11-12 October
#RightsForum21
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The Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 is a unique platformfor dialogue about the pressing human rights challenges that Europe faces today.
To build a vision of hope
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Protecting human rights in the digital age
As new technologies continue to change the way we work, communicate or date, we have to ask ourselves: what do these developments mean for our human rights?
10 Feb 2022
Why listening to young people is key to protecting fundamental rights
If we are serious about protecting fundamental rights, we need to start listening to young people and what they have to tell us.
20 Jan 2022
The power of arts in promoting human rights
What is the link between arts and human rights?
16 Dec 2021
European Disability Day: Leaving no one behind
What needs to be done to make sure that the rights of people with disabilities are respected, so they can fully participate in society?
03 Dec 2021
What brings us hope?
The goal of the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 was to build a vision of hope for the protection of human rights across the European Union.
29 Nov 2021
Listen up, are you ready for the European Year of Youth?
Introducing 2022: the European Year of Youth. European Commission Vice-President Věra Jourová announced the initiative at this year’s Fundamental Rights Forum 2021.
19 Nov 2021
'Wise up' to attacks on your human rights
Calling on all human rights defenders. It is time to ‘wise up’ to the increasingly sophisticated attacks on the political, social and economic protections enjoyed by us all.
05 Nov 2021
How to tackle the climate crisis by joining up and protecting human rights
As world leaders prepare for the Cop26 summit to fight climate change, the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 has already given them food for thought on the challenges ahead.
29 Oct 2021
Wake up to the risks facing our rights, #RightsForum21 delegates demand
Policymakers, human rights defenders, activists, business people and artists from across the globe gathered at the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 with one ambition – to tackle human rights challenges and build a vision of hope.
21 Oct 2021
#RightsForum21: Where do we go from here?
Two days of stimulating discussions, over 145 different sessions, 6 locations – that was the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 in a nutshell.
14 Oct 2021
Welcome message from Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen
Welcome to the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021!
11 Oct 2021
How to become a Human Rights City: a new framework launched
Today at the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021, the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) together with representatives of several European cities unveils a new Framework for Human Rights Cities in the EU.
30 million reasons to develop rights-compliant artificial intelligence
Are you ready for the Artificial Intelligence revolution? The Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 shines a spotlight on the AI implications for your fundamental rights.
07 Oct 2021
#RightsForum21 – Speakers announced!
With just a week to go until the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 begins, we are excited to announce our key speakers!
04 Oct 2021
#RightsForum21 – 145 sessions, 500+ speakers and 1,500 registered participants so far!
More than 1,500 people have already registered for the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 on 11 and 12 October!
01 Oct 2021
Finding new ways to fight hate and discrimination
Discrimination remains a daily reality for many people in the EU despite 20 years of EU equality legislation.
23 Sep 2021
Why your view of young people may be harming social rights
Covid-19 impacts the way we all work, live and learn today. Especially for young people, it has brought many new challenges and will most likely affect them in the long run.
20 Sep 2021
#RightsForum21 – Programme online and registrations open!
The registrations for the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 are now open.
09 Sep 2021
What young people can teach us about protecting rights
Today most critical political decisions about our future are made by Baby Boomers, with little or no reference to the Zoomers from Generation Z.
26 Aug 2021
Fundamental Rights Forum 2021: what to expect and look forward to?
In less than three months, Europe’s leading human rights event – the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 – will take place.
22 Jul 2021
Going local – what can cities and regions do to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals?
Eradicating poverty, reducing inequality or protecting the environment are just some of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) all United Nations member states pledge to achieve in partnership by 2030.
15 Jul 2021
How to avoid falling for fake news?
In a world where fake news are often parading as facts, how can we avoid falling into a disinformation trap?
08 Jul 2021
1-in-4 don’t trust national courts to be free and fair, so how do we protect the rule of law?
The European Union is founded on its commitment to promote and protect fundamental rights, democracy and the rule of law. And we need you to participate in securing those foundations.
01 Jul 2021
100 million reasons why migration is a key theme at the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021
In the last decade, more than 100 million people have been forced to flee persecution, conflict and violence, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
23 Jun 2021
Unlocking AI's power while building trust
Today artificial intelligence impacts nearly every aspect of society: changing the way we work, our home life and leisure time.
17 Jun 2021
Bridging the divide: why it is good to talk about human rights
The Irish poet and former diplomat explains: “Our centre is about values in society. There is a fear we are breaking into tribes that do not build bridges towards other groups for the purposes of dialogue. But dialogue can be the seedbed of real change.”
11 Jun 2021
Over 250 session proposals received for the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021
By the end of May, we received over 250 proposals for debates, masterclasses and presentations for the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 on 11-12 October.
04 Jun 2021
How can we protect social rights for all?
Equal access to healthcare, education, work and housing top most people’s list of essentials for a good quality of life. The Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 will explore ways we can protect these social rights for all.
02 Jun 2021
How can European cities tackle discrimination and promote equality?
Twenty years after the EU adopted its equality legislation, many people still experience discrimination in their daily lives.
27 May 2021
Human rights in a digital age: how social media can support equality
Despite real fears about trolls, echo chambers and disinformation, digital campaigning can still be a powerful force for good – just ask the LGBTI community of Ireland.
20 May 2021
How to protect the environment and promote human rights?
In the 10 years since the Charter of Fundamental Rights enshrined environmental protection into EU law, we have seen a global awakening to the need for new green policies and initiatives.
12 May 2021
What Covid-19 has taught us about protecting human rights for all
The pandemic gave everyone in Europe a taste of the day-to-day pressures on the most marginalised in our societies. We all had to deal with fear, isolation and limits on our rights.
06 May 2021
How to put human rights at the heart of Europe's recovery from Covid-19?
The Fundamental Rights Forum is your opportunity to shape the rights-compliant recovery from the Coronavirus pandemic in Europe.
29 Apr 2021
We need to talk about everyday racism in Europe
A US jury finding Derek Chauvin guilty of all charges in the death of George Floyd shines new light on issues of race and human rights.
22 Apr 2021
Why the secret to protecting your human rights lies in empowering youth
Young people hold the key to our future. We must give them every opportunity to thrive. This simple advice underpins all the themes at the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021.
15 Apr 2021
The story continues: What will you do for human rights in 2021?
The Fundamental Rights Forum is your opportunity to connect, reflect and act on the most pressing challenges we face today. So, get involved!
09 Apr 2021
What’s in store at the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021?
The Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 will debate the most pressing challenges to our rights today.
31 Mar 2021
What does it take to become a human rights city?
How do human rights come into play when cities provide transport, design public spaces or build new kindergartens?
25 Mar 2021
Support from the Austrian President
We are proud to announce that Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen will be returning as high patron for the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021.
26 Feb 2021
Fundamental Rights Forum 2021: Here we come!
FRA is proud to host the first ever hybrid Fundamental Rights Forum. This year, it brings together the best of both in-person and online events.
25 Feb 2021
Welcome from FRA Director Michael O’Flaherty
#RightsDialogues give young people a say about rights in Europe
Ahead of the Fundamental Rights Forum 2021, the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) organises a series of Fundamental Rights Dialogues with young people.
24 Feb 2021
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