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Regional Office convenes policy dialogue on protecting journalists, media freedom and pluralism in the EU

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UN, EU, OSCE, Council of Europe and EU member States agree to cooperate more in the face of deteriorating environment for media freedom
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Anchoring the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in human rights

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As the EU develops a framework for the digital space, the right balances should be struck. Read some key messages for anchoring the EU Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in human rights.
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EU and OHCHR hold first strategic dialogue on human rights

 EU and OHCHR hold first strategic dialogue on human rights

BRUSSELS (13 October 2021) - The EU and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) held their first Strategic Dialogue yesterday in Brussels.
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Ten points to guide the establishment of an independent and effective national border monitoring mechanism in Greece

 Ten points to guide the establishment of an independent and effective national border monitoring mechanism in Greece

Effective and independent monitoring protects people whose fundamental rights may be at risk. It also protects the State and its institutions by providing unbiased and neutral reporting, thus strengthening its accountability and enhancing public trust.
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European Platform on Combating Homelessness: The way forward on homelessness in the EU

 European Platform on Combating Homelessness:  The way forward on homelessness in the EU

While homelessness is certainly not a new phenomenon, the inequalities exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic in access to housing, in physical and mental health, and in the area of work can no longer be ignored.
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European Platform on Combating Homelessness: 10 Elements for Consideration 16 June 2021 - The UN Human Rights Office welcomes the adoption of the European Platform on Combating Homelessness (the Platform) as part of the Action Plan to implement the European Pillar of Social Rights.
Wspólne oświadczenie wyrażające poparcie dla polskiego Biura Rzecznika Praw Obywatelskich 14 maja 2021 - Skuteczna i niezależna krajowa instytucja praw człowieka, instytucja ombudsmana oraz organ ds. równości są niezbędnymi elementami każdego demokratycznego państwa, stanowiącymi podstawę poszanowania praw człowieka, dobrych rządów i sprawiedliwości.
EU Pact on Migration and Asylum 23 March 2021 - Joint Consultation by UN Human Rights Regional Office for Europe and UNHCR on Independent National Monitoring Mechanisms proposed in the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum.
How can we ensure the effectiveness of national monitoring mechanisms? Brussels, 15 March 2021 - EU Pact on Migration & Asylum: National monitoring mechanisms should play a key role in instilling a human rights culture in border management entities.
Kom Op Voor Mensenrechten! 10 December 2020 - Om Internationale Mensenrechtendag met iedereen die zich inzet voor mensenrechten in Nederland en België te vieren, heeft het Regionaal VN-Mensenrechtenbureau voor Europa het handboek “Kom Op Voor Mensenrechten” vertaald naar het Nederlands.
EU Action Plan for Human Rights and Democracy Brussels, 24 November 2020 - Joint UN Brussels Team letter on the adoption of the EU Action Plan for Human Rights and Democracy.
UN75 Human Rights Dialogue: A Vision for the Next Decade London, 28 August 2020 - 75 years ago, in 1945, a determination to build a common future brought together world leaders to sign the Charter of the United Nations.
Rule of Law: the EU’s chance to make things right 14 May 2020 - The UN Human Rights Regional Office for Europe today launched its publication "The case for a human rights approach to the rule of law in the EU."
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CIVIC PRIDE AWARDS: Civic actors in times of crisis Brussels, 17 March 2022: Regional Representative for Europe gives keynote speech at the Civic Pride Awards, highlighting civil society solidarity in Ukraine.
Addressing Hate Speech and Preventing Incitement to Violence in Europe Brussels, 10 March 2022: Hate speech is a menace to democratic values, social stability and peace. Tackling it is crucial to prevent serious human rights violations
Roundtable on the protection of journalists, media freedom & pluralism in the EU Brussels, 10 December 2021: Free and pluralistic media are an essential precondition for an open democratic debate
A Common Agenda to address Violence against Women in Syria Brussels, 9 December 2021: The Syrian people continue to suffer numerous violations of their human rights. The situation is particularly precarious for women and girls
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on fundamental freedoms, EU-NGO Human Rights Forum 2021 Brussels, 8 December 2021: Restrictive measures must meet the conditions of legality, necessity, proportionality and non-discrimination
Ensuring respect for the human rights of migrants at borders Brussels, 2 June 2020 - NHRIs should be allowed to visit all locations, including search and rescue vessels, disembarkation points and places of detention, to interview migrants.
Covid-19 policies and their impact on human rights in Europe, seminar by Council of Europe and CEPS Brussels, 27 April 2020 - Human rights can serve as a roadmap out of the current crisis, help to prevent future crises, and make our societies more resilient.
50th International Roma Day: Towards justice and building trust Brussels, 29 March 2021 - A meaningful start of the work on a national action plan against racism is for each country to develop a diagnostic of the manifestations, causes and consequences of antigypsyism, through broad consultations.
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UNBT contribution to public consultation on the Green Paper on Ageing UNBT contribution to public consultation on the Green Paper on Ageing
Contribution to public consultation on the Green Paper on Ageing By ILO, IOM, OHCHR, UNHCR, UN Women and WHO
Dignity for All: Realizing Social Rights in the EU Dignity for All: Realizing Social Rights in the EU
This paper sets out key considerations that will enable an implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights in compliance with international human rights.
Handboek : Kom Op Voor Mensenrechten Handboek : Kom Op Voor Mensenrechten
Deze inleiding tot de mensenrechten is geschreven voor een breed publiek en voorziet de lezer van een beknopte uitleg van de mensenrechten, het internationale mensenrechtenkader en de mechanismen die de toepassing ervan mogelijk maken.
Future Of Europe: International Human Rights In European Integration Future Of Europe: International Human Rights In European Integration
A new study commissioned by the UN Human Rights Regional Office for Europe examines the extent to which EU law, policies and programmes are anchored in UN human rights norms and standards.
The case for a human rights approach to the rule of law in the European Union The case for a human rights approach to the rule of law in the European Union
Suggestions for optimizing the EU’s new rule of law initiative initiative, drawing on the experience of the international human rights machinery.
Promising local practices for the enjoyment of the right to health by migrants Promising local practices for the enjoyment of the right to health by migrants
This study maps some promising field research-based practices that facilitate access to health care and services for migrants.
Pratiques locales prometteuses pour la jouissance du droit à la santé des migrants Pratiques locales prometteuses pour la jouissance du droit à la santé des migrants
Cette étude dresse la carte de certaines pratiques prometteuses basées sur une recherche de terrain, qui facilitent l’accès aux soins et aux services de santé pour les migrants.
Guidance to respect children’s rights in return policies and practices Guidance to respect children’s rights in return policies and practices
This document provides guidance for state authorities on the design and implementation of return procedures that are child rights compliant.
Child Immigration detention in the EU Child Immigration detention in the EU
This paper aims to provide an informative description of the developments regarding child immigration detention at the global level, with a focus on European law and conduct.
Changer le monde Changer le monde
Changer le monde donne au lecteur une explication concise des droits de l’homme et du cadre et mécanismes internationaux relatifs aux droits de l’homme.
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 OHCHR Management Plan 2018-2021
 UN Human Rights Report 2018
 Annual appeal 2019
 Celebrating 30 years of the convention on the Rights of the Child
 Stand up for someone's rights today!
 People with Albinism: Not Ghosts But Human Beings
 Free & Equal: campaign for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality
 Sustainable Development Goals
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