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Joined March 2009
2 days. 1,400 participants. 60 countries. One shared question: What future is left for us? At #CoE_WFD, the message was clear: stronger participation, resilient institutions and empowered youth are key to democratic renewal.
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Ministers adopted a resolution for safer and healthier sport for all children. coe.int/en/web/portal/-/mona…
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Monaco welcomed European ministers, experts and sports leaders for the 19th Council of Europe Conference of Ministers responsible for Sport. "Human rights, democracy and the rule of law do not stop at the playing field," said Secretary General @alain_berset .
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What was it like to be part of the World Forum for Democracy 2026? We asked young participants to share their highlights and key takeaways. Watch the video and hear what they enjoyed most about the Forum. #CoE_WFD
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From ideas to action, youth are driving democratic renewal. Learn more about the Manifesto “Youth Visions for a European Democracy in 2049”: coe.int/en/web/portal/-/thin…
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Think globally. Act locally. 135 young people from across Europe and beyond gathered at the Youth Day of the World Forum for Democracy 2026 to exchange ideas, inspire action and explore how local initiatives can strengthen democracy.
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At the World Forum for Democracy, we screened The Secret Reading Club of Kabul, by Shakiba Adil and Elina Hirvonen. This award-winning documentary follows young Afghan women, who secretly come together to read and learn under Taliban rule, despite the risks they face.
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Two days. Hundreds of voices. One shared goal: stronger democracies. From youth participation to citizen-led action, one message stood out: stronger democracies need stronger public participation.
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Signed in Rome 76 years ago, the European Convention on Human Rights continues to safeguard the rights and freedoms of millions across Europe. It is a living promise to protect human rights, every day, for everyone. Read more: coe.int/en/web/impact-conven…
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Sharing Serbia’s experience, Aleksa Pavlović highlighted the power of collective action, participation and democratic renewal. Missed the live session? Watch the recording and catch up on the key highlights: youtube.com/watch?v=YhU8RvnO…
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