Council of Europe @coe.int · 10hBuilding a future where everyone can contribute, belong and thrive is vital for stronger democracies. Discover the Council of Europe’s 10 principles for inclusive societies, contributing to the New Democratic Pact for Europe 👉 Read more: www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 081
Council of Europe @coe.int · 15/10/2026Teaching children about consent, boundaries and healthy relationships helps protect them from violence from an early age. Comprehensive sexuality education supports children’s rights, safety and wellbeing. 164
Council of Europe @coe.int · 15/10/2026A new Council of Europe treaty to strengthen criminal-asset recovery is open for signature. Eight member states and the EU have signed. It modernises asset-recovery frameworks to tackle increasingly sophisticated, cross-border crime. Read more: www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 044
Council of Europe @coe.int · 14/10/2026The rule of law protects human rights and democracy ⚖️ Should the same law apply equally to everyone? Tell us what you think in the comments. 🔗 More info: www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 061
Council of Europe @coe.int · 13/10/2026Want to help turn commitments into real opportunities for Roma & Traveller communities? Register now for an online seminar examining how investment can advance inclusion, strengthen opportunities & create lasting change. 🗓️ 23 Oct 2026 | 10:00-12:35 CEST 🔗 Register: coebank.zoom.us/meeting/regi... 033
Council of Europe @coe.int · 13/10/2026Human rights are at the heart of everything the Council of Europe does 🕊️ Did you know that the European Convention on Human Rights protects more than 700 million people across 46 member states? 🔗 Discover more: www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 1122
Council of Europe @coe.int · 12/10/2026The first event organised under the Council of Europe Information Point for Belarusian People in Vilnius addressed the abolition of the death penalty, with a focus on Belarus. The Council of Europe reaffirms its strong political opposition to capital punishment. 🔗 www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 0114
Council of Europe @coe.int · 12/10/2026What needs to change for democracy to work better for you? The #YourVoiceForDemocracy consultation is open to citizens across all 46 member states. 💡 Share your ideas & vote on proposals 🌍 Participate in 36 languages Open until 12 November 👉Take part now: panoramic.make.org/en/partner/c... 166
Council of Europe @coe.int · 09/10/2026How do we recognise when history is being manipulated? We asked students & teachers to share their perspectives on history, critical thinking and spotting misinformation. Watch the video to hear what they think. 043
Council of Europe @coe.int · 09/10/2026Countries around the world are moving away from the death penalty, but the sharp rise in executions is alarming. Read the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, @alain-berset.coe.int joint statement with EU High Representative @kajakallas.bsky.social. 31510
Council of Europe @coe.int · 07/10/2026“When democracy is secure, business is too,” said Deputy Secretary General Tanja Gongrijp at the European Democracy Summit. Her key takeaways: protect democratic institutions, build trust and participation, and act through the New Democratic Pact for Europe. 122
Council of Europe @coe.int · 06/10/2026AI is moving fast. Protecting human rights must remain at its core. The Council of Europe and Microsoft have signed a framework cooperation agreement to promote responsible and inclusive technology, rooted in human rights, democracy and the rule of law. www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 063
Council of Europe @coe.int · 06/10/2026A new chapter begins at the Council of Europe! New trainees have arrived with big expectations: to learn, grow, enjoy the experience and make the most of every opportunity. Good luck to our new trainees for the six months ahead! 💙 1194
Council of Europe @coe.int · 05/10/2026AI is transforming our societies - but innovation must go hand in hand with human rights🤖 Do you know the answer? Share your guess in the comments, then watch the reveal. 🔗 More info about the Council of Europe & AI: www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 242
Council of Europe @coe.int · 02/10/2026High-level addresses, the Václav Havel Human Rights Prize, debates on Ukraine, climate action and accountability. A packed @pace.coe.int autumn session, with human rights, democracy and the rule of law at its heart. Take a look at the highlights 👇 pace.coe.int/en 032
Council of Europe @coe.int · 02/10/2026Supporting Ukraine’s people and its democratic resilience. The Council of Europe’s new Action Plan for Ukraine 2027–30, presented this week by Secretary General Alain Berset, will put human rights, the rule of law and good governance at the heart of support for Ukraine. 1122
Council of Europe @coe.int · 01/10/2026“Multilateralism is our shared destiny.”- At the Parliamentary Assembly, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco called for stronger dialogue and cooperation to uphold international law, protect human rights and safeguard our planet. www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 053
