EU Delegation to the Council of Europe
We serve as the permanent diplomatic representation of the European Union to the Council of Europe. We represent the interests of the EU and its 27 Member States in the Council of Europe (CoE) while joining forces with CoE bodies and institutions.
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- Today is International Women in Multilateralism Day! 🌍 Celebrating women like Vesna Kos, EU Ambassador to the Council of Europe, who are shaping diplomacy. Watch her video 👇 #womeninmultilateralism #diplomacy #multilateralismmatters With @euatun.bsky.social
- Reposted by EU Delegation to the Council of EuropeToday, the EU provided the first €10 million for a new Special Tribunal to prosecute Russian leaders for their role in Moscow’s war against Ukraine. Russia’s leaders are responsible for this war, and they must be held accountable. There can be no impunity. (1/2)
- In today’s CM, EU Amb. Vesna Kos, delivered a statement on the adoption of the Coe Strategy for Roma and Traveller Inclusion (2026–2030), welcoming its alignment with the EU Roma Strategic Framework for Equality, Inclusion and Participation 2020–2030. 🔗Full statement: tinyurl.com/45pxrb99
- Join our team in March for a paid #traineeship at the EU Delegation to the Council of Europe in Strasbourg! 🗓️Deadline for applications: 25/01/2026 🔗Use this link: eeas.europa.eu/eeas/funded-trainee…
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- 2025: Our Year in Action! From rights debates to Ukraine solidarity, youth engagement & Pride—here’s a summary of our year: 🔹 Debated rights in Europe 🔹 Supported Ukraine’s justice journey 🔹 Engaged 450+ students 🔹 Marched with Pride More: tinyurl.com/4ykpysyp
- Reposted by EU Delegation to the Council of EuropeRussia will not escape the bill for the homes, schools, and hospitals it has destroyed. Today in The Hague, we take a major step toward accountability by establishing a commission to address claims for Russian war damages. The EU supports its work, including with an initial €1 million contribution
- Check out our November newsletter which we have just released! 🔗 Access the full newsletter here: www.eeas.europa.eu/node/459125_en 💡 Stay connected with our latest initiatives and projects—visit our website, scroll down, & hit the SUBSCRIBE button.
- In the final video of our #16DaysOfActivism campaign, Francesca Camilleri Vettiger, Malta’s Ambassador to the Council of Europe, highlights Malta’s steps to prevent and combat violence against women, including recognising femicide in its criminal code. #EndVAW #NoExcuse #IstanbulConvention
- Caitríona Doyle, Ireland’s Ambassador to the Council of Europe, highlights Ireland’s Zero Tolerance stance on domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence through its third national strategy. The "Always Here" campaign reminds anyone suffering that support is always available. #16DaysOfActivism
- Aujourd’hui l’Ambassadrice d’Autriche auprès du @CoE, Aloisia Wörgetter, rappelle que son pays a été un précurseur dans le domaine de la protection contre la violence. #16DaysOfActivism #EndVAW #IstanbulConvention
- Today, Sweden’s Ambassador to the @coe, Niklas Kebbon, presents the Swedish National Centre for Knowledge on Men’s Violence Against Women—a government initiative dedicated to raising awareness about violence against women and honour-based violence. #16DaysOfActivism #NoExcuse #EndViolence
- 𝗦𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻. Today, Berta Mrak, Ambassador of Slovenia to the @coe.int, highlights Slovenia’s long-term strategy, safe houses, and 24/7 helpline for victims. #EndVAW #16DaysOfActivism
- EU Ambassador Vesna Kos participated in "Justice and Resilience of Ukraine" event today. Organised jointly the Permanent Representation of Ukraine to the @Coe.int and the EU Project Pravo-Justice, it featured the screening of 'In Your Name: Justice in Wartime' and discussions on judicial resilience
- Today in Strasbourg, EU Ambassador, Vesna Kos, signed the @coe.int Convention on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal Law on behalf of the EU. This strengthens international cooperation to combat environmental offences and aligns with the EU Environmental Crime Directive
- Dans cette vidéo, Delphine Delieux, Ambassadrice de Belgique au @Coe.int nous parle d’une loi entrée en vigueur, en 2023, pour renforcer en Belgique la lutte contre les violences basées sur le genre 🔗tinyurl.com/cpyuefzx #EndVAW #NoExcuse #16DaysOfActivism
- Finland has taken a groundbreaking step by prohibiting mediation in domestic violence cases. In this video, Sini Paukkunen-Mykkänen, Finnish Ambassador to the @Coe.int, explains how this legislative change strengthens the position of victims. #EndVAW #16DaysOfActivism
