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Advancing Serbia’s reform agenda in human rights, rule of law and democracy in line with European standards
Serbia has made progress on its reform agenda, ranging from strengthening human rights protections and anti-trafficking efforts to promoting equality, quality education for all, as well as safeguarding freedom of expression- all in the framework of the EU and Council of Europe joint programme,...
Equality bodies, public authorities and civil society organisations in Albania to join forces in the efforts to combat discrimination and hatred
Partners and beneficiaries of the action on Advancing the Protection from Discrimination in Albania valued the contribution of this co-operation initiative of the European Union and Council of Europe, that aims to bring forward the effects of the reforms in the field of anti-discrimination and...
Software to support a more efficient system of treatment of prisoners launched for the beneficiaries of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina
For the first time in a prison of the Bosnia and Herzegovina Federation an Integrated Prison Management Information System (IPMIS) was put into function. This prison software together with the procurement of hardware equipment was developed with the support of the EU and Council of Europe...
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Advancing Albania’s Reform Agenda, in line with European values: Human Rights and Democracy in the Spotlight
The programme “Horizontal Facility for the Western Balkans and Türkiye”, a core co-operation initiative of the European Union and Council of Europe, is a fundamental instrument in the hands of the public authorities in Albania to bring forward protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms,...
New course on combating trafficking in human beings in Serbia
To support lawyers in effective protection of victims of trafficking and prosecuting perpetrators, a new HELP (Human Rights Education for Legal Professionals) course has been launched within the action “Strengthening anti-trafficking action in Serbia”, in co-operation with the Serbian Bar...
Serbia Regulatory Authority for Electronic Media enhances knowledge on advertising standards
Representatives of the Serbia’s Regulatory Authority for Electronic Media (REM) had the opportunity to learn more on commercial communications and explore possibilities for co-regulation and self-regulation in various areas. The training was designed to provide an overview of the European...
Türkiye’de Kadına Yönelik Şiddetle Mücadelede Kadın Örgütleri ile Güç Birliği
Kadınlara yönelik adli yardım hizmetlerinin nitelik ve erişilebilirliğinin artırılması amacıyla Türkiye’deki sivil toplum kuruluşlarının desteklenmesine yönelik çalışmalar kapsamında, Avrupa Birliği ve Avrupa Konseyi’nin desteğiyle çevrim içi bir tartışma oturumu düzenlenmiştir. Toplantı...
Montenegro judges and media unite to improve court transparency
In a groundbreaking initiative, judges and media professionals in Montenegro met in Podgorica for the first time to strengthen collaboration on the dissemination of information from court proceedings. During the two-day event, participants delved into pressing issues, including the Council of...
Advancing support to legal professionals in the efforts to improve women’s access to justice in the Western Balkans
The Mentoring Programme for legal professionals, an initiative of the EU and Council of Europe regional action “Women’s access to justice in the Western Balkans”, proved to be a unique tool for equipping justice professionals including judges and prosecutors with necessary resources to champion...
Göçle Türkiye’ye Gelen Çocukların Korunmasına Dair Mevzuat Rehberi Yayınlandı
Göç bağlamında çocukların korunmasına ilişkin ulusal mevzuatın ve uluslararası insan hakları standartlarının derlendiği yeni bir rehber, Avrupa Birliği ve Avrupa Konseyi'nin “Türkiye'de göç bağlamında insan haklarının korunmasının güçlendirilmesi” ortak eyleminin uzman desteğiyle tamamlanarak...
Study on preventing child trafficking for the purpose of labour exploitation, begging and forced marriages in North Macedonia reveals factual situation and trends
According to the 2023 third evaluation report on North Macedonia of the Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking of the Council of Europe, most of the trafficking victims are children. Although most of the trafficked children were subjected to sexual exploitation, child trafficking for the...
Protecting journalists and activists from SLAPPs in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) are a significant concern for journalists and activists, as they are used by political and economic power holders to suppress critical voices. Addressing this challenge from the perspective of journalists and lawyers, and exploring how to...
Call for Applications: Intercultural Cities - invitation for the participation of towns and municipalities in Serbia to promote diversity and tolerance at local level
Within the action "Combating discrimination and promoting diversity in Serbia", part of the joint programme of the European Union and the Council of Europe "Horizontal Facility for the Western Balkans and Türkiye", we are inviting local self-government units to apply for the new initiative to...
Empowering mental health professionals on LGBTIQ counselling approach in Bosnia and Herzegovina
As part of the "Empower and Embrace" project, supported by EU and Council of Europe, the Centre for Psychological Support Sensus concluded the capacity building initiative on "Gender, Identity, and Sexuality" in Mostar and Foča, Bosnia and Herzegovina. 17 mental health professionals had the...
Türkiye'de Göç Bağlamında İdari Gözetimin İzlenmesinin Güçlendirilmesi
Türkiye İnsan Hakları ve Eşitlik Kurumu (TİHEK) için hazırlanan “Göçmenlerin İdari Gözetim Yerlerinin İzlenmesi” Avrupa Birliği ve Avrupa Konseyi Ortak Eylemi “Türkiye'de Göç Bağlamında İnsan Haklarının Korunmasının Güçlendirilmesi” kapsamında uzman desteği ile tamamlanarak yayımlandı. Rehberin...
Combating Hate Speech and Discrimination through Education in the Municipality of Ilijaš
In the efforts to address hate speech and fight discrimination in the local communities of Ilijas in Bosnia and Herzegovina the initiative “Countering hate speech in the Municipality of Ilijaš” was successfully concluded. This initiative supported by the European Union and the Council of Europe...
Council of Europe Recommendation on countering the use of SLAPPs, available in Albanian
The Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe adopted on 5 April 2024, the Recommendation CM/Rec(2024)2 on countering the use of strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs). The Committee of Ministers urged the member States to devise comprehensive and effective strategies to...
North Macedonia ratifies the Council of Europe Convention on Access to Official Documents
The Parliament of the Republic of North Macedonia, on its 12th session held on 13 August 2024, adopted the Law on Ratification of the Council of Europe Convention on Access to Official Documents, also known as the Tromsø Convention. With this ratification, North Macedonia becomes the 16th country...
European Commission against Racism аnd Intolerance Recommendation on preventing and combating intolerance and discrimination against LGBTI persons, available in Macedonian
European Commission against Racism and Intolerance’s (ECRI) General Policy Recommendation No.17 on preventing and combating intolerance and discrimination against LGBTI persons is now available in Macedonian language! Published in September 2023, the document recognises the continuing challenges...
Potential amendments to Serbia's Data Protection Law with emphasis on Freedom of Expression discussed with local actors
The intricate balance between data protection and freedom of expression has emerged as a critical issue within the realm of journalism. The 2018 adoption of the Law on Data Protection by the Government of Serbia marked a significant step in aligning national legislation with the European Union's...