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The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has been present in Greece since 2012 and is based in Athens. By strengthening liberal forces and conveying liberal values and positions, the Greece Office contributes to the development and consolidation of a pluralist democracy and an open, market economy and rule of law in Greece. It is committed to preserving freedom of action with the aim of strengthening European values in Greece.
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Friedrich Naumann Foundation - FNF withdraws from Greece and Cyprus
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom - Greece and Cyprus (FNF), which has been active in Greece since 2012, announces the closure of its Athens office and its total withdrawal from Greece and Cyprus.
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Policy Paper: The state of Liberal Democracy in Greece: Is liberalism under threat?
This policy paper embarks on a thorough examination of the state of Liberal Democracy in Greece, employing the Liberal Democracy Index (LDI) as its primary analytical tool. Following a brief theoretical and methodological overview, the analysis underscores the challenges facing liberal democracy at regional and international levels, with a particular focus on the Greek institutional framework. Notably, Greece’s rank at 24th among the 27 EU member states in the Liberal Democracy Index signals significant shortcomings.
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Publication - The Challenges of Liberal Democracy Today
The scholarly work presented at our joint conference with the Center for Liberal Studies, the Centre for Political Research of Panteion University, and the Laboratory of Political and Institutional Theory and History of Ideas of the University of Athens, promises to enrich academic discourse and offer innovative perspectives on navigating the complex challenges confronting liberal democracies today. We are confident that the papers produced will make a significant contribution to the academic community and help shape the path forward for Europe and beyond.
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The Cyprus Connection: Uncovering Russia's Media Strategy in the EU
The fight against disinformation is a long-term challenge for European democracies, undermining citizens' trust in democracy and its institutions, and contributing to the polarization of public opinion and disruption of democratic processes. Addressing disinformation has become critically important in the context of Russia's war in Ukraine, with Russia conducting an unprecedented disinformation campaign since 2022. Ukraine is targeted by propaganda and disinformation as part of the Kremlin's hybrid warfare tactics. Join us in our event on 15.4.2024 at FNF Europe office.
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Why are we afraid of establishing non-state universities?
The government, this week, is opening for public consultation a new bill, which among other things will make it possible to establish non-state universities. The impending vote on the bill and the official "opening" of the education market has stirred strong reactions from student unions, academic staff, and the opposition. However, this seems paradoxical when one considers that the overwhelming majority of Greek families already pay heavily for private tutoring and other forms of private education.
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New study reveals the impact of hate speech on journalists across Southeast Europe
A new groundbreaking study titled "Hate Speech against Journalists" unveils the challenges and threats journalists face due to hate speech in Greece, Serbia, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Bulgaria. Conducted by leading academic and media institutions, including the Peace Journalism Laboratory of AUTH, the University of Novi Sad, Hasan Prishtina University, Center for Social Innovations BLINK 42-21, and Blue Link, the research was supported by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom - Greece and Cyprus.
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The relationship between green transition and economic freedom: Is economic freedom compatible with sustainability?
This policy paper seeks to explore the relationship between economic freedom and sustainability. It begins by reviewing the empirical literature on how economic freedom's impact on sustainability can vary significantly based on specific contextual factors. Some studies indicate a positive correlation between greater economic freedom and improved environmental outcomes, particularly in countries that prioritize business-friendly environments, uphold strong property rights, and foster trade freedom. In these cases, economic freedom appears to contribute positively to environmental sustainability and reduced emissions. Conversely, economic freedom may exert adverse effects on environmental conditions, particularly in developing and emerging economies, where factors like limited regulatory control and unsustainable economic growth are associated with environmental degradation.
