Europe's Human Rights Watchdog: The Council of Europe
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Europe's Human Rights Watchdog: The Council of Europe
The Council of Europe is Europe's oldest and largest intergovernmental organisation. It promotes human rights, democracy and the rule of law since 1949.
Jan 26, 2014
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Aziza Abdirasulova, one of Kyrgyzstan’s pioneering human‑rights defenders, has spent decades documenting torture, arbitrary detentions, and violations of fundamental freedoms. Learn more about her story⤵️ https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/kyrgyz-human-rights-defender-awarded-2026-raoul-wallenberg-prize | Council of Europe
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Aziza Abdirasulova, one of Kyrgyzstan’s pioneering human‑rights defenders, has spent decades documenting torture, arbitrary detentions, and violations of fundamental freedoms. Learn more about her story⤵️ https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/kyrgyz-human-rights-defender-awarded-2026-raoul-wallenberg-prize | Council of Europe
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The Council of Europe - An overview
The Council of Europe - An overview
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Millions of Russians are set to lose the protection of the European Convention on Human Rights. Following Russia’s exclusion from the Council of Europe on 16 March 2022, as a result of its aggression against Ukraine, the Russian Federation ceases to be a High Contracting Party to the European Convention on Human Rights on 16 September 2022. “It is truly regrettable that, with its departure from the European Convention on Human Rights, Russia will further isolate itself from the democratic world
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Millions of Russians are set to lose the protection of the European Convention on Human Rights. Following Russia’s exclusion from the Council of Europe on 16 March 2022, as a result of its aggression against Ukraine, the Russian Federation ceases to be a High Contracting Party to the European Convention on Human Rights on 16 September 2022. “It is truly regrettable that, with its departure from the European Convention on Human Rights, Russia will further isolate itself from the democratic world
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5 May 1949: Europe said never again. The Council of Europe was born – to defend human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Watch the video & hear Ernest Bevin’s powerful opening words. Happy Birthday, Council of Europe. Let’s keep moving forward. | Council of Europe
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5 May 1949: Europe said never again. The Council of Europe was born – to defend human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Watch the video & hear Ernest Bevin’s powerful opening words. Happy Birthday, Council of Europe. Let’s keep moving forward. | Council of Europe
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75 years ago, the Council of Europe was founded to protect human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. ⚖️ Enjoy the highlights from the special ceremony to mark our 75th anniversary at the Opera house in Strasbourg. Watch the full ceremony: https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/secretary-general-marks-council-of-europe-s-75th-anniversary | Council of Europe
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75 years ago, the Council of Europe was founded to protect human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. ⚖️ Enjoy the highlights from the special ceremony to mark our 75th anniversary at the Opera house in Strasbourg. Watch the full ceremony: https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/secretary-general-marks-council-of-europe-s-75th-anniversary | Council of Europe
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Euronews answers: The Council of Europe turns 70, but what does it do?
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5 May 1949: Europe said never again. The Council of Europe was born – to defend human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Watch the video & hear Ernest Bevin’s powerful opening words. Happy Birthday, Council of Europe. Let’s keep moving forward. | Council of Europe
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5 May 1949: Europe said never again. The Council of Europe was born – to defend human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Watch the video & hear Ernest Bevin’s powerful opening words. Happy Birthday, Council of Europe. Let’s keep moving forward. | Council of Europe
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75 years ago, the Council of Europe was founded to protect human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. ⚖️ Enjoy the highlights from the special ceremony to mark our 75th anniversary at the Opera house in Strasbourg. Watch the full ceremony: https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/secretary-general-marks-council-of-europe-s-75th-anniversary | Council of Europe
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75 years ago, the Council of Europe was founded to protect human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. ⚖️ Enjoy the highlights from the special ceremony to mark our 75th anniversary at the Opera house in Strasbourg. Watch the full ceremony: https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/secretary-general-marks-council-of-europe-s-75th-anniversary | Council of Europe
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Euronews answers: The Council of Europe turns 70, but what does it do?
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The Venice Commission, the Council of Europe’s advisory body on constitutional matters plays a key role in helping countries build democratic institutions and legal systems that uphold human rights and the rule of law. With 61 member states and a network of independent experts, it provides legal advice, supports constitutional reforms, and facilitates dialogue in times of crisis. Its work strengthens democracy across Europe and beyond. Headquartered in Strasbourg, with plenary sessions in Venice
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The Venice Commission, the Council of Europe’s advisory body on constitutional matters plays a key role in helping countries build democratic institutions and legal systems that uphold human rights and the rule of law. With 61 member states and a network of independent experts, it provides legal advice, supports constitutional reforms, and facilitates dialogue in times of crisis. Its work strengthens democracy across Europe and beyond. Headquartered in Strasbourg, with plenary sessions in Venice
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Happy 75th anniversary, European Convention on Human Rights! 75 years ago, the European Convention on Human Rights aka ECHR was opened for signature in Rome 🇮🇹. The Convention impacts over 700 million people in Europe, safeguarding our human rights and fundamental freedoms. | Council of Europe
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Happy 75th anniversary, European Convention on Human Rights! 75 years ago, the European Convention on Human Rights aka ECHR was opened for signature in Rome 🇮🇹. The Convention impacts over 700 million people in Europe, safeguarding our human rights and fundamental freedoms. | Council of Europe
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Implementation of ECHR rulings in 2023: Significant progress, but important challenges remain Discover the latest annual report from the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers. Highlights include: 🔹 1,043 new cases transferred by the Court to the Committee to supervise their implementation 🔹982 cases closed by the Committee in 2023 following steps taken by member states 🔹3,819 cases against member states pending at the end of the year, of which 72% were repetitive Learn more: https://www.
