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Training of Trainers (ToT) organised with the Justice Academy in Tsaghkadzor, Armenia

A two-day training of trainers (ToT) on “Peculiarities of the victim's status in the criminal proceedings” and on “Practical skills for applying alternative preventive measures to detention” was organised in co-operation with the Justice Academy on 6-7 March in Tsaghkadzor.

The goal of the first training module was to convey full knowledge and perceptions to trainers regarding international and national standards of human rights that should be maintained during any trial conducted with the participation of vulnerable injured persons. The second module provides them with profound knowledge of international and national standards regarding the use of preventive measures alternative to detention. It encourageded to apply such alternative measures effectively, thus reducing the widespread use of pre-trial detention.

During the ToT the trainers were equipped with tools and techniques essential for the delivery of high-quality trainings in human rights topics. They became familiar with the training cycle management process and improved their presentation skills. The training provided a perfect opportunity to acquire new methodology skills and exchange experience with international consultants.

30 participants attended these sessions, which are part of a series of trainings aimed at strengthening the capacity of the Justice Academy to deliver human rights courses. The event was organised within the framework of the Project “Supporting the criminal justice reform and harmonizing the application of the European standards in Armenia”, funded within the European Union and Council of Europe Partnership for Good Governance.

Tsaghkadzor, Armenia 6-7 March 2020
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Addressing hate speech and hate crime: regional gathering of the network of Equality Bodies from the Western Balkans and the Eastern Partnership Region

A two-day workshop on addressing hate speech and hate crime took place at the premises of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, involving Equality bodies from the Western Balkans and the Eastern Partnership regions.  The event supported by the EU and Council of Europe, gathered 50 representatives from both regions who discussed and exchanged on the best practices, measures and common challenges when addressing hate speech and hate crime. Through monitoring and reporting, policy advocacy, raising awareness and supporting victims equality bodies play a fundamental role in protecting human rights and ensuring that all individuals are treated equally.

In her opening remarks, Angela Longo, Head of Anti-discrimination Co-operation Unit, Council of Europe, underlined the significant progress in engaging with Equality Bodies through this network, regularly exchanging best practices and addressing the challenges of hatred and intolerance in societies. She highlighted that this new chapter of discussion delves into the grey area between hate speech and hate crime, addressing issues of incitement and biases,

Representatives from Equality Bodies had the opportunity to discuss and enhance their knowledge on the Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers Recommendation to member States on combating hate crime, adopted on 7th May 2024, as well as gain a clearer understanding of EU standards in the field of hate crime. Moreover, participants engaged in exchanges with peers from the Spanish Observatory on Racism and Xenophobia (OBERAXE), who shared insights on addressing hate speech in the public discourse. The National Office Against Racial Discrimination (UNAR) in Italy provided practical examples for developing counter-narratives and raising awareness initiatives.

They also explored opportunities to advocate for legislative reform, foster multisectoral co-operation, enhance data collection, and overall improve national mechanisms to counter hate crimes.

This seminar was organised within the action “Promoting equality and combating racism and intolerance in the Western Balkans” and the project “Promoting equality and non-discrimination: towards more resilient and inclusive societies” – co-funded by the European Union and the Council of Europe, and implemented by the Council of Europe  under the joint Programmes “Horizontal Facility for the Western Balkans and Türkiye” and “Partnership for Good Governance”.

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