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The Friedrich Naumann Foundation Thailand motivates people to get involved politically and to play an active role in society. Our events promote democracy, human rights and a free market economy. Since we want to reach young people in particular, we follow a gamification approach in many of our projects. We also work closely with journalists and media organizations to facilitate fair and free public dialogue.The FNF Thailand team works with Institute of Security and International Studies (ISIS), Thai PBS, Punch Up, King Prajadhipok's Institute, Change Fusion and Digital for Peace. Should you have questions or suggestions about our work, please contact us. You can also meet our team here.
News
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Thai journalist in Israel: "It was very quiet and sad"
The October 7 Hamas terror incident extended the Middle East conflict to Thailand, claiming 39 lives and taking 32 hostages from the distant kingdom. Despite the risks, some Thais stay in Israel. Journalist Thapanee Eadsrichai, who interviewed victims' families, shares her impressions with freiheit.org. She expresses concern that the incident might incite anti-Muslim sentiments in Thailand.
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Thailand Talks 2023: Fostering Dialogue for a Resilient Society
Embark on a journey through the dynamic discussions and thought-provoking dialogues at Thailand Talks 2023, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation's flagship event. Dive into the diverse perspectives on issues ranging from marijuana legalization to the moral compass of politicians. Discover how this event transcends traditional boundaries, shaping a path towards a more united society.
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Eyes Wide Open: Discoveries from the Open Society Seminar and Questions for Thai Society
Ms. Thanisara Rungdej, is the CEO & Co-Founder Punch Up World. She was selected by FNF to participate in our International Academy for Leadership (IAF) The platform seeks to create an International Exchange and Advanced Training. Read about her experience and explore the concept of an 'open society,' grounded in principles of individual freedom and responsibility, which fosters inclusivity and equitable mechanisms for communal living.
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Thailand Talks: A Platform for Discussions
Amidst the current political climate, it's all too easy to find ourselves confined within our own political echo chambers. Thailand Talks serves as a vital bridge, offering individuals with diverse viewpoints a space to engage in open and meaningful discussions, share their thoughts, beliefs, and unique perspectives. We are gearing up for the next Thailand Talk which will occur on the 26th of Nov 2023.
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The condition for Unconditional Love: When love is unconditional but must be limited by society.
Let us introduce you to Ms Angsumalin Akatnuam, an advocate for gender equality. And founder of the LGBTQ+ Mother page: The Mother of diverse LGBTQ+ children.
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Thailand's New Prime Minister: Srettha Thavisin
Thailand´s new Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, and his Phue Thai Party will form a broad, but controversial government coalition. The coalition includes conservatives, who had lost the election. Excluded is the Move Forward Party, which had won the election. Freiheit.org´s Sky Chatuchinda spoke with Dr. Pimrapaat Dusadeeisariyakul, Program Manager Thailand at the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom´s Thailand Office in Bangkok.*
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Setting the Scene for Thailand’s Political Landscape in 2032
On the 13th of June, 2023, Thai PBS organised a Post Election event in collaboration with FNF Thailand in an event entitled 'The Future after the Election' the event was held at the Bangkok Art & Culture Center (BACC) and prompted the social sector to contemplate the concept of a Political Safety Net to support the post-election transition.
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Pioneering Tomorrow: FNF’s Young Leaders Programme 2023
Highlights of FNF's Young Leaders Programme 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand! Experience the transformation as participants explored their core values, honed personal branding, and acquired essential skills. Empowerment for a better future was the theme, and the young leaders are now shaping the world with their impact. Relive the inspiring journey!
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The Urgency for Factchecking in Thailand
In a world where fake news is being used to manipulate people, fact-checking ourselves plays a crucial role in determining what is real and what is fake. Without this skill, we will be vulnerable to to factually incorrect information that spread like viruses and infect our understanding of what’s real and what’s not. That is why COFACT ( Collaborative Fact Checking), which is a network organization that consists of 8 organizations, decided to launch Citizen Accountability for Local governance Media (CALM) project.
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Thailand's future after 2023 General Election
Friedrich Naumann Foundation is delighted to be part of co-hosts for Hack Thailand 2575 event. What is your visions for Thailand's future after 2023 general election? What are your hopes and fears? This symposium was spearheaded by Thai PBS with the aim to bring people from different sectors together via brainstorming activities in order to create ideal policies and solve the country's biggest challenges.
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Blue Carbon Board Game : The importance of the coastal ecosystems
With climate change as one of the biggest threats facing humanity, we are witnessing the occurence of extreme weather events and the rise of sea levels. However, mangroves can be the tool that ease the impacts of climate change. Do you know that mangrove forests can absorb greenhouse gases much more than normal forests? That is why Friedrich Naumann Foundation is currently developing the Blue Carbon Board Game with our partners to make the public realizes the importance of the coastal ecosystem.
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Increase students' appetite to learn through game- based learning
How to increase students' appetite for learning? This is a question that most teachers ask themselves all the time. Game-based learning can be part of the solution. The Friedrich Naumann Foundation is collaborating with the Department of Local Administration and Bangkadi Municipality in using game-based learning to transform students into active citizens.
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Thailand Decriminalizes Marijuana
The government has removed cannabis from the list of prohibited narcotics in an effort to help the country's struggling economy. However, the legality around the recreation use of marijuana remains entirely murky.
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Western diplomats call for Russia’s isolation
Many Asian countries have condemned Putin's attack on Ukraine - but not all. At an event organised by FNF partner ISIS in Bangkok, Western ambassadors called on the global community to take tough action against Russia.
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Thailand Talks sets a deeply divided Thai society a good example of being tolerant to differing political opinions
Amid a series of political unrest and tension brewing in the country, a space and platform for a constructive dialogue where people in Thai society can have healthy debate over political and social issues will be the key driver for the Kingdom to become more open to embracing opposing views.
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