Mideast Freedom Forum Berlin

The Mideast Freedom Forum Berlin (MFFB) is a nonprofit organization established in 2007, consisting of scholars, journalists, members of Jewish organizations, and exiled Iranians. Our mission is to promote democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in the Middle East while ensuring a lasting remembrance of the Holocaust in Germany.

• Political Education and Consulting: The MFFB offers comprehensive educational programs focusing on topics such as antisemitism, Islamism, right-wing extremism, and the Middle East conflict. Since 2015, we have been active in historical-political education and promote a fact-based and democratic discourse[4].
• Workshops and Seminars: We regularly organize workshops and seminars addressing the history and present of the Middle East conflict, recognizing antisemitism, and distinguishing between legitimate criticism and antisemitic statements[4].
• Public Events and Discussions: The MFFB hosts public events, lectures, and discussions to inform and raise awareness among the public about critical issues. Examples include events on the dangers of the Iranian regime, the threat posed by the AfD, and the historical development of Zionism[1][2].

Our main mission is to defend and promote the values of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. We particularly advocate for the support of democratic and secular forces in the Middle East and stand in solidarity with Israel. A central aspect of our work is combating antisemitism, Islamism, and right-wing extremism, as well as raising awareness about the dangers posed by these ideologies[1][2].

• Stop the Bomb Initiative: The MFFB supports the "Stop the Bomb" initiative, which opposes business dealings with the Iranian regime and advocates for the support of the democratic opposition in Iran. This initiative includes petitions, demonstrations, and public actions to draw attention to human rights violations and Iran's nuclear armament plans[3].
• Educational Component Israel: Our educational program "Educational Component Israel" has been offering seminars and workshops since 2015 that focus on the Arab-Israeli conflict and Israel-related antisemitism. This program aims to promote a nuanced and informed discussion about these complex issues[1][4].

• Commemoration and Remembrance: We work for a lasting remembrance of the Holocaust in Germany and organize corresponding events and speeches to inform the public about the significance of these historical events[1][2].
• Research and Analysis: The MFFB regularly publishes policy papers and analyses on current issues such as the threat posed by the IRGC in Germany and Europe or the role of the Iranian regime in the region[1].

The Mideast Freedom Forum Berlin is a committed and versatile actor in the field of political education and engagement for democracy and human rights. Our work is characterized by a deep understanding of the complex geopolitical and social dynamics in the Middle East and an unwavering commitment to the values of democracy and humanism.

• 1 - https://www.mideastfreedomforum.org/en/
• 2 - https://bildungsbaustein-israel.de/das-mffb/
• 3 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stop_the_Bomb
• 4 - https://www.udk-berlin.de/universitaet/antisemitismuspraevention/bildungsangebote/
• 5 - https://www.mideastfreedomforum.org/en/start/germany/contact