- Today at the @CoE.int’s GR-EXT meeting, Irena Moozova, Deputy Director General DG JUST, presented the EU’s Democracy Shield and underlined the excellent cooperation between the EU and CoE on the democracy topic. Learn more about the Democracy Shield: link.europa.eu/C7TDFT
- 🎥 Denmark guarantees survivors of domestic violence a safe space to rebuild their lives. In this video, Michael Aastrup Jensen, Danish Ambassador to the @coe.int, explains how this aligns with the #IstanbulConvention: #16DaysOfActivism #EndVAW #NoExcuse
- Dans cette vidéo, Pap Ndiaye, Ambassadeur de France auprès du @Coe.int rappelle les actions menées par la France pour lutter contre les violences faites aux femmes et pour leurs droits. #EndVAW #NoExcuse #16DaysOfActivism
- Today, Olga Algayerová, Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the @CoE, highlights the actions taken by Slovakia to combat violence against women and domestic violence. These efforts strengthen victim protection and aim to prevent such violence. #IstanbulConvention #NoExcuse
- Today, Italy’s Ambassador to the Council of Europe , Roberto Martini, reaffirms Italy’s strong condemnation of gender-based violence in our #16DaysOfActivism campaign. Watch his video to see how Italian institutions are working together to #EndVAW. #IstanbulConvention #NoExcuse @Coe.int
- On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, Ambassador Vesna Kos highlights how the EU’s accession to the #IstanbulConvention & the EU Directive on combating violence strengthen victim protection & aim to prevent gender-based violence. #OrangeTheWorld,
- In this video, Agnese Vilde, Ambassador of Latvia to the Council of Europe, pays tribute to the NGOs working to end violence against women and reminds us of the critical role they play in ensuring women and children can live free from violence. #IstanbulConvention #NoExcuse #16DaysOfActivism
- Today marks the beginning of #16DaysOfActivism against gender-based violence. Our Ambassador, Vesna Kos, highlights the actions taken by the EU to #EndVAW. Over the coming days, other ambassadors will showcase their countries' actions. #IstanbulConvention #NoExcuse
- A huge thank you to Malta for an impactful presidency of the Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers! Now, we welcome Moldova as it takes the helm! Let’s continue building a stronger, more united Europe together and advancing our shared values! #OneEurope #HumanRights #Democracy @coe.int
- 📢 Découvrez la nouvelle version de notre fiche d'information : L'UE et le Conseil de l'Europe : un partenariat stratégique. 🔹 Priorités : Droits de l'homme, démocratie et État de droit 🔹 Focus : Soutien à l'Ukraine et l'adhésion de l'UE à la CEDH 🔗tinyurl.com/6fzjttp4 #OneEurope
- We are pleased to share the updated fact sheet on the strategic partnership between the EU and the Council of Europe. This version highlights our joint efforts to: ✅ Promote human rights & democracy ✅ Strengthen the rule of law ✅ Ensure accountability for Ukraine 🔗 tinyurl.com/4rsubrj7
- 🎉 🎉 À l'occasion du 75e anniversaire de la Convention européenne des droits de l'homme, découvrez notre brochure « Plus forts ensemble », explorant la Charte des droits fondamentaux de l'UE et la CEDH – deux piliers des droits de l'homme en Europe. 🔗 : tinyurl.com/6fzjttp4 #ECHR
- 🎉 🎉 As we mark the 75th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights, discover our new brochure: "Stronger Together", exploring the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU and the ECHR – two pillars of human rights in Europe. 🔗: tinyurl.com/h6f8jcrn #ECHR75 #OneEurope
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- Reposted by EU Delegation to the Council of EuropeEU enlargement is not a 'nice to have'. It is a necessity if we want to be a stronger player on the world stage. Extract from my press remarks on the 2025 enlargement package with Commissioner Kos ↓
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- Reposted by EU Delegation to the Council of EuropeA landmark year for #HumanRights. 75 years of the European Convention on Human Rights and 25 years of the EU's Fundamental Rights Charter!!! See also 🔗https://fra.europa.eu/en/news-and-events/stories/charter-anniversary
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- Reposted by EU Delegation to the Council of EuropeCongratulating @coe.int Committee of Ministers on adopting the Recommendation on Equal Rights for Intersex Persons, @fra.europa.eu Director Sirpa Rautio calls on countries to address the needs of intersex people.
