International Exchange and Advanced Training
Whoever wishes to spread liberal thought and to further its organisation around the world must promote a lively intercultural dialogue and exchange. Active listening and learning are crucial: true dialogue is based on tolerance and mutual respect. The task of the Department for International Exchange and Advanced Training in Germany at the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom is to foster and implement these liberal principles through facilitating a worldwide exchange of ideas.
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What Constitutes a Liberal Education System?
What does it take to create an education system that truly fosters individual freedom, intellectual autonomy, and equal opportunities for all? In this thought-provoking episode of IAF Continued Conversations, hosts Arpita Nepal and Rainer Heufers welcome two inspiring experts, Michael Strong and Parth Shah, to explore the building blocks of a liberal education system.
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IAF Seminars 2024
What seminars will take place at IAF in Gummersbach in 2024? Here's the overview of our program!
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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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Strengthening Business and Human Rights Together
Indonesia is one of the pioneers in Southeast Asia in implementing the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights adopted in 2011. The Friedrich Naumann Foundation supports this process.
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The Great Realignment in Politics
In this podcast, we would like to discuss how well Steve’s thesis of “The Great Realignment in Politics” is holding up. For that, we will first flesh out the new poles of political discourse, what and how things have shifted, and then look at the current landscape of populist politics.
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The Green Side of Liberalism: Towards Sustainable Solutions
In this rumination piece, Rahman Imuda addresses several points that contextualize liberal values with existing environmental policies after sitting in the "The Green Side of Liberalism" seminar.
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A Liberal Journey: Reflecting on the IAF Seminar "Liberalism vs Populism: How Can Liberals Win?"
The current political landscape has witnessed the rise of populism in an almost simultaneous manner around the globe. In light of such phenomenon, the IAF aims to deconstruct populism in a comprehensive manner and reconstruct the liberal narrative as a counter approach. Discover how one of our alumni navigate a series of stimulating sessions on the dynamics between liberalism and populism as well as the political strategy and communications behind them.
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IAF Seminars 2025
What seminars will take place at IAF in Gummersbach in 2025? Here's the overview of our program!
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Tech Titans: US vs. China - The Future of Global Innovation
In this episode of IAF Continues Conversations, we dive into the fierce tech competition between the United States and China, exploring how this rivalry shapes the future of global innovation.
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Cultivating Connection in Leadership and Facilitation through the Thinking Environment
In this insightful episode of IAF Continued Conversations, hosts Marike Groenewald and Clinton du Preez engage with leadership expert Trisha Lord to unpack The Thinking Environment, a transformative framework designed to foster deeper understanding and collaboration.
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The State of Liberalism in 2024
Launching our refreshed podcast format with none other than Tom Palmer, we dive right in to examine the state of liberalism in 2024: How is populism shaping politics today? From Russia, Ukraine, China, Venezuela, Hungary - How do current geopolitical challenges affect us, and how do we see the future? As well as discussing the world's current hot spots and their interconnections, we will also look at successful developments.
Tune in and join Bettina Solinger and Sven Gerst for an in-depth discussion with Tom Palmer on the state of liberalism and beyond! -
Publications on geopolitical topics you shouldn't miss
Explore a curated selection of insightful publications on pivotal geopolitical topics, now available for free download! From analyses of shifting global power dynamics to deep dives into regional conflicts, these resources are essential for anyone looking to stay informed on the issues shaping our world. Don't miss out on these expert perspectives and expand your understanding of global affairs.
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Readings on Green Topics from a Liberal Perspective
Dive into our exclusive collection of thought-provoking publications that explore the intersection of liberal ideals and environmental sustainability. This carefully curated selection highlights innovative market-based solutions, progressive policies, and the power of international cooperation to address the pressing environmental challenges of our time.
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Readings on Digital Rights you shouldn't miss
Digitalisation has opened huge opportunities: cheap access to the means of communication, technology and services. But there is also a dark side to the story: Digitalization has given rise to new and powerful threats to democratic processes, human rights, privacy and the rule of law. We have compiled a selection of publications on this topic that you can download for free.
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Business & Human Rights
In this video series, we look at the liberal perspective on corporate human rights due diligence and explain the current debate on supply chain laws in the EU and various member countries.
