Johan Friestedt

On the international day for countering hate speech (18 June), ECRI Chair Bertil Cottier joined forces with United Nations close partners.

The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI), from the Council of Europe, published several reports over the last few days and weeks
- new annual report;
- new country reports on Croatia, Latvia, Portugal, Sweden and Türkiye.

Check out ECRI's website now: shorturl.at/u0G9W

Deeply concerned by plight of #Roma in Zaharna Fabrika, Sofia, homeless since demolitions of last week. I urge central & local authorities to act now to prevent further deterioration of a critical situation. I will continue dialogue with the Gvt of #Bulgaria on this issue.

As #Anti-Racism Week begins, we at PACE believe it's #hightime to put an END to racial discrimination!

In the first of a series of posts running all week, the heads of ECRI and the UN Anti-Discrimination Committee demand action... 1 of 5.

#LetsEndIt
#FightRacism

In the second post of the #Anti-Racism Week series, the Chair of the UN Working Group of Experts on People of African Descent calls for action to eradicate racial inequality and discrimination. 2 of 5.

#LetsEndIt
#FightRacism
#UnitedforEquality

Equality is a right, not a privilege. PACE's Committee on Equality and Non-Discrimination stands with ARDI today and every day to fight racism & discrimination. Together, we are #UnitedforEquality. 3 of 5.

#FightRacism
#IDERD2025

PACE President Theodoros Roussopoulos reminds us that #afrophobia and all forms of racism continue to impact Europe today.

PACE remains dedicated to fostering equality and human dignity for all. 4 of 5.

#UnitedForEquality
#FightRacism

On #IDERD2025, PACE General Rapporteur on combating racism and intolerance calls for renewed commitments to counter & eliminate racial discrimination in all its forms. 5 of 5.

📃Read his statement here ⬇️
pace.coe.int/en/news/9813...

#FightRacism
#UnitedforEquality

Inspiring exchange between @pace.coe.int President Theodoros Rousopoulos & the European Commission against Racism & Intolerance (ECRI)

ECRI also adopted 11 reports: #Croatia, #Finland, #Ireland, #Latvia, #Montenegro, #Portugal, #Romania, #Slovenia, #Spain, #Sweden, & #Türkiye.

➡️ shorturl.at/JF3YR

On the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, let's unite to counter anti-Muslim racism and discrimination! ECRI’s GPR No. 5 offers crucial guidance to ensure equality, inclusion, and dignity for all Muslims in Europe📑
➡️go.coe.int/QVdxm
#ECRI #15March #Antimuslimracism

📢 Let’s celebrate World NGO Day together!

The Conference of INGOs of the Council of Europe is hosting a webinar featuring guest speakers from civil society organisations and experts.

🗓️ Date: 28 February

🕒 Time: 13.00 – 16.15 (CET)

🌐 Online

🔗 Register now: www.coe.int/en/web/ingo/...

We are excited to share that #Montenegro will officially become a full member of the #OHTE starting March 1, 2025!

This fantastic news for #HistoryEducation increases our membership to 19 states and 1 observer state.

For more details: www.coe.int/en/web/obser...

#HistoryAtHeart

 Sometimes, decades pass and nothing happens. Then, in a single week, decades unfold.

#HumanRights demand vigilance—because history doesn’t wait.
Watch my full statement at the UN Human Rights Council: www.youtube.com/watch?app=de... #UNHRC

If you are under European jurisdiction you can seek #Justice before the European Court of Human Rights.

Today at the Court, I met those who turn #HumanRights from principles into real impact. The Council of Europe builds Justice and democratic security.

@coe.int

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today and every day, we stand firm with our commitment to

🧡 promote and protect women’s rights
🧡 ensure gender equality for all

Women's rights are human rights, and achieving gender equality benefits everyone.

Peace and prosperity in Europe are the goal.
Democracy is the means.
An independent, impartial justice is the cornerstone.
#Poland’s commitment to Council of Europe’s vision & #ECHR is the path forward.
Justice Minister Adam Bodnar's engagement has given impetus to key reforms.

Human rights should be an integral part of any peace talks on Ukraine. Read my latest Shout-out 👇
bit.ly/41VdfYT

The European Convention on Human Rights turns 75 this year!

The Council of Europe’s first convention is the cornerstone of all its activities and its ratification is a prerequisite for joining the Organisation.

Find out how the #ECHR has impacted your country ⬇️

www.coe.int/echr

Happy anniversary to our European Anthem! 🎉

#OnThisDay in 1972 the Council of Europe chooses Beethoven's 'Ode to Joy' as its anthem – a symbol of unity and peace across Europe. 

🎶 Listen to various adaptions of the European Anthem ⬇️ www.coe.int/en/web/porta...

Today, I visited the Yahidne school. Deeply moved by the unspeakable story of those villagers. I also saw the destruction at the Chernihiv Regional Youth Center. Back to Kyiv, I reaffirmed to PM Denys Shmyhal total #CoE support. Agreed to move fast on compensation mechanism.

Reaching for the BlueSky!