALDE Congress, a gathering of European liberal leaders held in Stockholm, Sweden from May 26th to 28th. With the invaluable support of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF-MENA) and the Swedish International Liberal Center (SILC).
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Liberal Forces Unify to Face Security Issues in the MENA Region
Liberal Networks in the MENA Region unify to address security challenges, prioritizing the expansion of Al Hurriya Liberal Network (AHLN). Twelve political parties and NGOs actively participate in the General Assembly, presenting institutional visions and recommendations. Their collaborative efforts focus on promoting liberal solutions and advocating for action within regional decision-making bodies.
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“Irregular Migration to Europe, passageways paved with tricky gauges “
Attention young people in MENA! Join the "Irregular Migration to Europe: Passageways Paved with Tricky Gauges" Hackathon organized by FNF MENA. Explore the root causes and consequences of irregular migration and develop policies, projects, campaigns, or products that strengthen the EU's role in the MENA region. Up to 18 participants will be selected to join in Tunisia from 12-14 July 2023. The application deadline is 21 May 2023, and participation is free, including travel and accommodation costs. Apply now through the link provided!
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"Deepening the Democratic Transformation and Youth Engagement in the Political Scene"
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom held a dialogue seminar followed by a Ramadan iftar at the Fairmont Hotel in Amman, titled "Deepening the Democratic Transformation and Youth Engagement in the Political Scene."
