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...
¡Dos semanas más para participar en el concurso de fotografía y vídeo para jóvenes europeos del Consejo de Europa!
El Consejo de Europa ha ampliado el plazo del concurso de fotografía y vídeo Derechos Humanos, Cámara, ¡Acción!, dirigido a los jóvenes, que están invitados a utilizar sus teléfonos móviles o cámaras digitales para transmitir una visión creativa de los derechos humanos en Europa mediante una...
La Escuela de verano de Liverpool examina la legislación del Consejo de Europa
La segunda Escuela de verano de Liverpool ha comenzado en la Universidad de Liverpool. El evento, de doce días de duración, titulado “El Consejo de Europa a los 75: proteger los Derechos Humanos, la democracia y el Estado de derecho en un mundo que cambia rápidamente” ha sido organizado por la...
Hungary highlights Council of Europe's role in national minority youths’ political participation
On 17-18 June 2024, in Budapest, Hungary, the 2024 edition of Council of Europe Days event brought together young people belonging to national minorities from several Council of Europe member states to highlight the Council of Europe’s crucial role in setting standards for their political rights....
San Marino Captains Regent address citizens directly on Council of Europe´s impact
On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the Council of Europe on 5 May 2024, and to raise awareness of the role and impact of the Organisation in San Marino, the two Captains Regent (dual head of state), Alessandro Rossi and Milena Gasperoni, have made a statement broadcasted on the national...
Finlandia mira al futuro en materia de derechos humanos
Finlandia ha celebrado por segunda vez el día anual de los derechos humanos del Consejo de Europa, en el que se conciencia sobre el trabajo del Consejo de Europa para promover los derechos humanos, la democracia y el Estado de derecho en Finlandia y en todo el continente. El evento de este año se...
Moldova: students and the government take action on gender equality and violence against women
At the State University of Chisinau (USM) some 120 students learned about the role of the Council of Europe in promoting gender equality and preventing violence against women. During his visit to the Republic of Moldova, Deputy Secretary General Bjørn Berge engaged with the students, discussing...
¡Derechos humanos, cámara, acción! El Consejo de Europa convoca un certamen de fotografía y vídeo dirigido a jóvenes europeos
Para celebrar su 75 aniversario y dar a conocer el papel y la importancia del Consejo de Europa, el secretario general adjunto, Bjørn Berge, ha convocado un certamen de fotografía y vídeo bajo el lema «¡Derechos humanos, cámara, acción!» destinado a los jóvenes. Para ello, les anima a utilizar...
«Defender las libertades fundamentales en tiempos de guerra y crisis», en el orden del día de la conferencia de Kristiansand
El futuro de la cooperación europea y la justicia para Ucrania fueron los temas predominantes en la 5ª Conferencia Europea sobre Democracia y Derechos Humanos, celebrada el 6 de mayo en Kristiansand (Noruega). Tras el discurso de bienvenida pronunciado por el alcalde de Kristiansand, Matthias...
The Netherlands: “Council of Europe is your friend who helps you stick to the rules”
On the 3rd of April 2024, at the Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security and at the Utrecht University, Ambassador Tanja Gonggrijp, Permanent Representative of the Netherlands to the Council of Europe gave presentations on the Council of Europe’s central role in strengthening human rights, the...
Be who you are: Luxembourg promotes living together concept
Luxembourg’s recent Orientation Days have placed a spotlight on the Council of Europe’s work to combat racism and promote inclusion: values that are fundamental to the event’s theme of “living together”. The Orientation Days, held at the European Convention Centre, take place twice a year and...
The Council of Europe at 75
Ambassador Dr Ion I. Jinga, the Permanent Representative of Romania to the Council of Europe, has written an opinion article on the history and achievements of the Organisation, as it approaches its 75th anniversary on 5 May 2024. The article, aimed at raising the Organisation’s visibility,...
#KézaCoE brings the Council of Europe’s work to the people of France and Europe
The Permanent Representation of France to the Council of Europe has launched a series of example-based videos outlining its mission to safeguard citizens’ rights through its work at the Council of Europe. The video series, #KézaCoE, is a pun that stands for “Qu’est-ce que le Conseil de l´Europe/...
Georgia and the Council of Europe have grown together
A newly-produced video “Georgia and the Council of Europe” highlights the impact of 25 years of Georgia´s membership of the Council of Europe. Part of the visibility project, the film aims to raise awareness of the far-reaching impact of the Council of Europe´s work in Georgia. “Georgia’s...
Finnish civil society deepens its understanding of the Council of Europe
Civil society organisations in Finland have benefitted from a government-organised exchange aimed at increasing their awareness and engagement with the Council of Europe. The Foreign Ministry-organised event not only raised visibility of Finland’s role within the Organisation, but also of the...
Liechtenstein stamps send the Council of Europe into the heart of your home
As part of its Presidency of the Committee of Ministers, Liechtenstein issued a Council of Europe stamp that will arrive on letters sent to the mailboxes of homes, business and organisations in Liechtenstein and throughout Europe and the world. These stamps are a reminder of the Council of...
Council of Europe Days presented at Club of Venice’s communication professionals
Council of Europe Days have been high on the agenda at Palazzo Franchetti during Club of Venice’s plenary session (30 November – 1 December), as a best practice for institutional communication. The initiative has been highlighted during the round table on “The Future of public communication”:...