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🛑 We announce the closure of our FNF Athens office and its total withdrawal from Greece and Cyprus, after years of fruitful and impactful operations! 💙 🤍 We wish our beloved colleague Eleni Siapikoudi the best in their future professional and personal endeavours! It has been a privilege to work together! Ευχαριστώ! 👏 Eleni shares: ‘Every farewell has an emotional and difficult part. After four years, in which I had the opportunity to meet incredible, passionate people, organize unique programs and trainings and promote the values of democracy and equality, I couldn’t feel more grateful and proud for our achievements, cooperation and contribution to the society. My colleagues from Southeast Europe and the rest of the world empowered me on different occasions and gave me space to grow and opportunities to shine, and I would like to thank them from the bottom of my heart. It’s not easy to fight for your values and ideas, but there are many people who choose the difficult road and keep inspiring others. As I always say every tough period is an opportunity to explore new opportunities in our personal journey and I’m looking forward to finding out mine. I wish all the best to my colleagues and partners over these years. Keep up the good work, the world needs you! Fighting for freedom is a never-ending journey. So it’s not a goodbye rather see you in another context!’ We will STOP publishing content on this page. Please follow instead the page of regional office of FNF East and Southeast Europe . #FNFGreeceCyprus #freedomteam #fnfesee
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🛑 We announce the closure of our FNF Athens office and its total withdrawal from Greece and Cyprus, after years of fruitful and impactful operations! We bid a bittersweet farewell to our dear colleagues! 💙 🤍 We wish our beloved colleague Alona Tatarova the best in their future professional and personal endeavours! It has been a privilege to work together! Ευχαριστώ! 👏 Alona shares: ‘After an amazing ride as the Project Coordinator, it's time for me to bid adieu (or perhaps just a "see you later!") as the Foundation moves to new adventures! First and foremost, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who believed in me and supported me throughout this journey. Your trust and encouragement have meant the world to me. And let's not forget the incredible partners who made every project a success! Working alongside you all has been an honour and a joy. But hey, it hasn’t all been smooth sailing! The challenges I've faced in this role have been real, but they've also taught me essential lessons that have helped me grow both personally and professionally. As I turn the page on this chapter of my career, I'm filled with gratitude for the amazing experiences I've had. From connecting with fellow liberals around the globe to the thrill of travelling and meeting fascinating people, it's been an unforgettable journey. Also, let's not forget the friendships forged along the way – those are truly priceless. The mission to uphold the values of freedom and progress is no easy feat. But as Nelson Mandela famously said, "To be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others." I have no doubt that FNF and its incredible team will continue to do just that. Here's to new beginnings and the endless pursuit of freedom and progress!’ . #FNFGreeceCyprus #freedomteam #fnfesee
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📣Αποχωρεί από την Ελλάδα και την Κύπρο το Γερμανικό φιλελεύθερο Ίδρυμα Friedrich Naumann - FNF Το ελληνικό γραφείο του Ιδρύματος Friedrich Naumann για την Ελευθερία δραστηριοποιείται στην Ελλάδα από τα τέλη του 1980. Τα τελευταία 12 χρόνια, το Ίδρυμα στήριξε τη διοργάνωση και υλοποίηση περισσότερων από 400ων εκπαιδευτικών προγραμμάτων, ακαδημαϊκών ερευνών, επιστημονικών συνεδρίων και εργαστηρίων επιμόρφωσης, σε περισσότερες από 30 πόλεις της Ελλάδας αλλά και του εξωτερικού. Συνεργάστηκε με περισσότερους από 500 φορείς της κοινωνίας των πολιτών, οργανώσεις, δεξαμενές σκέψης, πανεπιστήμια, ακαδημαϊκούς, ερευνητές, φοιτητές, δήμους και ανεξάρτητους υποστηρικτές, ενώ αποτέλεσε σημαντικό πυλώνα στήριξης πρωτοβουλιών στον μικρό αλλά δυναμικό φιλελεύθερο χώρο στην Ελλάδα. Η απόφαση, που ελήφθη από το Διοικητικό του Συμβούλιο τον Νοέμβριο του 2023, στο πλαίσιο στρατηγικής αναδιάταξης του Ιδρύματος και ανακατεύθυνσης των πόρων του σε διαφορετικές περιοχές, οδηγήθηκε με γνώμονα την ενδυνάμωση πρωτοβουλιών για την ελευθερία και τη δημοκρατία υπό τη σκιά της ρωσικής επιθετικότητας στην Ευρωπαϊκή ήπειρο και του συνεχιζόμενου πολέμου κατά της Ουκρανίας. 📌Όλα αυτά τα χρόνια συμβάλαμε σημαντικά και υποστηρίξαμε με ποικίλους τρόπους οργανώσεις, φορείς και ατομικότητες στην προώθηση της δημοκρατίας, του κράτους δικαίου, των ανθρωπίνων δικαιωμάτων, της ελευθερίας του λόγου και της ανεξάρτητης δημοσιογραφίας, όπως και της ενδυνάμωσης των γυναικών και της προώθησης της καινοτομίας και της επιχειρηματικότητας. 🙏Θα θέλαμε από καρδιάς να ευχαριστήσουμε όλες και όλους όσοι συνέβαλαν, ενίσχυσαν και προώθησαν το έργο μας, και ευχόμαστε κάθε επιτυχία σε όλους εσάς που αποτελέσατε μέρος του δικτύου μας και εξακολουθείτε να εργάζεστε για μια ανοιχτή, δημοκρατική και συμπεριληπτική κοινωνία. 📨 Μπορείτε να μάθετε περισσότερα στο Δελτίο Τύπου στο freiheit.org.
