Council of Europe

Ireland helped shape the @ECHR_CEDH by advocating for the groundbreaking idea that individuals could hold states accountable before an international court. Listen to the new episode of “The European Court of Human Rights: an Irish perspective”: coe.int/en/web/portal/…

Can you code, design or are you a democracy expert? Register for @coe’s Democracy Hackathon! Build innovative tools to fight hate speech for the New Democratic Pact for Europe, get expert mentorship and win a share of a €50,000 Microsoft grant. 👉 democracyhackathon.coe.int

Alarming hate speech levels across Europe, stronger action needed. Annual report 2025 by @ECRI_CoE notes increase in racist, anti-LGBTI and other hate speech. If left unchallenged, it fuels violence, exclusion, and distrust in institutions. Read more: coe.int/en/web/portal/…

Join experts, policymakers & stakeholders on 4 June 2026 in Strasbourg & online to explore research and policy solutions for a safer, child-friendly digital space. Register here to follow the event live: forms.office.com/Pages/Response…… Learn more: coe.int/en/web/childre…

A strong signal from Portugal in support of accountability for Ukraine. I welcome its readiness to join the Enlarged Partial Agreement on the Management Committee of the Special Tribunal. Thank you Ambassador António Alves Machado and @PortugalCoE for this important commitment.

🎥Relive the award ceremony of the 31st #NorthSouthPrize of the @CoE, featuring the messages shared by the laureates Bragi Guðbrandsson and Rami Abou Jamous, institutional reps @AssembleiaRepub, @coe, @PACE_News, and H.E. the President of the @govpt. 🔗 go.coe.int/BNuzf

Watch the video interview with Mr Rami Abou Jamous, laureate of the 31st #NorthSouthPrize of the Council of Europe.   A courageous war correspondent, his reporting from Gaza has brought vital truths to the world and highlighted the risks journalists face. go.coe.int/UVAhg

What happens to democracy when immersive realities become our public spaces? The Council of Europe is examining how XR technologies:  🔹 Shape public opinion 🔹 Influence democratic participation 🔹 Challenge freedom of expression Read more: coe.int/en/web/portal/…

Russia’s latest massive strikes on Kyiv mark another serious escalation of the war. The reported use of an Oreshnik missile signals a further and deeply worrying development. While peace may seem distant today, Ukrainians must know that the prospect of a just peace cannot be destroyed by intimidation or force. A sustainable peace cannot be built on impunity. Accountability must be part of any future settlement. In this regard, the recent decision as to the Council of Europe’s Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression — supported by 36 countries and the EU — is an essential step. @ZelenskyyUa @andrii_sybiha

Big win at #Cannes2026! Congratulations to the Fjord team for the Palme d’Or 2026 Fjord was made with the support of the Council of Europe’s Eurimages This recognition highlights the role of Eurimages in establishing and supporting cooperation between international filmmakers

Council of Europe Eurimages at #Cannes2026
  22 international co-productions supported by Eurimages are heading to the 79th Cannes Film Festival!
  Five of these films are set to premiere in the official competition and compete for the Palme d’Or. go.coe.int/ZKWeC

Equality, dignity and inclusion underpin democratic resilience.    At this year’s IDAHOT+ Forum in Copenhagen, Deputy SG Bjørn Berge, explained how "increased levels of hate speech, discrimination and intimidation" are “part of a broader trend of backsliding of democracy”.

From post-war beginnings to lasting impact: Discover Ireland’s role in shaping the European Convention on Human Rights. 🎙️ New podcast series out now - “The European Court of Human Rights: an Irish perspective”. coe.int/en/web/portal/… @IrishRepCoE

Following tradition as each country assumes the presidency, Monaco’s flag was raised in Strasbourg city centre. A tram dressed in the colours of the Monegasque presidency was also inaugurated, marking this symbolic moment. coe.int/en/web/portal/…

Discover the key priorities that will guide its Presidency: coe.int/en/web/portal/…

Monaco will assume, for the first time, the Presidency of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe from 15 May to 10 November 2026.

Thank you very much Latvia 🇱🇻 and Ambassador Agnese Vilde for your leadership and commitment to accountability and justice by ratifying the @coe Convention establishing the International Claims Commission for Ukraine. @LatviaCoE @Latvian_MFA @CoE_RuleofLaw

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📢 Welcome to @IFEX ! IFEX is joining the Council of Europe Platform for the Safety of Journalists📰 A stronger Platform means stronger protection for journalists under threat. More here 👉 go.coe.int/QeSVV #EuropeForFreeMedia