The Forum for Research on Eastern Europe and Emerging Economies (FREE Network) is a collaborative effort between leading academic research institutes in Central and Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. Comprised of SITE (Stockholm), BEROC (Minsk), BICEPS (Riga), CEFIR at NES (Moscow), CenEA (Szczecin), ISET-PI (Tbilisi), and KSE Institute (Kiev), these institutes specialize in economic issues, development, emerging markets, and general economics.

Through their weekly FREE Policy Brief Series, the FREE Network provides concise and informative analyses of current economic policy challenges in Eastern Europe and emerging markets. These briefs are based on academic research papers and policy work, bridging the gap between ongoing research and policy-making. The FREE Network aims to stimulate international debate and foster interaction with researchers, policy-makers, and business representatives worldwide.

In addition, the FREE Network has initiated the Forum for Research on Gender Economics (FROGEE) to address gender inequality in Central and Eastern Europe. FROGEE publishes reviews and policy briefs, organizes conferences and workshops, and collaborates with other institutions to raise awareness and engage in discussions on gender equality and its impact on socio-economic development. Stay updated with their latest publications, events, and news by subscribing to their newsletter or following them on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and RSS.