Council of Europe

The Council of Europe is an international organization of 47 member states that promotes cooperation and dialogue among its member states. It was founded in 1949 and is based in Strasbourg, France. The council has a number of different bodies and institutions that carry out its work, including the European Court of Human Rights, the Committee of Ministers, and the Parliamentary Assembly. The council focuses on a range of issues, including human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. It is not to be confused with the European Union, which is a separate organization with a different membership and focus.

 

 

Human Trafficking Victims in Bosnia ‘Need Better Protection’: Report – Balkan Insight
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Human Trafficking Victims in Bosnia ‘Need Better Protection’: Report – Balkan Insight

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The Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings, GRETA, an independent monitoring group, said in a report for the Council of Europe published on Tuesday that Bosnia and Herzegovina’s has improved legislation to combat human trafficking but it needs to be implemented more effectively to ensure protection and justice for victims. The…

Human trafficking in Norway: progress on legislative reforms, but should avoid rapid deportations of foreigners without screening for potential victims of trafficking 
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Human trafficking in Norway: progress on legislative reforms, but should avoid rapid deportations of foreigners without screening for potential victims of trafficking 

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The Council of Europe’s Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings (GRETA) has published its third evaluation report on Norway focusing on human trafficking victims’ access to justice and effective remedies. The report also assesses developments since the publication of GRETA’s second evaluation report on Norway as regards the implementation of the…

Armenia: despite legislative reforms, survivors of human trafficking face uphill struggle to access justice – Council of Europe
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Armenia: despite legislative reforms, survivors of human trafficking face uphill struggle to access justice – Council of Europe

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The Council of Europe’s Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings (GRETA) have published a new report on Armenia focusing on human trafficking victims’ access to justice and effective remedies. GRETA acknowledges improvements in the legislative and policy framework but asks the authorities to strengthen the provision of information to victims, improve…

The situation in Ukraine: key resources and how you can help
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The situation in Ukraine: key resources and how you can help

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We join the international outrage at the ongoing invasion of Ukraine and stand in support of the Ukrainian people. Our concerns about the safety and wellbeing of those fleeing this violence, many of whom who will likely find themselves increasingly vulnerable to trafficking and exploitation, are deep and multi-faceted. The OHCHR and the UN Special…

Turkish doctor suspected of human organ trafficking arrested
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Turkish doctor suspected of human organ trafficking arrested

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By the CNN Wire Staff STORY HIGHLIGHTS NEW: Arrested Turkish doctor Yusuf Ercin Sonmez says “there is no organ trade” He reportedly is suspected of involvement in an organ smuggling ring Kosovo District Court issues Interpol warrant Istanbul (CNN) — A Turkish doctor arrested in an investigation into an alleged human organ smuggling ring protested…