Council of Europe

Strengthening social rights → strengthening democracy. @sandumaiamd : “If we are serious about preserving democracy, we must ensure it delivers for all.” Today in Chișinău, leaders reaffirm commitment to social equality and the European Social Charter. go.coe.int/Z7BXV

📍At the #ESC2026 High-Level Conference in Chișinău, @coe’s Roma & Travellers Division held a side event on “Roma and the Future of Work”. Opened by @sandumaiamd and @alain_berset , it explored skills, career pathways & inclusion to support Roma youth entering the labour market.

The European Social Charter is not abstract. It tackles inequality, protects workers and helps prevent the insecurity that fuels division. As you said, President @sandumaiamd, when people feel protected, they are less vulnerable to manipulation. Democracy must deliver for all. That is what we work for at @CoESocialRights.

The 2026 High-Level Conference on Social Rights begins. How can stronger social rights reinforce democratic resilience across Europe? Follow for updates and highlights from the Conference.

Happening now: 50 delegations from different European countries gathered in Chișinău for the Conference on social rights - the European Social Charter. Watch live: coe.int/en/web/europea…

Council of Europe joins UN events for the International Day to combat Islamophobia. Measures to combat anti-Muslim hatred have to meaningfully contribute to “living together”. coe.int/en/web/portal/…

Honoured to open alongside President @Maia_Sandu today’s discussion on Roma inclusion and access to employment. The issue is not tomorrow’s labour market, but exclusion today. We cannot accept it as inevitable. Every young person, including Roma youth, deserves a real chance to learn, work and contribute.

European countries will gather in Chișinău 🇲🇩 for the Conference on social rights - the European Social Charter on 19 March. Follow the event online: lnkd.in/gvyCrT4V @CoESocialRights

🎬 And the Oscar goes to… Sentimental Value! Eurimages‑supported Sentimental Value takes home the Oscar for Best International Feature Film, the first ever for Norway. Congratulations to the co‑producers and the entire cast & crew! coe.int/en/web/portal/…

SG @alain_berset, 🇲🇩 President @sandumaiamd and European leaders will meet in Chișinău to strengthen social rights and democratic stability. At the heart of the agenda: the European Social Charter, AI & the future of work, and Europe’s resilience. coe.int/en/web/europea…

“Without the rule of law, democracy cannot be sustained” - key message from #ONForum2026 as Europe faces rising threats to democratic institutions. The Forum also showcased innovative solutions to counter disinformation & strengthen democratic culture. go.coe.int/2GI9U

At #CSW70, SG @alain_berset spotlighted: ✔️Tech‑facilitated violence and our new Recommendation ✔️The global importance of the #IstanbulConvention ✔️ Support for women & girls in conflict situations Protecting women’s rights protects democracy. coe.int/en/web/portal/…

Fast and effective action to implement @ECHR_CEDH rulings can literally save lives. We welcome Italy’s commitment to tackling illegal dumping in Campania, potentially affecting millions of people. coe.int/en/web/portal/…

🧵5 This Charter is the result of excellent cooperation between the CoE Youth Department and the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities, alongside youth civil society. A great example of model of participatory democratic practice. Read more: coe.int/en/web/portal/…

🧵4 The Recommendation also stresses equal access to rights, unbiased information, freedom of expression, privacy and the safety of young human rights defenders, refugees & displaced youth.

🧵1 Voted today: the new Committee of Ministers recommendation urges governments to strengthen mechanisms that allow young people to engage locally and regionally, even in contexts of conflict, displacement or recovery. Another step towards the New Democratic Pact for Europe.

Why does the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) still matter for young people in the UK today? Watch the video interview with Attorney General Richard Hermer KC to learn how the ECHR protects the rights of everyday people in the UK ⤵️

The @Europarl_EN has approved the EU’s conclusion of the Council of Europe’s Framework Convention on #AI and Human Rights, Democracy & the Rule of Law. Learn more about the Convention on Artificial Intelligence: coe.int/en/web/artific…