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Implementation of ECHR rulings in 2023: Significant progress, but important challenges remain Discover the latest annual report from the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers. Highlights include: 🔹 1,043 new cases transferred by the Court to the Committee to supervise their implementation 🔹982 cases closed by the Committee in 2023 following steps taken by member states 🔹3,819 cases against member states pending at the end of the year, of which 72% were repetitive Learn more: https://www.
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Happening now: Ministers from Council of Europe member states are engaging in discussions on how to uphold the European Convention on Human Rights while addressing migration challenges across the continent. https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/council-of-europe-ministers-to-discuss-migration-and-the-european-convention-on-human-rights-1 | Council of Europe
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🌍 Calling all photographers and videographers! 📱✨ Participate in 'Human Rights, Camera, Action!' - the Council of Europe's new photo and video competition! 📸 What’s the challenge? Through your lens, show us human rights in action. Reflect on how fundamental rights weave into our everyday experiences. From a smile shared to a protest sign raised, every detail matters. Let’s celebrate human rights together! 📸 Learn more about how to take part: https://www.coe.int/en/web/coe-story/photo-and-vid
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The judgments from the European Court of Human Rights are binding on the states concerned. The Council of Europe Committee of Ministers oversees their execution on the basis of information provided by national authorities, NGOs and other interested parties. The latest decisions of the Committee of Ministers are now available, including two interim resolutions concerning Azerbaijan and Poland. Info and details: https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/-1 🎥 Here's how the process works. | Council of E
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Did you know? Strasbourg is home to major Council of Europe buildings! From the iconic Palais de l’Europe to the innovative Agora, each site plays a key role in promoting democracy, human rights, and the rule of law across Europe. Explore: 🏛️ Palais de l’Europe 🏢 Agora ⚖️ European Court of Human Rights 💊 EDQM Learn more: https://www.coe.int/en/web/about-us/headquarters-and-offices | Council of Europe
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🚨 An important statement on social rights from the Council of Europe issued in Vilnius by the COE-FRA-ENNHRI-EQUINET Platform The Platform calls on governments: 🔷 to reaffirm their full commitment to the protection and implementation of social rights as guaranteed by the European Social Charter system 🔷 to strengthen the Charter’s system by ratifying the Revised Charter and accepting additional provisions, in particular those that reinforce the right to housing and the right to protection aga
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Throwback to the 40th Council of Europe Wednesday Conference Earlier this month in Strasbourg, a powerful roundtable brought together voices from civil society, academia, and public institutions to reflect on the future of democracy in Europe. Alain Berset, Secretary General of the Council of Europe, reminded us that democracy must live not only in institutions, but in hearts and minds, especially among youth. The shared vision? A New Democratic Pact - anchored in human rights and participative
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🇪🇺 How are decisions made at the highest levels of EU politics? This video 👇 will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about the European Council and the Council of the EU, in the words of those who know it best! | Council of the European Union
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The European Union and the Council of Europe: One Europe, Two Distinct Stories. 🇪🇺 The Council of Europe and the European Union have different roles, but shared values. Watch the video ⤵️ #OneEurope #CouncilOfEurope #EuropeanUnion #EuropeDay EU Delegation to the Council of Europe | Council of Europe
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🎧 Discover the Secrets of the Council of Europe Building 🏛️ In the debut episode of the new podcast "L'Atelier de l'Europe", we dive into the architectural marvel of the Palais de l'Europe, designed by Henry Bernard between 1972 and 1977. Join us as we explore this iconic 106 x 106 x 38 m structure through the eyes of distinguished guests: ➡️ Marija Pejčinović Burić, Secretary General of the Council of Europe (2019-2024) ➡️ Gauthier Bolle, Professor of Architectural history and culture at the
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You already know the difference between the Council of the EU, the Council of Europe, and the European Council, don't you? A quick recap never hurts, though. And that’s exactly what our Jakub Janas does in this explainer for #EuropeToday ahead of the European Council meeting in Brussels. | Euronews English
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How do we help member countries to improve their technical capacity to hold free and fair elections? https://www.coe.int/en/web/electoral-assistance/-/learn-more-with-us-about-elections-and-democracy-in-47-member-states-of-the-council-of-europe | Council of Europe
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At the Council of Europe, we are committed to supporting all Belarusians, whether at home or in exile, who are working toward democratic change and a better future. The Contact Group on Belarus is not just a symbol - it’s a gesture of solidarity and support, both for the people of Belarus and for the international community. Change is taking root. Our commitment to a free and democratic Belarus is unwavering. | Council of Europe
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50 years of the EU's highest political institution.🎉Watch how it started and how it has developed into the EU institution it is today ⬇️. | Council of the European Union
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