The expertise hubs enrich the international profile of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom. They enable joint work across regions through their focus on globally relevant policy issues. These include questions of international financial and economic policy, digital policy, security, development and human rights policy.
We are Active in over 60 Countries: The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom is committed to working with all its strength for a liberal world. Our core concern is the realization of freedom and responsibility. We promote the development of democratic, market-based and constitutional structures so that more and more people can live in a liberal, democratic society.
Through the connection of EU experts, civil society, and decision makers we seek to foster open dialogue and discuss liberal policy solutions to European challenges. Together with our liberal partners, we develop formats and campaigns to promote rule of law, free markets and human rights. Moreover, we coordinate EU co-funded projects in the field of democracy support, development cooperation and human rights protection.
Through our seven offices in the MENA Region, we actively promote the political debate to support innovative liberal approaches and solutions. Our projects are liberal platforms on which the Foundation's partners from the Gulf to the Levant and the entire southern side of the Mediterranean can provide creative impulses and discuss geopolitical issues.
From our seven offices in Sub-Saharan Africa, we focus on promoting political networking. We are committed to strengthening liberalism and promoting human rights, the rule of law and the social market economy.
In North America, our focus is on the transatlantic partnership, which we see as a supporting pillar for the security and stability of Western democracies. We encourage the political debate and develop innovative liberal approaches. In Latin America we work to promote strong democratic institutions, respect for human rights and rule of law as well as promoting liberal dialogue throughout the region.
With its offices in Asia, the foundation supports programs to strengthen democratic processes, particularly free and fair elections, and transparent and accountable governance. The Foundation in the region also showcases innovation as a tool to encourage civic participation that further promotes freedom.
The People Power Volunteers for Reform (PPVR) celebrated its 15th anniversary with a National Assembly on November 23, focusing on empowering young people in good governance and the fight against...
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The study critically examines the stagnation of EU enlargement in the Western Balkans, arguing that the process has devolved into a ritualized façade of progress sustained by both the EU and candidate...
In Iran, new generations take to the streets. Their message: away with the Mullahs, away with Islamism, let us be free. But where is the support for them in the free West?
Morocco’s sports development dilemma: world-class urban stadiums versus neglected peripheral areas
Despite Morocco’s steady economic growth, young women aged 15–24 remain largely excluded from the labor market.
The Media 2025 Forum provided a detailed picture of the problems facing the press in the Republic of Moldova, in a context characterized by unprecedented pressure on information, economic...
The 2025 Black Book of Public Money Waste spotlights Moldova’s most troubling cases of misused funds, bringing together ten hard‑hitting investigations and reaffirming how vital courageous...
Denuncia.org marks five years of supporting victims in Mexico, providing clear information to report crimes and showing that citizen-led innovation can break the cycle of impunity.
We’ve got a pool of highly experienced individuals leading our programs and initiatives. Our team brings with it diverse backgrounds ranging from academic and private sector fields to the non-profit...