FAI (Federación Anarquista Ibérica)

The Federación Anarquista Ibérica (FAI) is a Spanish anarchist organization founded in the 1920s that promoted libertarian socialist principles. It aimed to abolish authoritarian structures like the state and capitalism, advocating for decentralized, self-managed communities and workplaces. The FAI emphasized direct action, workers’ self-organization, and anti-militarism, often collaborating with other leftist groups. Historically, it played a significant role during the Spanish Civil War by supporting anarchist-led militias and social experiments in regions like Catalonia. The FAI remains influential in anarchist circles, promoting ideas of individual freedom, voluntary cooperation, and social equality.