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The Friedrich Naumann Foundation promotes democracy, human rights, economic freedom, and curbing climate change. FNF Philippines focuses on open and digital society, as well as a social market economy. It is also involved in the creation of innovative tools. FNF Philippines team works with local organization partners such as Center for Liberalism and Democracy, Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines, Rappler, Philippine Economic Society, and Impact Leadership. Should you have questions or suggestions about our work, please contact us. You can also meet our team here.
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Sulong Learning Series: Moving Forward for Meaningful Change
The Sulong Learning Series is an initiative by FNF Philippines, aiming to facilitate meaningful exchanges of dialogue and share relevant information about pressing societal issues, as shared by people who are knowledgeable and experienced on the subject.
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+iMPACT Leadership and FNF Philippines Presents: iMPACT Leadership Academy for Civic Empowerment
From July to October 2025, FNF Philippines and +iMPACT Leadership launched the iMPACT Leadership Academy for Civic Empowerment (iLACE)—a two-phase program designed to nurture young civic leaders across the country. The initiative aimed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and networks to strengthen democratic values and drive positive change in their communities.
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Experts Convene at DLSU to Address Regional Maritime Challenges and Taiwan Contingency
The De La Salle University (DLSU) College of Liberal Arts, in partnership with the Department of Political Science and Development Studies and the Department of International Studies, and with the support of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) Philippines, convened security experts, diplomats, and officials from the Philippines, Japan, and Taiwan for a crucial discussion series on November 3, 2025.
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Third Year of Confab: Bridging Human Rights and Students’ Visions
In partnership with the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Caraga, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) Philippines launched the third “Tertiary Students Leaders Confab on Human Rights” from October 20 to 23, 2025.
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CLD Advances More Liberal Future With Youth Power Project
From July 1 to September 20, the Center for Liberalism and Democracy (CLD), in partnership with KALAYAAN, Young Thinkers for Freedom, and Novaliches Youth, organized the Youth Power project in Quezon City.
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A Podcast for Women by Women
The all-female podcast, "Kapihan with My Sis", is celebrating a major win after successfully relaunching in partnership with FNF Philippines. Originally launched by Kababihang Liberal, the show, which tackles diverse topics like history, politics, and current affairs, underwent a redesign in early January 2025. This move proved highly successful, with the production of seven high-quality episodes and a peak viewership of 34,000. The podcast has now announced it will continue producing new episodes.
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Stories at the Village Spark Change
Many women and children, especially the disadvantaged, in urban and rural villages in the Philippines, are usually unaware of their rights under a democracy. Thus, in April 2025, with financial support from FNF Philippines, Liberal Women, an organization of women bounded by their belief in democracy, freedom, justice, and collaboration started a program called “Kwentuhan sa Barangay” (KSB) or Story-telling at the Village.
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This Transgender Awareness Week, let us stand in solidarity with the trans community. Let us celebrate their strength, amplify their voices, and continue fighting for a world that does not discriminate. FNF joins the transgender community in solidarity with Transgender Awareness Week. Together, let us continue to amplify their voices and join their fight for equality. #transgenderawareness
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[Happening Now] FNF Philippines is at Mabuhay Germany. The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Philippines is pleased to participate in Mabuhay Germany 2025, taking place, starting today at Bonifacio High Street Central Park. We invite you to visit our booth to learn more about our initiatives in advancing freedom, democracy, and innovation in the Philippines, and to receive exclusive FNF collaterals. Organized by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mabuhay Germany celebrates the strong collaboration between Germany and the Philippines. The event highlights business partnerships, cultural exchange, and community engagement through company exhibitions and networking opportunities. #FNFPhilippines #MabuhayGermany2025
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