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The Council of Europe's first-ever Informal Conference of Ministers responsible for #ChildRights concluded on a powerful note with the adoption of a Declaration. 📃 🙌 State Parties to the #LanzaroteConvention participating in the conference reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to: ✅ Breaking the taboos surrounding sexual violence against children ✅ Fighting impunity of perpetrators ✅ Empowering and protecting children through education on the risks of sexual exploitation and abuse, adapted to their evolving capacity.   They also pledged to advance: ✅ Screening of persons working with children ✅ Accessible reporting mechanisms, and ✅ More effective responses to online risks, particularly those posed by emerging technologies   This Declaration marks a decisive step forward in safeguarding children and building communities where every child can thrive with dignity, respect, and free from violence. 🔗 Learn more about the conference 👉 https://lnkd.in/exuHN4aB 📃 Read the Declaration ⤵️ #ChildProtection #CSEA #CoE4Children #CouncilOfEurope #EmergingTechnologies Permanent Representation of Malta to the Council of Europe Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe Marja Ruotanen Mama Fatima Singhateh Brave Movement WeProtect Global Alliance Iain Drennan Matthew McVarish Agnes von Maravic Francesca C. Naomi Trewinnard Justine Vizier

Would you like to learn more about justice and human rights training? Then follow the 2025 HELP Annual Network Conference, starting tomorrow! The conference provides a forum to discuss:  ➡️ ways to enhance human rights education for legal professionals,  ➡️ implementation of European human rights standards at the national level, ➡️ and how to improve cooperation among all national and international institutions. Discover the programme and join the livestream ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eECAxMeB This conference is organised by the Council of Europe under the Maltese Presidency of the Committee of Ministers. 

Enhance your legal expertise with our free online HELP courses!    Human Rights Education for Legal Professionals (HELP) trains judges, prosecutors, lawyers, and other relevant experts and legal professionals on European human rights standards. From combating hate speech to protecting personal data, these interactive courses empower legal professionals with essential knowledge. Explore our course catalogue, enrol today, and earn an electronic certificate ➡️ https://lnkd.in/da7K2Ah3

Join the Digital Citizenship Poster and Short Film Competition! Are you ready to shape the future of digital life through creativity? The Council of Europe invites you to take part in the International Digital Citizenship Poster and Short Film Competition, part of the European Year of #DigitalCitizenshipEducation 2025! 💡 What does it mean to be a digital citizen? Take a moment to reflect: 👉 Do you create, share, or learn online? 👉 Do you stand up against disinformation, cyberbullying, or online hate? 👉 Do you care about privacy, digital well-being, and human rights? If you answered yes to any of these, you are already a digital citizen. A digital citizen is someone who actively, positively, and responsibly engages in online and offline communities—locally, nationally, and globally. It’s about using digital spaces to connect, express, and make a difference—while respecting others and embracing diversity. 🎨 🎥 Now it’s your turn to visualise what digital citizenship means to you—through a powerful poster or short film. Submissions open from 1 July until 14 September 2025 More info: https://lnkd.in/e34QNGtE #LearnConnectEngageThrive

The Informal Conference of Ministers is in full swing! 🌍 The Minister for Social Policy and Children's Rights of Malta, Hon. Michael Falzon, and Council of Europe Secretary General, Alain Berset, opened this pivotal event. Both speakers underscored the vital role of the #LanzaroteConvention in protecting children from sexual exploitation and abuse across Europe and beyond, reaffirming their unwavering commitment to this crucial cause.   This morning, political leaders and experts explored innovative strategies to address ongoing challenges and emerging trends in sexual violence – all with a shared commitment to keep harm away from children:   ✅ Improving screening and training for adults in contact with children ✅ Fostering supportive environments for vulnerable children ✅ Protecting children in a tech-driven world through safety by design and regular risk assessments of emerging technologies Maltese member of the #UNCRC, Juliana Scerri Ferrante, and Executive Director of WeProtect Global Alliance, Iain Drennan led these important discussions. #ChildRights #ChildProtection #CSEA #CouncilOfEurope #MaltaPresidency2025 #EmergingTechnologies Permanent Representation of Malta to the Council of Europe Marja Ruotanen Agnes von Maravic Regina Jensdottir Naomi Trewinnard Justine Vizier Magdalena Bochińska

#OnThisDay, in 1993, the Slovak Republic joined the Council of Europe.  We are 46 states working together for #HumanRights #Democracy  #RuleOfLaw 🇸🇰 and the Council of Europe ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eWavvFxc  

#OnThisDay, in 1993, the Czech Republic joined the Council of Europe.   We are 46 states working together for #HumanRights   #Democracy   #RuleOfLaw 🇨🇿 and the Council of Europe ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ex-aFVq3 

15 years on from the Lanzarote Convention entering into force, we reflect on its positive impact on signatory states, civil society and victims/survivors in the fight against child sexual exploitation and sexual abuse.   This landmark Council of Europe treaty goes beyond strengthening legislation and policies to protect child victims of sexual exploitation and sexual abuse, it also values and amplifies the voices of victims/survivors. Sara Alaoui, President of The Global Collaborative,  Observer to the Lanzarote Committee, powerfully reminds us of this.   She emphasises how important it is for survivors of childhood sexual abuse to be included in conversations and decisions that shape their lives. The Lanzarote Committee ensures just that, offering #survivors a seat at the table and a platform to speak.   This dual impact - driving legal change and centring lived experience - is what makes the Lanzarote Convention so powerful 💪   📺 Watch the video for more insights ⤵️ More about the 15th anniversary of the Lanzarote Convention 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_Egajmj #LanzaroteConvention #CoE4Children #ChildRights #ChildProtection #CSEA #CouncilOfEurope Agnes von Maravic Naomi Trewinnard

📸 Looking back at President Zelenskyy’s visit to the Council of Europe — a reaffirmation of our shared commitment to justice, accountability, and peace. #StandWithUkraine #CouncilOfEurope #Throwback

📢 The Directorate General of Administration is looking for a Security officer – Principal Head of Sector within the framework of the Turnover Workforce Scheme! This role will give you the opportunity to work within the Division of Safety and Security Team in order to ensure the protection of people and property at the Council of Europe, manage security and safety matters on a daily basis at the Strasbourg headquarters of the Council of Europe and coordinate security matters for the various external offices and centres, distributed across sectors! Requirements: 📌 have extensive specialist training in security-related fields and/or a minimum of 4 years' experience in equivalent functions; 📌 have at least 2 years of experience in team management and/or crisis management; 📌 master the implementation of technical security devices and have a good knowledge of video surveillance, access control and anti-intrusion systems; have a good command of IT tools, in particular common office applications (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, databases, e-mail, Internet browsers); 📌have a very good knowledge of French and a good knowledge of English. Eligibility: 📌be a citizen of one of the member States of the Council of Europe and fulfil the conditions for appointment to the civil service of that state; 📌have discharged any obligation concerning national service (military, civil or comparable); 📌not be the parent, child, stepchild or grandchild of a serving staff member of the Council of Europe; 📌be under the age of 65 years; 📌be eligible for employment under the Turnover Workforce Scheme. 🔗Apply on our Careers Portal: https://lnkd.in/e-Ut5rxX 📅 Deadline for applications: 4 August 2025 #CoEcareers #SecurityOfficer #SecurityServices #InternationalJobs