Council of Europe @coe.int · 30/09/2026“Respect for human dignity must be Europe’s compass” - addressing @pace.coe.int, President António José Martins Seguro called for an uncompromising defence of human rights, stronger democracy and social cohesion, and a Europe open to the world. www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 1119
Council of Europe @coe.int · 30/09/2026The Register of Damage for Ukraine is now fully open, with all 43 categories of claims available for submission. Claims can now be registered for people’s loss of access to healthcare and education, and damage to the country’s environment and natural resources. www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 0912
Council of Europe @coe.int · 30/09/2026Germany stands firmly with the Council of Europe. In Strasbourg, Foreign Minister @aussenminister.diplo.de stressed the need for a strong Council of Europe to defend democracy, human rights & the rule of law, while tackling new technologies, hybrid threats and supporting Ukraine. go.coe.int/vLTIc 087
Reposted by Council of EuropeAlain Berset @alain-berset.coe.int · 29/09/2026Today, I’ve presented the Council of Europe’s new Action Plan for Ukraine. Supporting veterans and social inclusion, protecting minorities, women and children, advancing accountability, democratic governance, independent justice and the fight against corruption are among its key priorities. 🧵1/2coe.intSystemic support for Ukrainian veterans across Europe discussed at Parliamentary Assembly<p>Social inclusion an important aspect of the Council of Europe’s new Action Plan for Ukraine presented today</p> 1106
Reposted by Council of EuropePACE @pace.coe.int · 28/09/2026Congratulations to Nasrin Sotoudeh, winner of the 2026 Václav Havel Human Rights Prize, honouring her extraordinary commitment to justice, dignity and freedom in #Iran. We also honour shortlisted nominees Márta Pardavi and Alinejad Masih for their courageous human rights work. #PACEautumn2026 161
Reposted by Council of EuropePACE @pace.coe.int · 22/09/2026The #PACEautumn2026 session is coming 🍂 ▶️ HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco ▶️ The President of Portugal ▶️ Germany's Foreign Minister ▶️ Award of the #HavelPrize ... and much more. Join us! pace.coe.int/en/pages/ses... 094
Council of Europe @coe.int · 28/09/2026On the International Day for Universal Access to Information, we reaffirm everyone’s right to access official documents. The Tromsø Convention is the Council of Europe’s international legal framework on access to official documents. 12011
Council of Europe @coe.int · 26/09/2026“Law is Europe’s form of power,” said Secretary General Alain Berset. 1104
Council of Europe @coe.int · 26/09/2026Happy European Day of Languages! 🇪🇺🎉 Today, we celebrate Europe’s linguistic diversity and the connections languages help us build. At the Council of Europe, we promote language learning, linguistic diversity and intercultural dialogue. 12210
Council of Europe @coe.int · 25/09/2026How much do you know about sign languages? 🤟 Here are 5 facts you might not know about sign languages - from their unique grammar and regional varieties to the more than 300 sign languages used worldwide. Still curious? We have 15 more facts to share with you: edl.ecml.at/Portals/33/d... 044
Council of Europe @coe.int · 24/09/2026Sign language is not a tool but a fully-fledged language. Austrian badminton player Katrin Neudolt advocates for the equal rights for Deaf athletes and for the provision of sign language interpretation and captions at all events. Full video: pjp-eu.coe.int/en/web/sport... 194
Council of Europe @coe.int · 24/09/2026The Council of Europe has adopted its first Strategy for Equal Rights for LGBTI People! 🏳️🌈 The Strategy (2027–32) sets out a common framework for upholding the dignity and equality of LGBTI people. 43716
Council of Europe @coe.int · 24/09/2026“Where democracy weakens, peace becomes fragile,” said Secretary General @alain-berset.coe.int. During the UN General Assembly in New York, he called for stronger international cooperation, the rule of law and democratic security in an increasingly divided world. 151
Council of Europe @coe.int · 23/09/2026Solidarity. Respect. European values. 🇪🇺 At the Council of Europe, we promote language learning as a way to respect diversity, connect across cultures and build a more united Europe. What does learning a language mean to you? 091
Council of Europe @coe.int · 22/09/2026African Union, learning from each other and building together for peace, security and human rights. 082
Council of Europe @coe.int · 22/09/2026The Council of Europe opens its first UN Observer Office in New York! During the United Nations General Assembly, Secretary General @alain-berset.coe.int inaugurated the Council of Europe's new permanent base. 2113
Council of Europe @coe.int · 21/09/2026How do languages unite us? They connect us across borders, open new perspectives and support participation. At the Council of Europe, we promote language learning, plurilingual and intercultural education, and regional and minority languages. Read more: www.coe.int/en/web/langu... 051
