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Justice and protection for children of Ukraine at the core of meetings at the Council of Europe
Advancing accountability for crimes committed against Ukrainian children, upholding their rights and dignity, addressing long-lasting psychological trauma and physical health consequences they have suffered, are among the key themes of discussions held at the Council of Europe this week. No...
Technology-facilitated child sexual abuse: progress in investigations and training
European countries have shown progress over the past years in the protection of children against technology-facilitated sexual exploitation and abuse: they’ve enhanced investigative powers, increased support for victims, funding for specialised law enforcement units and civil society, and...
Council of Europe highlights children’s rights at Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026 side event
The Council of Europe reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that children’s rights remain at the heart of Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction efforts during a high-level side at the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026 (URC 2026). The event “Protecting Children, Securing the Future: Children’s...
GREVIO highlights San Marino’s efforts, including legislation, to address violence against women
Judicial responses need to be enhanced, says Council of Europe body
GRETA welcomes increased focus on child trafficking in France
Council of Europe body calls for improvements in prevention and victim identification
Presidents of CINGO and its Expert Council reiterate concerns about Greece’s NGO registration and Ministerial Decision No. 82876 of 8 May 2026
In a letter sent today to the Permanent Representative of Greece to the Council of Europe, the presidents of the Conference of INGOs and of its Expert Council on NGO Law address Greece’s...
International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict: Advancing accountability and protection for children of Ukraine
On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, the Council of Europe’s Consultation Group on the Children of Ukraine (CGU) reaffirms its firm commitment to promoting accountability, protection and effective remedies for children affected by...
Council of Europe honours excellence in reporting on Roma and Travellers
Five awards given for work that promotes dignity and inclusion
Is online hate speech the biggest threat to youth democracy?
Young Europeans debate the future of democracy at the Council of Europe
“Hate speech must be met with the law” – Alain Berset
Secretary General’s discourse comes as part of International Day for countering hate speech
Praise for new definition and recording of hate crime in Austria
Council of Europe anti-racism commission notes progress but challenge remain in Alpine state
GRETA welcomes significant increase in convictions for trafficking offences in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Council of Europe body calls for stronger measures to prevent child trafficking and child marriage
Council of Europe Hackathon and No Hate Speech Week seek technological solutions to online hate speech
Hack the hate, renew democracy!
Slovenia puts the best interests of the child at the core of civil proceedings
Final conference showcases results of the joint European Union - Council of Europe project On 10 June 2026, over 200 participants gathered in Ljubljana and online for the Final conference of...
Young Europeans are not learning enough about why the death penalty was abolished
New Council of Europe study finds history curricula and textbooks focus on executions – and teachers want more support
3rd Free to Create Workshop on Artistic Freedom held in Ljubljana
Hosted by Kino Šiška – a cultural hub in Ljubljana, Slovenia - the Council of Europe organised the 3rd Workshop on Artistic Freedom in Europe.
Council of Europe unveils roadmap to tackle online violence against women and girls
Abuse driven not just by misogyny, but by financial gain
Level of human trafficking for forced criminality rising in Europe
Warning comes from Council of Europe expert group GRETA in annual report
Challenges remain for Slovakia on hate speech, equality and Roma inclusion
Council of Europe’s anti-racism body finds progress in areas such as awareness raising and police training
Human trafficking in Armenia: welcome progress including new legislation
More efforts needed to combat trafficking for labour exploitation and compensate victims, says Council of Europe’s GRETA