About us
Ties of Freedom is constituted with six organisations from the European Union:
EaSI is a European networking representing more than 30 organizations from various countries. It carries out and supports research & development, pilot projects, grants and scholarships, as well as the dissemination of good practices in areas such as inclusion and diversity, public policy and citizenship, education and skills, justice and public safety. These are also the core fields addressed by the Ties of Freedom project. EaSI’s mission is to make Europe the most inspiring environment for social innovation, empowering its member organizations to become reference points at the EU level. The association values innovation, collaboration, professionalism, respect, integrity, transparency, and reliability.
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Afeji Hauts-de-France is a major medico-social organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals and promoting social inclusion across the region. It manages a wide network of services and facilities in areas such as child protection, disability support, housing, health, and social reintegration. The organization works closely with public authorities and local and European partners to design innovative, community-based solutions that strengthen social cohesion. Its mission is grounded in human dignity, equal opportunity, and access to essential social services for all. Through its multidisciplinary teams and long-standing expertise, Afeji Hauts-de-France contributes to building more inclusive and supportive communities.
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Aproximar is a non-profit NGO dedicated to strengthening organizations’ social and human capital, helping them better navigate external challenges and opportunities. To achieve this, it designs and manages personalized personal, social, professional, and organizational development pathways, using social innovation, knowledge transfer, and the dissemination of best practices. The organization works across four main sectors: the Criminal Justice System; Education, Training and Social Capital; Active Ageing; and Social Economy, Entrepreneurship and Employability. Within each of these areas, Aproximar delivers innovative projects, customized training, and capacity-building initiatives.
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Transcena is a non-governmental organization established in 2005 and based in Bucarest. Asociația Transcena is a Romanian non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting art and education as tools for individual growth and social development. The organization advocates for the rights of disadvantaged people and works to prevent domestic violence, drug abuse, and social exclusion. Its activities are carried out through programs in education, social partnerships, theater, and advocacy, often relying on voluntary work and external funding. Notable projects include therapeutic communities in prisons, interactive theater for youth, and monitoring legislation to protect victims of domestic violence.
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The Baketik Foundation is an independent civil society organization dedicated to peacebuilding, coexistence, and conflict resolution grounded in human rights. Founded in 2006, it promotes ethical approaches to understanding and transforming conflicts, integrating perspectives that highlight human dignity and social inclusion. Its work is built on process-oriented thinking, transformative participation, and both personal and collective responsibility. One of its distinctive features is the use of art as a tool for social transformation. Through its programs, Baketik supports truth, justice, memory building, and community participation to create a more just and cohesive society.
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Meridaunia is a mixed public–private consortium company established in 1998 to support the economic and social development of the Monti Dauni region. Today, it brings together 74 members, including municipalities, public institutions, universities, business associations, and private actors. Its mission is to act as a true territorial development agency, fostering entrepreneurship, employment, and strategic planning for rural and marginal areas. Meridaunia designs and implements local development strategies, manages financial resources, and provides technical assistance to public and private stakeholders. Through its services, it promotes social cohesion, supports partnerships, and facilitates access to regional, national, and European development opportunities.
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About the project
The project ‘Ties of freedom’ aims to appeal to the memory of communities and create awareness of the need for vonstant efforts to guarantee the EU’s key values.
In a context where democracy is increasingly challenged, the project aims to raise awareness, preserve European memory, and empower young people to become active defenders of fundamental rights.
The Target
Our project is aimed at three distinct but complementary audiences : the elderly, teenagers and children. Both groups play an important role in the understanding, transmission and evolution of ideas around political systems such as democracy and authoritarian regimes.
The elderly have often experienced historical periods marked by major political changes with wars, authoritarian regimes, democracy and else. Their direct or indirect experience of authoritarian regimes and democracy gives them a valuable perspective. By including them in the project, we hope to:
- Valuing their memories and experiences,
- Enable them to pass on their knowledge to younger generations,
- Create an enriching space for intergenerational exchange.
Our other target group is young people and children, because they are the future citizens. It’s essential that they understand the challenges of democracy and the dangers of authoritarian regimes. Through this project, they will be able to:
- Develop a critical approach to information and political discourse,
- Understand the importance of freedom, human rights and civic participation.