Reposted by Council of EuropeAlain Berset @alain-berset.coe.int · 18/09/2026La signature par la France de trois instruments du Conseil de l’Europe constitue une avancée pour renforcer la lutte contre la criminalité et le terrorisme, ainsi que la protection de l’environnement par le droit pénal. 🧵1/2 121
Council of Europe @coe.int · 18/09/2026Secretary General @alain-berset.coe.int heads to New York and Washington D.C. From opening the Council of Europe’s new Permanent Observer Office to the UN during #UNGA to high-level discussions in Washington D.C., his visit will focus on strengthening multilateralism & transatlantic cooperation. 141
Council of Europe @coe.int · 17/09/2026At the #BRAVE2026 Business and Human Rights Forum in Strasbourg, the Council of Europe is bringing together policymakers, business leaders and civil society to strengthen cooperation in tackling forced labour and human trafficking for labour exploitation. www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 021
Council of Europe @coe.int · 17/09/2026“What brings Europe together is more than geography”- Secretary General @alain-berset.coe.int Yesterday, Secretary General Alain Berset reflected on the future of European unity at the University of Zurich, 80 years after Winston Churchill’s landmark speech. 153
Reposted by Council of EuropeAlain Berset @alain-berset.coe.int · 16/09/2026It is a great honour to speak in the same hall where Winston Churchill called for a Council of Europe in 1946. Tonight, I’ll speak about where Europe stands 80 years later, and what it will take to secure its future. Watch live: www.eiz.uzh.ch/product/from... 061
Council of Europe @coe.int · 16/09/2026What does European unity mean in a time of war and rupture? Join us online for a lecture by Secretary General Alain Berset on Europe’s challenges, shared values and future. 📅 16 September 2026 ⏰ 18:00-19:15 ECT 🔗Registration: www.eiz.uzh.ch/product/from... 164
Council of Europe @coe.int · 15/09/2026Democracy is the bedrock of a free and fair society 🗳️ But what does it look like in practice? Tell us what you think in the comments! 🔗 Discover more about the Council of Europe & democracy: www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 373
Council of Europe @coe.int · 15/09/2026Today, we mark International Day of Democracy. Local democracy has made real progress across Europe in recent years. But Democracy is not a given – it is built and renewed constantly from the ground up, together with citizens, and this work is never finished - Congress President Helgesen. 2165
Council of Europe @coe.int · 14/09/2026Healthcare should be fair, ethical and accessible to everyone 🩺 Did you know that protection of health is a human right? 🔗Discover more about the Council of Europe’s work on health: www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 175
Council of Europe @coe.int · 12/09/2026What does European unity mean in a time of war and rupture? Join us online for a lecture by Secretary General Alain Berset on Europe’s challenges, shared values and future. 📅 16 September 2026 ⏰ 18:00-19:15 ECT 🔗Registration: www.eiz.uzh.ch/product/from... 133
Council of Europe @coe.int · 11/09/2026From confronting hybrid threats to advancing accountability for Ukraine, Latvia is helping shape the future of Europe’s democratic security. 132
Reposted by Council of EuropeEuropean Court of Human Rights @echr.coe.int · 09/09/2026The rights of persons with disabilities and gender equality were the focus of an event organised by the Court and the European Committee of Social Rights, highlighting the complementary roles of the European Convention on Human Rights and the European Social Charter. www.echr.coe.int/e/b7d6c9dd-b... 034
Council of Europe @coe.int · 10/09/2026Every child has the right to be protected, empowered and heard 💬 True or false? Tell us what you think in the comments! 🔗 Learn more about the Council of Europe & children’s rights: www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 194
Council of Europe @coe.int · 09/09/20263.5 million Ukrainians are estimated to be living in territories of Ukraine temporarily occupied by the Russian Federation. A new report by Secretary General @alain-berset.coe.int documents the continued deterioration of human rights in the temporarily occupied territories, including: 1118
Council of Europe @coe.int · 09/09/2026Diversity is one of Europe’s greatest strengths 🤝 Did you know that protecting diversity is also part of protecting democracy? 🔗Discover how the Council of Europe combats discrimination across Europe: https: www.coe.int/en/web/porta... 11414
Council of Europe @coe.int · 08/09/2026Serious problems in Belgium’s prisons risk exposing people to inhuman and degrading treatment, whilst also undermining the broader criminal justice system in the country, according to the Council of Europe’s anti-torture committee. Read the report: www.coe.int/en/web/porta...coe.intDeteriorating prison conditions in Belgium risk exposing people to inhuman treatment - Portal - www.coe.int<p>Anti-torture committee highlights worsening overcrowding, violence and service provision</p> 033
