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The association of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom with Sri Lanka is nearly five decades old. During the period 1968 to 2013, and upon recommencing its work in 2016 the Foundation's work focuses primarily on the core values of freedom and responsibility. The Foundation's contribution to Sri Lanka's political, socio-economic development over the years is well accepted, recognized and appreciated by legislators, opinion leaders, academics, and civil society actors.
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Taming the Digital Realm: Global Content Moderation Practices
In this in-depth publication on global content moderation practices, we explore the challenges and implications of regulating online platforms. Several authors highlight the importance of considering local socio-political and cultural contexts when enforcing content moderation, while others examine the delicate balance between regulation, digital rights, and freedom of expression.
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Beyond Imagination: AI Art Contest on Liberal Values
In search of talents in AI art incorporating Liberal Values and taking the imagination beyond the mind into the digital world. We call upon all digital art enthusiasts to submit their AI Artwork in line with Liberal Values to win prizes. The Competition is open to all age groups worldwide.
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Tunes of Freedom - Musical Journey for a better and freer world
An initiative that strives to bridge the gap between liberal values and the wider population by engaging both the logical and creative aspects of thinking. By appealing to both the left and right brain hemispheres, it aims to foster a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of liberal ideologies.
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Glimmer of Hope for Sri Lanka's Economy in Q1-2023, but Challenges Remain
The first quarter of 2023 has brought with it a glimmer of hope for Sri Lanka's economy, which has been struggling in recent years. Despite some positive signs, however, it remains unclear whether the country can sustain this momentum and achieve long-term growth.
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NextGenSL - Friedrich Naumann Foundation For Freedom holds post-Budget forum
Developing a constructive dialogue on the need for an inclusive development and growth trajectory via multi-constituency interests across the island and beyond individual party ideologies, the NextGenSL in collaboration with Friedrich Naumann Foundation For Freedom Sri Lanka held a post-Budget forum recently.
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Responsible Business – Sustainable Supply Chains as driver for Global Competitiveness
Sustainability and profitability are no longer mutually exclusive. Today, transnational sustainability laws are legislated across the world to regulate global value chains. Regulations such as the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act that will enter into force on 01 January 2023 oblige companies to comply with business due diligence and compliance standards across the supply chain within their business sector and goes beyond the existing legislations at national level.
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Report launch on Public Private Partnership Model for Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC)
Friedrich Naumann Foundation for freedom Sri Lanka (FNF) and JAAR Corporate Solutions launched a report on ‘Public Private Partnership Model for CPC: An analysis of Opportunities and Challenges today at a special event held in Colombo.
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Partners of FNF Sri Lanka 2023
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JUST LAUNCHED LIBERALVALUES.LK - OUR NEW INITIATIVE
FNF Sri Lanka has embarked on journey to create a clear and correct understanding about liberalism within the island. Sri Lanka is a multi-ethnic population which is diverse by language, religion, ethnicity and culture while being united by the Sri Lankan identity. However, with a series of events including the internal conflict, Sri Lanka has been lacking a clear solution to take the diverse population towards long term prosperity. This is where Liberalism can play its role by bringing ‘everyone’ together to cooperate regardless of their differences in class, religion, gender, language and ethnicity.
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Sri Lankan exporters to face tough access to Germany unless HR, sustainability standards met
Sri Lankan exporters are bound to face tough rules when accessing the German market next year onwards because of the new law that will come into effect from January 1, 2023 in that country. The Act on Corporate Due Diligence in Supply Chains will provide for German importers to make sure that their suppliers adhere to human rights and sustainability standards. The push for the new law started after the collapse of a factory building called’ Rana Plaza’ killing nearly 1000 people.
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Exploring Informal Small and Medium Enterprises in Sri Lanka
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the informal sector are businesses that operate outside of formal government regulation and taxation. They typically have fewer than 10 employees and use low-cost materials to produce goods and services. SMEs in the informal sector play a vital role in developing economies and provide much-needed employment opportunities.
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Sri Lanka: Sustainability as an advantage and driver for tourism!
Sri Lanka welcomed 2019 more than two Million tourist who visited the island, often called the ‚Pearl in the Indian Ocean‘ providing work and income for 473.000 persons. The income from tourism contributes upto 6 % to the Grand National Product (GDP) of the country. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic all airports were closed for incoming traffic, no tourist could arrive anymore. Tourism collapsed.
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Sri Lanka firms with global links learn to compete better and raise standards
Sri Lanka firms with foreign investment or demanding global customers learns to raise standards and compete while protected firms may be left behind, participants of an online seminar said.
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NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan leaves the region nervous
The imminent withdrawal of American-led Western forces from Afghanistan and the future of the peace process in that country is fraught with uncertainty and threatens advances in the quality of life achieved in the past 20 years, a panel of experts discussing the issue found.
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“Happy” Bhutan threatened by climate change and geopolitics
For decades, the small Kingdom of Bhutan, has carefully controlled its exposure to the more materialistic lifestyles adopted elsewhere in the world. It’s concept of Gross National Happiness (GNH) taking precedence over Gross Domestic Product (GDP), as envisioned by that nation’s 4th King, Jigme Singye Wangchuck has won Bhutan the status of being the only carbon neutral country in the world. It also fares pretty well on the world happiness index.
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With the Personal Data Protection Act, Sri Lanka is leading South Asia in terms of online privacy. But we must go beyond privacy, and ensure digital freedom for all. This encompasses the right to express, access information, and engage freely online. Moreover, digital privacy is being discussed as the 31st fundamental human right as you read. At FNF, we’re dedicated to securing these rights while ensuring a safe digital environment. A free online world is a freer, more accountable real world! #DigitalFreedoms #OnlineRights #LiberalValues #FNFSL
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Communication knows no boundaries when we embrace the beauty of sign language. On this International Day of Sign Language, let’s advocate for inclusivity and accessibility for all – in words, signs and deeds. So that we may see them, even if they cannot be heard. Why not check out this easy sign language starter course? https://www.lingvano.com/asl/ #SignLanguageDay #FNFSL
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The individual is the smallest minority in the world. Empowering marginalized voices is a catalyst for progress. When we lend an ear to those often unheard, we foster empathy and pave the way for a more inclusive society. At FNF, we work to uplift and amplify these voices, forging a path towards equity, understanding, and a brighter future for all. When we understand that we’re all human, we can forge ahead as humanity! #EmpowerVoices #InclusionMatters #Equality #FNFSL
