Discover a selection of topics highlighting the Council of Europe’s work on some of the major challenges facing our societies. From artificial intelligence, the environment and migration to health and the consequences of conflict, explore how the Organisation works to protect human rights, strengthen democracy and uphold the rule of law across Europe.
The Council of Europe plays a vital role in promoting inclusion and combatting discrimination, including racism and intolerance towards vulnerable groups such as national minorities, the LGBTI community and migrants. Through legally binding standards combatting discrimination, comprehensive monitoring and targeted co-operation activities, the Council of Europe advances equal opportunities and ensures that equality is a lived reality for all.