Human Rights Day in Finland underscores civil society’s vital role in democracy
On 19 May, the third Council of Europe Human Rights Day took place in Tampere, Finland, bringing together more than 200 participants – online and in person – from Finnish state administration, civil society, academia, and the Council of Europe. The event focused on the theme “Participation,...
Conference in Norway tackles future of democracy
On 5 May in Kristiansand, Norway, Deputy Secretary General Bjørn Berge attended the European Conference on Democracy and Human Rights, organised by the City of Kristiansand and the Council of Europe. Inaugurated by H.R.H. Crown Princess Mette-Marit, the conference brought together some 300...
Austria shedding light on Council of Europe's history and achievements
The Institute of Public Law, Political Science and Public Administration and European Law and International Law, in cooperation with the Permanent Representative of Austria to the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, Ambassador Aloisia Wörgetter, are organising a series of lectures at the University...
Norway: Telling the Kristiansand story
The Norwegian town of Kristiansand, near Oslo, hosts a “European Conference” every year around Europe Day in May. The event aims to emphasise the importance of continuously defending democracy and human rights, by showcasing how these rights impact citizens’ daily lives on a local, regional and...
The Book of Europe: leaders share their vision for the continent’s future
Would you like to know what the Foreign Minister of Iceland thinks about the future of Europe, the perspectives of the Prime Ministers of Portugal and Spain as well as the President of Switzerland? What are the thoughts of the UK and Germany, and why do they differ? What is the perspective of...
Liverpool Summer School to tackle effectiveness of Council of Europe in responding to pressing challenges
The third edition of the Liverpool Summer School in the Law of the Council of Europe (7-18 July 2025) will focus on the effectiveness of the Council of Europe in tackling pressing challenges such as the execution of judgments of the European Court of Human Rights and the complexities of migration...
Celebrating 'Council of Europe Days' in Greek schools
A video on the history of the Council of Europe and Greece's relationship with the organisation will soon be distributed to high schools in Greece and Greek schools abroad. Its aim is to raise awareness and understanding of the activities of the Council of Europe and its pertinence and influence...
Luxembourg launches publication: “When posters speak out - Illustrating the Council of Europe’s mission”
The Luxembourgish Presidency of the Council of Europe Committee of Ministers has launched the publication “When posters speak out – Illustrating the Council of Europe’s mission”. A launch event at the National and University Library of Strasbourg, showcases a selection of posters aimed at raising...
Irish law students enhance understanding of the Council of Europe and its core values
The Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland, in conjunction with the Permanent Representation in Strasbourg, invited 32 law students to participate in a “crash course” to learn how the Council of Europe works and to meet with leading officials. The visit was organised as part of the 75th...
Sweden takes action to combat the manipulation of sports competitions and protect integrity in sports
On 19 December 2024, Sweden officially ratified the Council of Europe's Macolin Convention — the only legally binding international framework dedicated to combating the manipulation of sports competitions. This phenomenon is evolving worldwide, across all sports, alongside the growth of the...
Council of Europe Visibility Days at Club of Venice’s plenary session
Council of Europe Days were at the heart of the agenda of the Club of Venice’s plenary session (held in Palazzo Franchetti on 5-6 December 2024), and regarded as an interesting initiative in the framework for institutional communication. The initiative was emphasized during the roundtable...
Warsaw conference explores impact of new technologies on democracy and human rights
The 2024 edition of the Warsaw Dialogue for Democracy will discuss some of the most pressing issues facing democracies today with a focus on the impact of new technologies on democracy and human rights. This year´s event is also celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Council of Europe, with the...
'Human Rights: Camera Action!' competition: winners announced
The Council of Europe has announced the winners of the 'Human Rights: Camera Action!' competition, which celebrates the creativity and commitment of young photo and video creators dedicated to human rights. The competition, which attracted a large number of entries from across the organisation’s...
Congress youth delegate on Council of Europe's impact: “I use the gained knowledge actively every day”
During its 47th Session (15-17 October 2024), the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities, celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Rejuvenating Politics initiative aiming at promoting democratic principles and human rights among young people through their participation in public life and...
Lithuania launches European Heritage Days 2024: “the Baltic Way was our road to freedom”
This year’s European Heritage Days festivities have been launched with programmes in more than 40 countries, exploring this year’s theme of “Heritage of Routes, Networks, and Connections.” Lithuania is currently holding the Presidency of the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers, and has...
CoEMoN 2024 student: “We need to defend democracy every day, everywhere, because in a blink, we can lose it”
Some 250 students from 29 member states gathered in Strasbourg from 26 to 28 August 2024 for the 2nd edition of the Council of Europe Model of Negotiation (CoEMoN) organised by the Federation for Diplomacy and the United Nations (FDNU) with the support of the Permanent Representation of France....
Montenegro tree planting symbolises cultivation of Council of Europe standards and values
Participating in the Telling the CoE's story project, Montenegro has organised a tree planting ceremony as a symbol of cooperation and partnership between Montenegro and the Council of Europe. The event, aiming at raising public awareness about the Council of Europe´s positive impact on people’s...
Council of Europe at 75: Serbia takes stock on the positive impact of its membership
On 25 June 2024, representatives of the government, diplomatic corps, media, civil sector, partners and other stakeholders gathered in Belgrade to celebrate 75 years of the Council of Europe as the guardian of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. Organised by the Council of Europe office...
Two more weeks to enter the Council of Europe´s photo and video competition for young Europeans!
The Council of Europe has extended the deadline for the photo and video competition Human Rights, Camera, Action! aimed at young people, inviting them to use their smartphones or digital cameras to convey a creative vision of human rights in Europe through a photograph or short video. Prize...
Summer school in Liverpool examines Council of Europe law
The second Liverpool Summer School is underway at the University of Liverpool. The twelve day event, titled “Council of Europe at 75: Protecting Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law in a Rapidly Changing World” has been organised by the university’s School of Law and Social Justice in...
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