Partnership for Good Governance

20/10/2026

Twenty Young European Ambassadors from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and the Republic of Moldova met in Kakheti, Georgia, to learn how to counter hate speech and promote human rights narratives.

By creating spaces for YEAs and young people to connect, exchange ideas and learn from one another, we foster intercultural dialogue, challenge stereotypes and build mutual understanding across the region.

More: https://go.coe.int/hH1fj

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How do you spot a harmful narrative before it takes hold, and how do you build communities where people genuinely feel safe? These are not simple questions, but a group of twenty young people...

19/10/2026

Explore the latest stories from the Partnership for Good Governance, a joint EU-Council of Europe initiative.

This June-September edition explores how initiatives across the region are addressing violence and discrimination in everyday life - from gender data reforms and victim support to human rights awareness and stronger safeguards for people at risk.

FOCUS: Addressing violence and discrimination, with practical responses advancing justice, equality and protection for those most at risk accross the region.

Read more: https://tryshortly.com/dvdHt2i

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16/10/2026

Why good governance matters?

Good governance means transparent, efficient institutions that serve people’s needs. The Partnership for Good Governance helps build trust and accountability across the region - creating stronger societies for the future.

Read more: https://go.coe.int/Enzn6



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14/10/2026

Who benefits from the Partnership for Good Governance?

Public servants, businesses, citizens families and civil society, all benefit from improved laws, fairer courts and safer communities. The Partnership for Good Governance is designed to help everyone access better rights and opportunities.



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13/10/2026

How does the Partnership for Good Governance support change?

Real change comes from practical reforms and collaboration. The Partnership for Good Governance supports institutions and people with training, new procedures and expert guidance, so everyone benefits.

See how: https://go.coe.int/Enzn6



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12/10/2026

We are concluding this TEDx Talk series with one of its most personal and moving stories yet.

Anush Aslanyan, from "Equal Rights, Equal Opportunities" NGO, shared her journey as a woman with a physical disability growing up in a rural Armenian village. Her message was clear: independence isn't about doing everything alone, but about owning your choices. And when people with disabilities step into their own power, they inspire everyone around them to do the same.



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08/10/2026

Today we are sharing with you another TEDx Talk dedicated to equality and non-discrimination in Armenia.

Tomasz Ostropolski, Deputy Head of the EU Delegation's Political Section in Armenia, made a compelling argument: a truly safe and prosperous Armenia is one that protects every citizen, regardless of background. He framed human rights not just as a moral duty, but as a smart economic investment that drives stability and growth.

Watch the full video and follow for the next one.



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07/10/2026

As part of the joint EU-Council of Europe's initiative that promotes equality and non-discrimination in Armenia, a TEDx Talk enabled inspiring voices to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing our society today.

Armenia's Minister of Justice, Srbuhi Galyan, spoke about succeeding in a field where women are still seen as exceptions rather than the norm. She made a powerful case for judging all professionals on merit alone and reminded us that real progress begins when women's success becomes the standard, rather than the surprise.

Watch her talk and stay tuned for more speakers in the coming days!



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06/10/2026

Under the joint EU-Council of Europe's initiative on equality and non-discrimination in Armenia, recently held TEDx Talk gave a platform to stories that often go unheard, including this one.

Rustam Bakoyan, Acting Chair of the Standing Committee on Protection of Human Rights, spoke about something quietly urgent: when minority languages disappear from classrooms, entire cultures go with them. He argued that language is the backbone of identity, and that protecting Armenia's ethnic communities means investing in their right to learn and live in their native tongue.

Don't miss his talk. Follow us for more speakers this week!



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28/09/2026

Auditors are often among the first to notice signs of money laundering or terrorist financing, which puts them on the front line of protecting businesses, communities and the wider economy.

Nearly half of Azerbaijan's auditors took part in recent practical workshops on spotting possible issues in everyday business situations and knowing how to respond.

Read what they learned: https://go.coe.int/09UoS



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