Central European University (CEU) represents a new model of international education, a center for regional and global studies and a source of intellectual support for building open and democratic societies that respect human rights and human dignity. CEU is committed to promoting the values of open society and self-reflective critical thinking.

The Open Society Foundations (OSF) is based in New York and represents one of the largest philanthropic organization in the world. It aims to build tolerant and democratic societies that are open to the participation of all citizens. OSF aims to promote rule of law and respect for human and minority rights.