- Reposted by EU Delegation to the Council of Europe🚨 Failing to meet the needs of people with disabilities can be discriminatory. This @fra.europa.eu & @echr.coe.int factsheet on reasonable accommodation, clarifies how EU law & the European Convention on Human Rights align, with examples. Fo more see: link.europa.eu/3Md73x
- This year, we celebrate 75 years of the European Convention on Human Rights and 25 years of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights—two pillars of human rights in Europe. Watch the live 75th anniversary ceremony of the ECHR on 4 November at 6:00 p.m. CET: www.youtube.com/live/NQGk8bv... #HumanRights
- Reposted by EU Delegation to the Council of EuropeBy 2030, all countries should ensure that fewer than 13% of Roma face antigypsyism & discrimination. Yet, our latest Roma survey shows that 31% face discrimination in their daily life. What needs to be done? See our report for more: link.europa.eu/8fh3wB
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- 🚨 On #WorldDayAgainstDeathPenalty, EU HRVP @kajakallas.bsky.social & CoE Secretary General @alain-berset.coe.int reaffirm the EU and the Council of Europe's "unequivocal opposition to the death penalty". 👉 Read their full joint statement: tinyurl.com/5t3k9apu
- Today at the 1539th Committee of Ministers’ Deputies’ meeting, EU Ambassador Vesna Kos delivered a statement on behalf of the EU on the parliamentary elections in the Republic of Moldova. 🔗 Read the full statement here: tr.ee/g3WYX3H5G-
- Today we mark the 25th anniversary of the European Day of Languages! A joint initiative by the Council of Europe and the European Commission, celebrated across the EU and beyond. Discover the benefits of learning languages with this infographic: tr.ee/Bk7ifA #EDLangs #EuropeanDayofLanguages
- Tomorrow is the 25th anniversary of the European Day of Languages! Join language experts at the European Commission for a virtual event on 26 September. Discover how the EU supports multilingualism. More: commission.europa.eu/edl/language-skills… #EDLangs
- Today, EU Ambassador, Vesna Kos, delivered a statement on behalf of the EU and its Member States on death penalty which urged remaining states to impose a moratorium on the death penalty as a step towards abolition. 🔗 Read the full statement here: tr.ee/zOOMFK
- Today at the 1538th Committee of Ministers’ Deputies’ meeting, EU Ambassador, Vesna Kos, delivered a statement on behalf of the EU on the recent release of prisoners in Belarus. 🔗 Read the full statement: tr.ee/z7eRGL
- Today, EU Ambassador, Vesna Kos, delivered a statement on behalf of the EU and its Member States on the human rights situation in Georgia which reiterate the need to uphold the independence of the judiciary and to ensure the right to a fair trial. 🔗 Read the statement: tr.ee/IzpiA9R7BQ
- Today, during the 1538th Committee of Ministers’ Deputies’ meeting, EU Ambassador delivered a statement by the HRVP on behalf of the EU on the joint strategic military exercise ZAPAD-2025 taking place on the territories of Belarus and Russia. 🔗 Read the full statement here: tr.ee/1GJbSrhynX
- Today, we were pleased to co-organise with the Human Rights House Foundation a 'speed-dating' style one-to-one briefing with emerging advocates from the Human Rights House Network across the CoE region. Thank you to all participants and co-organisers for making this event a success! #HumanRights
- Today, EU Ambassasor, Vesna Kos, participated in the concluding event of the Training on “European Standards on Equality and Anti-Discrimination” to support Belarusian Democratic Forces and Civil Society. The series is part of the Joint EU/CoE Programme “Partnership for Good Governance”.
- The EU is actively participating in the Register of Damage for Ukraine. Visit rd4u.coe.int to learn more about this crucial initiative: rd4u.coe.int/en/home #RD4U #StandWithUkraine
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- New resources are empowering police forces to fight hate crime and discrimination effectively. These include educational manuals and recommendations on combating hate crime. Discover more: tr.ee/IVqiIa
- A small school in Kraljevo (Serbia) is making a big difference in teaching inclusion. Thanks to the EU-Council of Europe joint programme for making this possible. Read their story: tr.ee/OzOjkg
- 📅 10/09 at 9 AM: Ursula von der Leyen delivers her 5th State of the Union address. Discover the EU's priorities for the next year! Don’t miss it. commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy… #SOTEU
- The climate crisis is reshaping the future of young people—and they’re taking action. The EU-CoE Youth Partnership’s new report maps youth-led climate litigation across Europe & beyond, with key recommendations for the youth sector. 📖 Read it here: bit.ly/41nmYXA #ClimateJustice #YouthRights
- 🎉 Welcome to our newest team members! - Anna Pogwizd (PL), Deputy Head of Delegation - Killian Pernet (FR/IE), Legal Trainee - Mattia Frasca (IT), Political Trainee Thrilled to have you all on board!
- In today’s CM, EU Ambassador, Vesna Kos, delivered an EU statement on Ukraine recalling that the EU will remain united in providing political, financial, economic, humanitarian, military and diplomatic support to Ukraine, as it exercises its inherent right of self-defence. 🔗tr.ee/QJubhYA-KH
- Today, Ambassador Vesna Kos delivered a statement on behalf of the EU and its Member States on the initialling of the Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Treaty, welcoming the 8th August agreement and recalling the EU support to the normalisation process. 🔗tr.ee/-ZpO8Y2ueX
- As we bid farewell to colleagues Sophie Kammerer, Efthymios Tziokas & Franziska Scheppach, we want to thank them for their important contributions, dedication, insightfulness, and hard work. We will miss your presence in our team & we wish you all the best on your new adventures!
- In case you missed it: This project celebrated the legacy of 75 remarkable women. Explore the website: www.coe.int/75women. Co-organised by the EU Delegation to the Council of Europe, the @Coe.int, and the Permanent Representations of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the United Kingdom #75Women
- Join the movement towards inclusive sports with the EU-CoE 'Sport For All' project. Watch interviews of role models sharing their insightful stories. Let's break barriers together! 🌍🏆 #InclusionMatters #SportForAll pjp-eu.coe.int/en/web/sport-for-al…
- Explore “Windows to the Past, Doors to the Future” and celebrate architecture at over 70,000 events across 48 countries. The EU- @coe.int #EuropeanHeritageDays 2025 are free & open for all. Find events & get inspired: europeanheritagedays.com #EHD2025 @ec.europa.eu @creativeeurope