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13/06/2026

This room won’t be empty for long! 
On 17 and 18 June, experts from across Europe will gather in Strasbourg to tackle online hate speech.
And you can be part of the conversation! 
🚨Deadline for registration - 14 June.
Register via link bio!

10/06/2026

Women can be the architects of peace.

At the Council of Europe’s Gender Equality Conference in Strasbourg, experts from across sectors called for stronger participation of women in conflict resolution and post-conflict recovery.

👉 The message is clear: peace cannot be lasting if it excludes women.

Despite strong evidence that women’s involvement leads to more inclusive and durable peace agreements, barriers such as discrimination, sexism, and gender-based violence still limit their participation.

https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/women-can-be-the-architects-of-peace

08/06/2026

Inclusive sport starts with visibility, representation and the right support.

German Para athlete Friederike Brose speaks about the need for specialised training for coaches and greater visibility for the Para sport.

Her message is part of the EU-Council of Europe's Sport For All project, promoting inclusion, equal opportunities and access to sport for persons with disabilities across Europe.

Learn more about the project: https://pjp-eu.coe.int/en/web/sport-for-all/about-sport-for-all

05/06/2026

From women’s rights to peace, and gay rights: discover what role the judgments of the European Court of Human Rights played in bringing peace and social change to Ireland.

🎙️ In this episode of “The European Court of Human Rights: an Irish perspective”:

✔️ How landmark ECHR cases reshaped Irish law on abortion, gay rights, and access to justice ✔️ The central role of the European Convention on Human Rights in protecting human rights and guiding reconciliation in Northern Ireland ✔️ Ongoing influence of the Convention, tackling today’s challenges like climate change and AI

Listen now! Link in bio 👆

04/06/2026

It’s your last chance: register now!

Are you tech savvy or a democracy expert? Hack back – we need your innovative tools and ideas to shape the future of European democracy!

🏆 Win a share of a €50,000 Microsoft grant

All expenses-paid trip to Strasbourg (for 20 selected teams)

Receive expert mentorship

Join us from 17-19 June 2026 at the Palais de l'Europe, Strasbourg, France

More info & registration: https://democracyhackathon.coe.int/

04/06/2026

🌱Welcome to the first ever European Forum on environmental human rights defenders Forum!

Some 400 defenders, policymakers, civil society leaders, academics, and representatives from international institutions, from nearly all 46 Council of Europe countries, are meeting to discuss about the protection of environmental defenders, civic space and environmental democracy in Europe.

🎙️We had the opportunity to interview Anna and Gabriele, two inspiring environmental defenders, who shared their experiences and insights from the forum.

Read more: link in bio 👆

04/06/2026

Ever wondered what it’s like to argue in front of the European Court? 📜

We interviewed four students that participated in this year’s Helga Pedersen Moot Court Competition, organised jointly by the Council of Europe and . The mock legal proceedings take place in Strasbourg at the Council of Europe, with the final at the European Court of Human Rights.

After months of written submissions, regional rounds and many pleadings, 18 university teams (from 13 countries) qualified, going head-to-head to win a legal case concerning criminal behaviour in cyberspace, artificial-intelligence tools in criminal cases, and the right to a fair trial.

🔗 Learn more about moot courts at the Council of Europe: link in bio

02/06/2026

The Council of Europe is working to promote new laws to protect children against sexual abuse in the circle of trust; and data-collection mechanisms to help fight sexual exploitation of children.

Read the full report: https://go.coe.int/8bUbJ

02/06/2026

Still confused about the rule of law?

Watch our video that accompanies ⚖️ The rule of law and why it matters – EXPLAINED ⚖️ to learn more about the how the rule of law impacts your life.

Read the full explainer: link in bio 👆

02/06/2026

Now more than ever, the rule of law matters. It protects everyday life by ensuring fair rules and accountability – from renting a home to signing a job contract or speaking freely.

As the rule of law comes under pressure, we must protect it to ensure people’s rights are respected.

Read the explainer: https://go.coe.int/IW09C

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