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Lawyers of Bar Association strengthen understanding of the right to life
The right to life, protected under Article 2 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), is one of the most fundamental rights guaranteed by the Convention. Together with Article 3, prohibition of torture, it enshrines one of the basic values of the democratic societies making up the...
The CEPEJ supports the process of digital communication between courts and lawyers
A workshop on “Digitalising Court–Lawyer Communication: The French e-Barreau Experience” was organised on 1 October 2026 in Pristina, bringing together representatives of justice institutions and legal professionals. During the workshop, CEPEJ expert Philippe Baron, Chair of the Digital...
Workshop on templates for Kosovo Prosecutorial Council
Representatives of the Kosovo Prosecutorial Council (KPC) and prosecution offices gathered on 24–25 September 2026 for a workshop focused on the further development of templates within the Case Management Information System (CMIS). The workshop marked the final stage of an ongoing process...
Hate speech has no place in our society - Kosovo Police officers participate in hate speech training
Between July and September, the Council of Europe Office in Pristina, organised a series of five training sessions on combating hate speech for young Kosovo Police officers, bringing together nearly 100 participants from across the country. The sessions were organised under the project "Fostering...
Elections were calm and orderly but revealed persistent structural challenges, says PACE delegation
The PACE observation election report on the early elections to the Assembly of Kosovo* (7 June 2026) was presented to the Parliamentary Assembly at its 4th part session in Strasbourg on 28 September 2026. “The early parliamentary elections of 7 June 2026 were conducted in a calm, orderly and...
Council of Europe discusses key steps towards regulating lobbying activities
Key stakeholders gathered together in Pristina for a roundtable: "Towards lobbying regulation: findings, regional lessons, and next steps". The Council of Europe hosted the event to present the findings and recommendations related to a proposed strategic and policy framework on regulating...
Judges and prosecutors strengthen skills in reasoning of judicial decisions
The right to a reasoned judicial decision forms an integral part of the right to a fair trial guaranteed by Article 6 of the European Convention on Human Rights. Adequate judicial reasoning is closely linked to procedural fairness and the proper administration of justice. While providing reasons...
Domestic institutions strengthen co-operation on rehabilitation and reintegration of persons vulnerable to radicalisation
Representatives of Kosovo[*] probation, correctional and other relevant institutions gathered in Pristina to strengthen their skills and co-operation in support of a more efficient rehabilitation, reintegration and post-release process for violent extremist prisoners and offenders. The Kosovo...
Council of Europe supports enhancement of human rights protection of detainees in police custody in Kosovo
Twenty police officers strengthened their knowledge and practical skills in applying safeguards against ill-treatment and conducting human rights compliant investigative interviews during a two-day workshop held on 10–11 September 2026. Through expert discussions, case studies and scenario-based...
Council of Europe and Kosovo Correctional Service reaffirm their commitment to European standards in the correctional system
A delegation from the Council of Europe Office in Pristina, including Head of Office, Mary Ann Hennessey, Deputy Head, Nichola Howson, and Senior Project Officer, Arben Lubach met with the Director General of the Kosovo Correctional Service (KCS), Ismail Dibrani. Director Dibrani thanked the...
Citizens’ assembly simulation: Pioneering local deliberative democracy
A three-day simulation of a citizens’ assembly was organised by the Congress from 21 to 23 July 2026 in Brezovica/Brezovicë. The event brought together 30 participants from nine municipalities, the Association of Kosovo Municipalities, and the Ministry of Local Government Administration. Stepping...
Modernising Kosovo's Prosecution System: Digital Tools for a Stronger Justice
Petrit Kryeziu, Chief of the Basic Prosecution Office in Prizren, uses the Case Management Information System (CMIS) to manage his caseload and generate the new decision templates. These decisions templates, recently integrated into Kosovo*’s judicial system, simplify and streamline prosecution...
Five civil society initiatives to promote equality and combat hate speech receive support
Five civil society initiatives promoting equality and countering hate speech across Kosovo have received support from the Council of Europe. The projects will help strengthen local responses to discrimination, empower communities and promote more inclusive narratives for vulnerable groups. The...
Shaping the next generation of lawyers to combat digital and sexual violence against women
A Regional Summer School on digital and sexual violence against women was held in Trebinje, bringing together 30 law students from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania and Kosovo[1]. Participants were introduced to the relevant standards established under the...
The CEPEJ raises awareness amongst civil society stakeholders regarding the analysis of court performance
On 16 June 2026, CEPEJ organised a workshop for representatives of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) involved in monitoring judicial reforms, with the participation of members of the Kosovo Judicial Council (KJC). The workshop aimed to strengthen the capacity of NGOs to monitor court...
Council of Europe Office in Pristina now on LinkedIn!
Our office has now a LinkedIn page to showcase our project activities, job vacancies, and all other news relevant to our professional network, partners and audience. Follow us for updates! Council of Europe Office in Pristina LinkedIn
First Steering Committee meeting of the Action on Countering Corruption and Economic Crime
The first Steering Committee meeting of the Action on Countering Corruption and Economic Crime took place on 2 July 2026 in Pristina, Kosovo*. The meeting brought together main beneficiaries including Agency for Prevention of Corruption, Financial Intelligence Unit, Central Bank, line ministries...
Civil society organisations deepen understanding of European human rights standards
The project facilitated training for representatives of civil society organisations on the “Admissibility criteria and interpretation of the European Convention on Human Rights in the case law of the European Court of Human Rights”. The training aimed to strengthen participants' understanding of...
Human rights officers strengthen capacities on the application of European human rights standards
The project organised training on "Introduction to the European Convention on Human Rights and the European Court of Human Rights" in co-operation with the Office of Good Governance within the Office of the Prime Minister (OGG), bringing together 23 human rights officers from the OGG, ministries...
Constitutional Court strengthens international cooperation through study visit to Latvia and Estonia
The project organised a study visit for judges and legal advisers of the Constitutional Court of Kosovo* to Latvia and Estonia, enabling fruitful exchanges with their counterparts from the superior courts of both countries. The visit fostered peer-to-peer learning and professional dialogue on...