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46 countries working together to promote #HumanRights #Democracy #RuleOfLaw
@coe.intHow do we recognise when history is being manipulated? We asked students & teachers to share their perspectives on history, critical thinking and spotting misinformation. Watch the video to hear what they think.
@coe.intEveryone has a right to life. The death penalty is a cruel and inhuman punishment. Let’s put an end to it.
Through the European Convention on Human Rights, we have eradicated the death penalty across almost the whole continent. The rest of the world should follow suit.
@coe.intCountries around the world are moving away from the death penalty, but the sharp rise in executions is alarming.
Read the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, @alain-berset.coe.int joint statement with EU High Representative @kajakallas.bsky.social.
@coe.int Do you represent a business and want to contribute to the New Democratic Pact for Europe? Complete the survey:
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@coe.int“When democracy is secure, business is too,” said Deputy Secretary General Tanja Gongrijp at the European Democracy Summit. Her key takeaways: protect democratic institutions, build trust and participation, and act through the New Democratic Pact for Europe.
@coe.intAI is moving fast. Protecting human rights must remain at its core.
The Council of Europe and Microsoft have signed a framework cooperation agreement to promote responsible and inclusive technology, rooted in human rights, democracy and the rule of law.
@coe.intA new chapter begins at the Council of Europe! New trainees have arrived with big expectations: to learn, grow, enjoy the experience and make the most of every opportunity. Good luck to our new trainees for the six months ahead! 💙
@coe.intAI is transforming our societies - but innovation must go hand in hand with human rights🤖
Do you know the answer? Share your guess in the comments, then watch the reveal.
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@coe.intHigh-level addresses, the Václav Havel Human Rights Prize, debates on Ukraine, climate action and accountability.
A packed @pace.coe.int autumn session, with human rights, democracy and the rule of law at its heart.
Take a look at the highlights 👇
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@coe.intPriorities include support and social inclusion for veterans and people with disabilities, accountability for war crimes, stronger democratic institutions, independent justice, protection of minorities and women, and support for Ukrainian children.
@coe.intSupporting Ukraine’s people and its democratic resilience. The Council of Europe’s new Action Plan for Ukraine 2027–30, presented this week by Secretary General Alain Berset, will put human rights, the rule of law and good governance at the heart of support for Ukraine.
@coe.int“Multilateralism is our shared destiny.”- At the Parliamentary Assembly, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco called for stronger dialogue and cooperation to uphold international law, protect human rights and safeguard our planet.
@coe.int“Respect for human dignity must be Europe’s compass” - addressing @pace.coe.int, President António José Martins Seguro called for an uncompromising defence of human rights, stronger democracy and social cohesion, and a Europe open to the world.
@coe.intThe Register of Damage for Ukraine is now fully open, with all 43 categories of claims available for submission.
Claims can now be registered for people’s loss of access to healthcare and education, and damage to the country’s environment and natural resources.
@coe.intGermany stands firmly with the Council of Europe. In Strasbourg, Foreign Minister @aussenminister.diplo.de stressed the need for a strong Council of Europe to defend democracy, human rights & the rule of law, while tackling new technologies, hybrid threats and supporting Ukraine.
@alain-berset.coe.intReposted by @coe.intToday, I’ve presented the Council of Europe’s new Action Plan for Ukraine. Supporting veterans and social inclusion, protecting minorities, women and children, advancing accountability, democratic governance, independent justice and the fight against corruption are among its key priorities. 🧵1/2
@pace.coe.intReposted by @coe.intCongratulations to Nasrin Sotoudeh, winner of the 2026 Václav Havel Human Rights Prize, honouring her extraordinary commitment to justice, dignity and freedom in #Iran.
We also honour shortlisted nominees Márta Pardavi and Alinejad Masih for their courageous human rights work.
@pace.coe.intReposted by @coe.intThe #PACEautumn2026 session is coming 🍂
▶️ HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco
▶️ The President of Portugal
▶️ Germany's Foreign Minister
▶️ Award of the #HavelPrize
... and much more. Join us!
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@coe.intIt promotes transparency, public participation and accountability by ensuring that everyone can access information held by public authorities, without discrimination and regardless of their status or reasons for requesting it.
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@coe.intOn the International Day for Universal Access to Information, we reaffirm everyone’s right to access official documents. The Tromsø Convention is the Council of Europe’s international legal framework on access to official documents.
