The aim of the regional HF II programme on anti-discrimination is to bring forward the work done under actions of the HFI programs and other bilateral programs, to support the countries negotiating their access to the EU improving their record of fighting discrimination, protecting minorities, ensuring rights of LGBTI, combating hate speech, in line with COE standards - notably those from the European Commission against Racism and Intolerance, and those from the Framework Convention on National Minorities.

* Cette désignation ne préjuge pas des positions concernant le statut du Kosovo ; elle est, en outre, conforme à la Résolution 1244 du Conseil de sécurité des Nations Unies ainsi qu’à l’Avis de la Cour internationale de justice sur la Déclaration d’indépendance du Kosovo.

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HFII at a glance

Duration: May 2019 - December 2022

Funding: European Union and Council of Europe

Budget : 41 Million Euros (85% funded by the EU, 15% by the CoE)

Budget for the Promotion of equality and diversity in the Western Balkans : 3,7 Million Euros

Implemented by: Council of Europe

Angela Longo, Programme Manager, Strasbourg

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