Some problems - And how the Council may help to solve them. Part I - Forum for democracy, gage of stability.

Some problems - And how the Council may help to solve them.

This book looks at the political role of the Council of Europe, which is now not only a forum for democracy and a gage of stability, the home of human rights and the forum of cultural diversity, but also the crucible of Europe and the future for politics

This book looks at the political role of the Council of Europe, which is now not only a forum for democracy and a gage of stability, the home of human rights and the forum of cultural diversity, but also the crucible of Europe and the future for politics. The author examines all that is specific to the Council of Europe within the European architecture, particularly vis-à-vis the European Union. This book is essential reading for anyone wishing to study the Strasbourg-based Council of Europe, understand how it operates and find out about the contribution that it makes.

The European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) is a thematic funding . It offers independence of action, as it cooperates directly with human rights defenders and local civil society organisations without the need for approval of national authorities.

The European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) is a thematic funding instrument for EU external action aiming to support projects in the area of human rights, fundamental freedoms and democracy in non-EU countries. This instrument is designed to support civil society to become an effective force for political reform and defence of human rights. Objectives and key features.

The Council of Europe (CoE; French: Conseil de l'Europe, CdE; German: Europarat) is an international organisation whose stated aim is to uphold human rights, democracy and the rule of law in Europe. Founded in 1949, it has 47 member states, with a population of approximately 820 million, and operates with an annual budget of approximately 500 million euros.

The book is not intended for sale, is a scientific publication and is distributed free of charge

The book is not intended for sale, is a scientific publication and is distributed free of charge.

The Council of Europe – an intergovernmental organisation for the .

The Council of Europe – an intergovernmental organisation for the protection of human rights. The Council of Europe in Strassburg is not only the largest but also the oldest intergovernmental organisation in Europe. The Council of Europe protects and promotes three core values: human rights, democracy and the rule of law. It is, therefore, often called Europe’s human rights watchdog. The biggest contributors are France, Germany, Italy, the Russian Federation and the United Kingdom.

The Council of Europe, Europe's oldest political body, aims to uphold human rights, democracy and the rule of law across . Funding comes from member states; their contributions are determined according to wealth and population

The Council of Europe, Europe's oldest political body, aims to uphold human rights, democracy and the rule of law across the continent. It emerged in 1949 from the ashes of World War II and now includes all European countries apart from Belarus, where the council is concerned about the human rights situation, and Kosovo, the independence of which is not recognised by many Council of Europe members. 5 May 1949: Council formed under Treaty of London. Funding comes from member states; their contributions are determined according to wealth and population. The council is a stand-alone body, and not a branch of the European Union.

Council of Europe Publishing is the Organisation’s official publishing arm and offers a wide choice. Places Strasbourg, France Community l Organization Council of Europe Publications. English (US) · Suomi · Svenska · Español · Português (Brasil). Information about Page Insights Data.

Council of Europe The Commissioner for Human Rights is an independent institution within the Council of Europe, mandated.

European Court of Human Rights F-67075 Strasbourg cedex FRANCE Tel : +33 (0)3 88 41 20 18 Fax : +33 (0)3 88 41 27 30. The Commissioner for Human Rights is an independent institution within the Council of Europe, mandated to promote the awareness of and respect for human rights in 47 Council of Europe member states. The Commissioner co-operates with a broad range of international and national institutions as well as human rights monitoring mechanisms.

Strengthening local and regional democracy and securing respect for human rights are among the Council of Europe’s main aims because a properly functioning democracy provides one of the foundations for peace and stability in Europe

Strengthening local and regional democracy and securing respect for human rights are among the Council of Europe’s main aims because a properly functioning democracy provides one of the foundations for peace and stability in Europe. Through their diversity, local and regional authorities also reflect the fact that the key principles of democracy and public participation in the management of living environments are flourishing.