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.
Bilbao reinvented itself through long-term planning, accessible mobility and urban regeneration. What can Mexico and Central America learn from its transformation?
How can cities turn migration and talent shortages into opportunities? Barcelona offers lessons on labour inclusion, innovation and collaboration for a more competitive future.
As ethnic politics and populism gain ground, Dr Allan Boesak warns that identity based division threatens reconciliation, social cohesion and South Africa’s democratic project.
Instability across the Sahel continues to drive human rights abuses, democratic decline, hunger and displacement, with consequences reaching neighbouring countries and Europe.
Andy Burnham is Britain's new Prime Minister. What can liberals expect from his government on reform, Europe and the economy?
The Grand Challenges for Europe 2050 Report aims to provide a human-centred horizon scan of Europe in 2050.
Migration is not a threat but an opportunity. In Abidjan, liberal leaders explored how managed mobility can strengthen security, unlock prosperity and renew the Africa–Europe partnership.
Can Nicaragua still achieve a democratic transition? This paper examines the Ortega regime, succession scenarios, international pressure, and Europe's role in a critical political window.
Towards a Brighter Europe: A Collection of Essays brings together eleven international authors who share their liberal visions for Europe in 2050.