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Sofija Blagojević: A young hero championing inclusion in Serbian schools
At just 17 years old, Sofija Blagojević has emerged as an unexpected hero in the eyes of teachers and other professionals working with children. Her dedication to fostering inclusion and fighting discrimination has not only earned her recognition but also inspired those around her. "I was deeply...
Over 200 Turkish lawyers enhance knowledge on immigration detention standards
More than 200 lawyers from eight Bar Associations across Türkiye, including İstanbul, İzmir, Adana, Kahramanmaraş, Mardin, Bursa, Mersin, and Ankara, have enhanced their expertise in immigration detention standards. Through a series of cascade training sessions, they gained insights into...
Highlights No.7
Improving legal access and human rights awareness in the Western Balkans
Notable progress was made in promoting human rights and raising awareness of European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) judgments. Law students gained hands-on experience through internships, enhancing their understanding and practical application of legal principles. Awareness-raising initiatives...
Highlights No.7
Empowering media and combating SLAPPs in the Western Balkans
Important interventions were focused on strengthening the protection of journalists, activists, and the media in the Western Balkans, with a primary focus on combatting Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) but also on advancing the role of the media in addressing key social...
Hightligs No.7
Aligning Prison and Forensic Practices in the with European standards
Recent efforts across the Western Balkans have focused on improving the treatment of individuals within the justice system, particularly those involved in forensic and prison settings. Our initiatives have aimed at aligning domestic practices with European standards in the field, ensuring better...
Hightlights No.7
Get to know the most recent publications published under the Horizontal Facility programme
In this edition of Highlights, we present the main publications produced under the framework of the Horizontal Facility III programme with an aim to enhance knowledge and bring European standards in various areas closer to the beneficiaries in the Western Balkans and in Türkiye. “Dictionary to...
Udružena borba protiv SLAPP tužbi u BiH
Uz podršku Vijeća Evrope, kao i rastuću solidarnost, novinari/ke, advokati/ce i aktivisti/kinje u Bosni i Hercegovini udružili su snage u suzbijanju strateških tužbi protiv javnog učešća (SLAPP)- tužbi koje imaju za cilj ušutkivanje kritičkih glasova i obeshrabrivanje izvještavanja u javnom...
Otvorena dva nova resursna centra za demokratsku školsku kulturu u Bosni i Hercegovini
Još dvije škole u Bosni i Hercegovini zvanično su postale resursni centri za demokratsku školsku kulturu. Četvrta osnovna škola u Brčkom i Mještovita srednja škola u Čeliću postale su dio transformativne inicijative usmjerene na njegovanje demokratskih vrijednosti i promociju inkluzivnog...
Montenegro’s youth drive change with award-winning inclusive tech solutions
In a bid to make schools more inclusive and understanding, high school students from across Montenegro gathered for the "Equal Hack: Code for Equality" hackathon, developing tech-driven solutions to promote equality and respect. Maša Radulović, whose team from Nikšić clinched first place, aimed...
Landmark European Court of Human Rights’ judgments highlight urgent need for property rights' reform in Albania
The European Court of Human Rights (the Court) issued two landmark judgements on 10 and 17 December 2024 respectively, addressing persistent challenges in Albania’s property registration and restitution systems and underscoring the continued need for further reform. In the case of Ramaj v....
Lawyers in Serbia boost efforts to combat human trafficking through specialised HELP training
Twenty lawyers from Serbia have successfully completed the Council of Europe’s HELP course on Combatting Trafficking in Human Beings. The certification ceremony, held at the premises of the Council of Europe in Belgrade, marked the culmination of over two months of intensive training designed to...
Judicial Academy’s initial training beneficiaries strengthen skills to apply the European Convention on Human Rights
The joint European Union and Council of Europe action Strengthening human rights protection in Serbia and the Judicial Academy of the Republic of Serbia (JA), conducted a series of practical trainings from October until December on various Articles of the European Convention on Human Rights...
Nova istraživanja ukazuju na posljedice govora mržnje u Bosni i Hercegovini
U Sarajevu su danas predstavljene dvije publikacije o najnovijem istraživanju prirode i posljedica govora mržnje u Bosni i Hercegovini, izrađene u okviru zajedničkog programa Evropske unije i Vijeća Evrope „Horizontal Facility za Zapadni Balkan i Tursku“. Sveobuhvatno istraživanje provedeno je...
Egmont Group Strategic Analysis Course for Financial Crimes Investigation Board
Twenty five representatives from Türkiye’s Financial Crimes Investigation Board (MASAK) have been equipped with advanced skills to strengthen efforts against money laundering and terrorism financing, following a four-day “Egmont Group Strategic Analysis Course” organised by the Council of Europe...
“Evaluation Report on the Guardianship System for Children in the Context of Migration in Türkiye” published
An “Evaluation Report on the Guardianship System for Children in the Context of Migration in Türkiye” offers an in-depth analysis of the country’s public guardianship system and proposes 11 recommendations for improvement to support its effective functioning. Developed with the expert support...
Law students gain hands-on experience in human rights protection through internship
The joint European Union and Council of Europe action Strengthening human rights protection in Serbia gathered law students from Belgrade University, who participated in internships at the Government Agent’s Office, to discuss their experiences in a focus group. The internship programme,...
Towards better treatment of sentenced persons in Serbia
The Heads of Treatment Departments from all 29 Serbian penitentiary institutions convened in Belgrade to enhance the implementation of the existing prisoner treatment programmes and prepare for the rollout of new ones in 2025. The meeting, held as part of the Council of Europe and European...
Empowering future legal experts in North Macedonia on the provision of free legal aid
Legal clinics and civil society organisations authorised to provide primary legal aid play a pivotal role in ensuring access to justice and effectively safeguarding human rights in accordance with European standards. In the efforts to advance access to equal justice in North Macedonia, around 20...
Coding for change in Montenegro
Six high school teams from across Montenegro gathered in Podgorica for the “Equal Hack: Code for Equality” hackathon, an exciting two-day event where young minds designed solutions to promote inclusion, respect, and safer online and offline spaces for all. The hackathon, which brought together...
Prison governors in North Macedonia enhance management skills and knowledge of the European Prison Rules
Prison governors managing all the 12 penitentiary facilities in North Macedonia strengthened their managerial skills and knowledge of the European Prison Rules, during the 2-days capacity-building session during 10-11 December 2024 in Gevgelija. The two-day session focused on key prison...
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