The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom
in the South Caucasus

The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom was one of the first German political foundations to begin operating in the South Caucasus. Today the Foundation has local offices in Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia. The Foundation?s main goal is to support all three countries in their efforts to build and strengthen the institutions of freedom, including democracy, political pluralism, the rule of law, the market economy and - most important ? the principles of a free society.

Offering liberal strategies for the transition in state, market, and society

Foundation activities focus on three main methods: political education, policy advice, and regional peace dialogue. The Foundation co-operates with local partner organizations in Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia, assisting them to develop liberal ideas and policies to help overcome their countries? challenging ?triple transition? of state, market, and society. Furthermore, the Foundation can offer a network of liberal partner organizations that facilitate the exchange of experiences and resources.

Strengthening the peace dialogue and regional cooperation

The regional peace dialogue bears a particularly prominent position in the Foundation?s work. Since 1998, the Foundation for Freedom has initiated a series of regional meetings and workshops that aim at strengthening peaceful conflict management and regional cooperation. The goal is to support our partners in their efforts to build a regional framework for freedom, peace, and prosperity in the South Caucasus.

Bringing the South Caucasus closer to Europe

Last but not least, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation facilitates  exchanges by young leaders of liberal organizations in the South Caucasus with their counterparts in the European Union. By helping young leaders experience the operation of the EU and NATO, the Foundation aims at strengthening democratic institutions and regional stability in the South Caucasus.