East and Southeast Europe
The Regional Office FNF ESEE covers 23 countries in East and Southeast Europe. The Regional Office in Sofia coordinates the following Project Offices in the region: Bulgaria and North Macedonia, Romania and Moldova, Western Balkans, Ukraine, South Caucasus and Türkiye.
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Liberal Communicators Network (LCN): Non-Profit Academy 2025
The LCN-Non-Profit Academy will empower liberal communicators to adapt cutting-edge communication strategies, innovation, and marketing trends for the specific context of the mission-driven sector. Apply by April 21, join this professional community of non-profit communicators from civil society organizations, foundations, think tanks, change-makers, working on liberal topics in Europe. By innovating non-profit communications, liberals will be better equipped to win the hearts and minds, influence shifts in values and behaviour.
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Interview with Freed Prisoner of Conscience: Andrei Pivovarov
Andrei Pivovarov describes his harrowing imprisonment, from being pulled off a flight to enduring years of isolation. Despite the hardship, his commitment to democracy and human rights remained unbroken.
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Three years of the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine: what would peace look like from the Ukrainian perspective?
Three years after Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine continues to fight – but what would a fair peace look like? A look at Ukrainian perspectives, security guarantees and the role of the West.
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Navalny: A Year Later
One year after Alexei Navalny's assassination, his vision of fighting corruption and free elections remains alive. His courage continues to inspire as the Russian opposition searches for new paths.
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China in Central Asia. Cooperation Dimensions and Implications
Download now 2024 Politik International, exploring the dimensions and implications of the cooperation of China in Central Asia.
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Networks of Power: Russia’s Shadow Influence in Germany
Despite efforts to reduce dependence on Russian energy, Germany remains vulnerable to Russian influence. Deep networks and political entanglements continue to threaten the country’s independence.
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Understanding Populism vs. Authoritarianism: Why the Distinction Matters
Is Donald Trump a dictator? What differentiates autocrats and dictators from populists? Let’s map them all on a populism spectrum. Discover more in the new Populist Playbook Explainer Series.
