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At the Ukrainian Global Summit in Bern, I explained how Europe's approach to the next phase of protection to displaced Ukrainians must be based on evidence, transparency, international law, consultation and inclusion. The welcome must be extended. #UWC ➡️
https://www.coe.int/en/web/commissioner/-/europe-must-maintain-a-welcome-for-displaced-ukrainians

Commissioner for Human Rights 3d ago

Useful exchange with UN Special Rapporteur on human rights defenders Andrea Bolaños Vargas on the deteriorating environment for Europe's human rights defenders. They face an alarming combination of funding shortages, crackdown and harassment, and restrictive laws. Read more on these trends ➡️ https://www.coe.int/en/web/commissioner/-/alarming-trends-the-crisis-facing-civil-society-and-human-rights-defenders-in-europe

Commissioner for Human Rights 3d ago

Inspired by the environmental #humanrights defenders and civil society actors I met at the first European Forum on #EHRDs. Their courage in exposing environmental harm offers hope for our planet. States have an obligation to ensure they can work freely and safely.

Commissioner for Human Rights 3d ago

At the first European Forum on Environmental #HumanRights Defenders, I joined the call for a Council of Europe legally binding instrument on the right to a healthy environment. Nothing less will match the urgency of the moment. Read my speech ⬇️
https://www.coe.int/en/web/commissioner/-/the-urgency-of-a-council-of-europe-legal-instrument-on-the-right-to-a-healthy-environment
#WorldEnvironmentDay #NowForClimate #ClimateAction

Commissioner for Human Rights 3d ago

Europe is at a pivotal crossroads for #HumanRights. In my newsletter for May 2026, I call for principled leadership to defend our shared values. ⬇️
https://nl.commissioner.coe.int/nl3/8PiyzTRD-MdkNfnD7UFlIw

#HumanRights #ECHR #migration #Ukraine #AIethics

Commissioner for Human Rights 5d ago

The gravity of the environmental crisis demands a legally binding Council of Europe instrument recognising the right to a healthy environment. This step will advance human rights across the continent and light the way for global progress.

- at an event organised by the Campaign for the Right to a Clean, Healthy and Sustainable Environment at the Council of Europe

#ClimateAction #HumanRights #healthyenvironment #CouncilOfEurope

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Commissioner for Human Rights 5d ago

Excellent discussion with the Minister of Health and Social Affairs of Monaco, Christophe Robino, on children’s mental health and social media. I reiterated the need to seek solutions that respect the dignity of young people and ensure that safety becomes a legal duty for platforms, not a burden placed on children. I’ve developed this in a Shout Out ➡️ https://go.coe.int/ZhUPD
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Regulate platforms, not children – Commissioner urges caution over social media bans

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Commissioner for Human Rights 5d ago

Excellent échange avec le Ministre de la Santé et des Affaires sociales de Monaco, Christophe Robino, sur la santé mentale des enfants et les réseaux sociaux. J'ai réaffirmé la nécessité de rechercher des solutions qui respectent la dignité des jeunes et garantissent que la protection devienne une obligation légale pour les plateformes, et non un fardeau imposé aux enfants. J’ai dévelopé ce point dans mon Shout Out ➡️ https://go.coe.int/ZhUPD
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Commissioner for Human Rights 5d ago

Important discussion with Monaco’s Secretary of State for Justice, Samuel Vuelta Simon, as the country took on the presidency of the @coe Committee of Ministers. It is essential to support and raise awareness of the role of the European Convention on Human Rights and the work of the Court.
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Commissioner for Human Rights 5d ago

Important échange avec le Secrétaire d'Etat à la Justice de Monaco, Samuel Vuelta Simon, alors que débute la présidence monégasque du Comité des ministres du @coe. Soutenir et mieux faire connaître le rôle de la Convention européenne des droits de l'homme et le travail de la Cour est essentiel.
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