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, Greece, Romania and Moldova, Western Balkans, Russia and Central Asia, Ukraine and Belarus, South Caucasus and Turkey.
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1000 days of resistance: Ukraine fights for freedom and Europe's future
Since the beginning of the Russian full-scale invasion on 24 February 2022, Ukraine has been fighting for its existence and sovereignty – with an unprecedented level of cohesion in the society. But the price is high: millions of displaced persons, destroyed cities, systematic human rights violations and cruel terror by Russia. Now is the time for the Western partners to make clear decisions – for a victory for Ukraine and a secure future for Europe.
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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.
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Prisoner of Conscience: Gubad Ibadoghlu
Gubad Ibadoghlu, a prominent Azerbaijani scholar and opposition figure, fled his home country back in 2017. Little did he know that when he returned to visit relatives in 2023, he would get arrested.
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“Alliance of Her” and European Women Politicians Came Together in Türkiye!
Europe's top women's leadership platform, "Alliance of Her," hosted its 2024 graduation in Istanbul, uniting women politicians from across Europe. The program aims to empower women to overcome political barriers and strengthen their leadership roles, fostering greater representation in politics across the continent.
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Getting A Step Ahead of the Tyrants: One TikTok at A Time
Discover insights from 5th Millennial Takeover - “Getting A Step Ahead of the Tyrants: One TikTok at A Time.” It focused on short-form video content, modern political communication, counter populism.
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Think Freedom: The Visible Man
Giorgi takes on a lot to stand up for what he believes is right. Something that in many European countries is already part of the norm. Giorgi Tabagari is a Georgian civil and queer activist who, as one of the founders of Tbilisi Pride, campaigns for the rights and visibility of the LGBTQ+ community in Georgia. The documentary portrait “Think Freedom: The Visible Man” delves into his life, his struggles and his tireless commitment for human rights.
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Reshape Europe – The Future of Ukraine: SPRINTS Creative Bootcamp for Artists
15 Artists, 10 Countries, 2 Days, 1 Goal - Let‘s Reshape Europe and The Future of Ukraine Together! Learn more about the creative bootcamp for artists, SPRINTS, in cooperation with Fine Acts, a global nonprofit creative studio for social impact. Download for free hope-based communications and artwork for causes.Amplify your visual language and messaging/advocacy/campaign/educational work with these socially engaged artworks. Discover the Collection on TheGreats.co.
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Upoznajte Dianu Topčić-Rosenberg iz Hrvatske
Diana Topčić-Rosenberg priča kako je proživjela prilagodbu političkoj i društvenoj stvarnosti u svojoj zemlji nakon desetogodišnje karijere u inozemstvu.
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Od javnih politika do politike u Hrvatskoj: nemoguća misija?
Diana Topčić-Rosenberg priča kako je proživjela prilagodbu političkoj i društvenoj stvarnosti u svojoj zemlji nakon desetogodišnje karijere u inozemstvu.
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Pronalazak rješenja za Hrvatsku
Inženjerka računarstva Marijana Puljak ušla je u politiku kako bi svojoj četvrti osigurala novu školu. Sada obećaje da će u svojoj zemlji stvoriti liberalnu alternativu.
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