FNF Middle East and North Africa

‎نتمنى عيدًا مليئًا بالسلام والفرح للجميع
Warm wishes to all celebrating Eid al-Adha.

More women in politics isn’t a “nice idea.”

It’s necessary.

Alliance of Her — MENA Chapter, Class of 2026 gathered an incredible group of women from all of our liberal partner parties across the region in Rabat for days filled with leadership training, political dialogue, storytelling, mentorship, and community-building.

Between the workshops, debates, coffee breaks, and shared experiences, something powerful took shape: a regional sisterhood of women determined to lead change ✨

🎉 Today we’re celebrating our birthday: 68 years of standing up for freedom.
Since its founding on May 19, 1958, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has not only been a voice for in Germany, but has also worked around the world to promote freedom, human rights, the rule of law, democracy and free markets. 🌍
Every day, we work to empower people through scholarships, training programs and educational projects. We encourage people to speak up, get involved and become politically active. 💪
Thank you to everyone who stands with us and supports freedom every day.

دعوة لكل الشباب المبدعين في الأردن! 🎨🎵
باب التقديم لمشروع “ما وراء الإطار 2026” بالإشتراك مع وزارة الثقافة مفتوح الآن. إذا كنت فناناً شاباً وترغب في تطوير موهبتك والتعبير عن قصتك من خلال الفن أو الموسيقى، انضم إلينا!

📍 الأردن | مايو - أغسطس
🔗 قدموا الآن عبر الرابط في البايو أو امسح ال QR Code

Calling all young artists in Jordan! 🎨🎶
Applications for Beyond the Frame 2026 are officially open. If you are a young creative looking to develop your skills in art or music and showcase your work, this program is for you.

📍 Jordan | May – August
🔗 Apply now via the link in our bio or scan the QR Code

Empowered women empower the world!

📢 Call for applications 📢

Are you a young professional from the MENA region working on policy, reform, or innovation? Join our regional workshop to exchange ideas, build skills, and collaborate on topics including digital innovation, gender equality, cybersecurity, media sustainability, and regional dialogue.

When: 8-12.04.2026
Where: Amman, Jordan
How to apply: https://forms.gle/NNdXVTB1yRcqkgQN8

Wishing a blessed Ramadan to all who observe it from all of us at the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom - MENA.

FNF MENA, in cooperation with our partners the Atlas Network and the Arab Center for Research, was pleased to host and participate in the Arab Liberty Forum in Marrakech from 4–7 February.

This important gathering convened policy experts, civil society representatives, and regional leaders for four days of substantive dialogue focused on democratic governance, economic opportunity, and regional stability.

The programme included the Averroes Policy Forum, where fellows presented in-depth research and policy recommendations, followed by a dynamic exchange in the Liberal Hall. There, we presented our ongoing work in the region and the AHLN network to an engaged audience of participants and decision-makers.

The forum concluded by marking ten years of the Arab Liberty Forum. In a keynote panel, our Regional Director for the MENA region, Mr Jörg Dehnert, highlighted the continued challenges to freedom and underscored the indispensable role of dialogue, civic engagement, and a robust civil society as the foundation for sustainable democratic development.