Europe Explained
The Council of Europe is working to improve the lives of 700 million people by reducing discrimination, upholding human rights and protecting democracy. In the Europe Explained podcast we talk to the experts on the front line, to get an in-depth analysis of the key issues affecting our everyday lives.
31 episodes
Council of Europe vs. Ecocide: Setting New Legal Standards for the Planet
How is Europe turning climate commitments into enforceable rights? Gianluca Esposito of the Council of Europe reveals how new legal standards are fighting ecocide and defending the right to a healthy environment.
Youth for Planet Protection – A Wake-Up Call for Today, Not Just Tomorrow
Join Martin Hojsík, Vice President of the European Parliament and long-time environmental advocate, as he delivers a compelling call to action: protecting the planet isn’t about the distant future—it’s about survival, justice, and democracy today. From the role of youth in shaping Europe’s Green...
“If I Were a Parliamentarian”: Youth voices on climate, policy, and participation
What would today’s youth do if they were in parliament? Hear from Nina Grmuša and Linus Dolder as they speak powerfully on eco-anxiety, democratic inclusion, and what it takes to create a just climate future. A bold conversation on turning youth activism into real policy change, held at the Youth...
Voices from the field : How the Council of Europe supports reform locally?
What does it take to implement democratic reforms and uphold human rights in rapidly evolving political landscapes? In this the third episode from the DPC Open Day 2025, we hear directly from the Council of Europe field offices in Kyiv, Yerevan, and Tirana. Maciej Janczak, Maxime Longangué, and...
Social Rights and the cost-of-living crisis
In this episode, Aoife Nolan, President of the European Committee of Social Rights, provides valuable insights into one of the most pressing issues in Europe today: the cost-of-living crisis and its profound impact on social rights. This discussion aligns with the European Committee of Social...
Building Stronger Partnerships: The EU & Council of Europe in Action
How do the European Union and the Council of Europe collaborate to strengthen democracy, human rights, and the rule of law? In this episode from the DPC Open Day 2025, we explore the impact of joint programmes with Vesna Kos (EU Head of Delegation) and Claus Neukirch (Director of Programme...
Strengthening cooperation for a resilient Europe
Join us at the Directorate of Programme Coordination (DPC) Open Day 2025. Discover from Deputy Secretary General Bjørn Berge how the Council of Europe is mobilising resources, supporting national reforms, and strengthening partnerships—especially in Ukraine—through innovative action plans and...
Data protection pour les nuls – Partie 2
Dans cet épisode, nos experts en droit décryptent les enjeux de la protection des données et du contrôle du discours en ligne. Modération des contenus, publicité ciblée, utilisation des données personnelles : comment ces éléments façonnent notre expérience sur les plateformes ? Quels sont les...
Local and regional government : a key pillar of democracy in Europe
In this episode we explore the vitally important role played by local and regional authorities in the Council of Europe’s 46 member states, and how the organisation is helping to improve the quality of local democracy in Europe. Our guest expert is Mathieu Mori, the Secretary General of the...
Data protection for dummies
In this episode we examine the dangers and opportunities presented by the huge amounts of data being constantly gathered on all of us, both by the private sector and by state actors. Our guest expert is Emmanuel Netter, a professor in private law at the University of Strasbourg, who guides us...
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