The Council of Europe plays a vital role in promoting inclusion and combatting discrimination, including racism and ...

Social rights form the bedrock of inclusive and just societies, enabling every individual to lead a life of dignity, security ...

European cultural heritage represents an invaluable shared asset that transcends national boundaries, reflecting the ...

The Government of Japan has made another voluntary contribution to support the Council of Europe action against cybercrime through the Octopus Project. The agreement was signed on 14 February 2025 by ...

According to the annual World Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Bosnia and Herzegovina has fallen from 64th to 81st place. Recognising the need for a stronger inter-sectoral ...

Implementing Council of Europe standards on Ukraine’s path to EU accession: shared dialogue and reforms ...

In your case law, the Court has consistently stated that Article 3 demands an absolute prohibition on the removal of people to a place where they face a real risk of torture or inhuman or degrading ...

Council of Europe joins global celebration of Safer Internet Day 2025 For the 10th consecutive year, the Council of Europe is ...

The Council of Europe has been at the forefront of protecting children’s rights across the continent. Its work is rooted in the 1989 UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, which marked a pivotal ...

The Council of Europe’s legal instruments are open to states from all regions, creating opportunities for cooperation in AI, data protection, cybercrime, and more. By connecting regional and global ...

On 5 February, the Department for the Execution of Judgments participated in a workshop for National Preventive Mechanisms ...

Children have the same human rights as adults, plus additional protections due to their special needs. The Commissioner calls on states to prioritise the best interests of children, enhance their ...