46 countries working together to promote #HumanRights #Democracy #RuleOfLawhttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.inthttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkwglojwr22yOn #WorldPressFreedomDay, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting journalists and media freedom. The message is clear: stronger coordination, prevention & lasting solutions are needed to keep journalists safe. https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/press-freedom-day-protect-journalists-to-protect-democracy03 May 2026 05:32 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkwglojwr22yhttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkrcjy6kqc2y1/🧵 Since its foundation in 1949, the Council of Europe has created a common legal space, centred on the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), across its 46 member states. This represents a death penalty-free zone for more than 700 million people.01 May 2026 04:36 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkrcjy6kqc2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkozy4l2wk2g46 countries are members of the Council of Europe. Others join the dialogue as observer states beyond Europe. Different histories. Shared commitments. One space for democracy, human rights and the rule of law. Learn more: https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/members-states30 Apr 2026 06:58 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkozy4l2wk2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkmkucfrek2g46 countries. 700 million people.29 Apr 2026 07:22 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkmkucfrek2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkkpzvato22gIn Sarajevo, SG @alain-berset.coe.int stressed that further reforms, including constitutional ones, are essential for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s democratic future, marking the launch of the new Council of Europe Action plan for Bosnia and Herzegovina 2026-29. https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/-further-reforms-including-constitutional-ones-remain-essential-says-secretary-general-in-sarajevo28 Apr 2026 13:49 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkkpzvato22ghttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkjzrbdrjc2nLet’s try a small exercise in imagination. Step back in time to Strasbourg, arriving for the inauguration of the Palais de l’Europe. No social media, no livestreams, just speeches, symbols, and carefully designed moments. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/council-of-europe_inauguration-du-palais-de-leurope-activity-7454782211603755008-4gQD?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAR4T8gBvwgf9y8n-mcef9iiOPUbK1ch8c028 Apr 2026 07:10 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkjzrbdrjc2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkhosxdr7s2pDid you know the world’s most far‑reaching human‑rights protection system was born in post‑war Europe? This article tells the story of how those words became institutions, courts, and protections for over 700 million people today. Read how it all began: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/stepping-back-time-remind-us-how-our-modern-rights-system-ihlfe27 Apr 2026 08:49 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkhosxdr7s2phttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkhjtd5rzc2pSG @alain-berset.coe.int will undertake an official visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina, during which he will meet with senior state officials, members of parliament and civil society representatives, and launch the Council of Europe Action Plan 2026–2029. https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/secretary-general-alain-berset-on-official-visit-to-bosnia-and-herzegovina27 Apr 2026 07:20 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkhjtd5rzc2phttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkccvhvo4k27SG @alain-berset.coe.int has concluded his first official visit to Ireland, highlighting the country’s leadership in defending international law and democratic values. Talks focused on Ukraine, the Middle East, migration, and democratic security across Europe. https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/secretary-general-salutes-ireland-s-commitment-to-multilateralism-and-international-law25 Apr 2026 05:32 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkccvhvo4k27https://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mkakvyco2s2iWhen journalists are threatened, democracy is weakened. At the 2026 #JournalistsMatter conference in Chișinău, authorities, journalists and experts discussed how to prevent threats, pressure & attacks against media freedom across Europe. go.coe.int/PhAdI24 Apr 2026 12:51 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkakvyco2s2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mk7y76tbmk2dSG @alain-berset.coe.int wrapped up his first UK visit, meeting PM Sir Keir Starmer & senior leaders. Focus: democratic security & rule of law, accountability for Ukraine, migration & shared values, and prep for May FM meeting in Chișinău. Keynote at Oxford https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/secretary-general-in-the-uk-the-echr-is-europe-s-democratic-compass-24 Apr 2026 07:16 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk7y76tbmk2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mk7w2wnnw22xSG @alain-berset.coe.int will meet Irish leaders to discuss global challenges, including Ukraine, migration and developments in the Middle East. https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/democratic-security-upholding-international-law-and-migration-on-agenda-for-alain-berset-in-dublin24 Apr 2026 06:38 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk7w2wnnw22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mk5yd7xcx225🏆 Reggio Emilia wins the 2026 Europe Prize! Awarded by @pace.coe.int for outstanding commitment to promoting the European ideal. Reggio Emilia demonstrates how cities can bring European citizenship to life. https://pace.coe.int/en/news/10272/le-prix-de-l-europe-2026-decerne-a-reggio-emilia-en-italie23 Apr 2026 12:13 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk5yd7xcx225https://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mk5ivedvfc2rDo you have an initiative that strengthens democracy? The World Forum for Democracy returns for its 14th edition on 2–4 November 2026, and the call for initiatives is now open! Check the concept note to learn more about this year’s topic ⤵️ https://www.coe.int/en/web/world-forum-democracy/-/world-forum-for-democracy-2026-call-for-initiatives23 Apr 2026 07:36 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk5ivedvfc2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mk3m4arrbs2lCountries should adopt a “only yes means yes” approach in their legislation and ensure that the perpetrator assumes the burden of proof. @pace.coe.int called on states to include free and informed consent in national legislation to prevent sexual violence. https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/council-of-europe-s-parliamentary-assembly-calls-for-consent-to-be-included-in-national-legislation22 Apr 2026 13:29 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3m4arrbs2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/coe.int/post/3mk2vkfjqhs25“The UK was a driving force in creating the Council of Europe and the European Convention on Human Rights” - Secretary General @alain-berset.coe.int, ahead of his official visit to the UK. https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/secretary-general-alain-berset-on-official-visit-to-the-united-kingdom22 Apr 2026 06:45 +0000at://did:plc:qa5nvm2vyksi55fq4yig37zt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk2vkfjqhs25