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Day 1 - 25 September
08:00 - 09:30
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Performance by Musicians For Human Rights. Watch the performance >>
Opening of the Forum by Michael O’Flaherty, Chair of the Forum. Read full speech >>
Message from Alexander Van der Bellen, President of Austria, High Patron of the Forum (video). Watch video message >>
Keynote opening speech by Věra Jourová, Commissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality, European Commission. Read full speech >>
Welcome words by Josef Moser, Federal Minister of Constitutional Affairs, Reforms, Deregulation and Justice, Austria. Watch address >>
High-level opening panel:
- Claude Moraes, Chair of the Civil Liberties, Justice, Home Affairs Committee (LIBE), European Parliament
- Christos Giakoumopoulos, Human Rights and Rule of Law Director General, Council of Europe
- Peggy Hicks, Director of the Thematic Engagement, Special Procedures and Right to Development Division at the United Nation's Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR)
- Ingibjörg Sólrún Gísladóttir, Director, OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR)
- Anna Rurka, President, Council of Europe Conference of International Non-governmental Organisations (INGOs); Member of FRA’s Fundamental Rights Platform Advisory Panel
Watch full recording of panel debate >>
Location: MetaHall plenary
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Michael O'FlahertyDirector of the Fundamental Rights Agency and Chair of the Fundamental Rights ForumOpening words
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Věra JourováCommissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality, European CommissionKeynote speaker
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Josef MoserAustrian Minister of Constitutional Affairs, Reforms, Deregulation and Justice
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Claude MoraesChair of the Civil Liberties, Justice, Home Affairs Committee (LIBE), European Parliament
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Christos GiakoumopoulosHuman Rights and Rule of Law Director General, Council of EuropeSpeaker
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Peggy HicksDirector of the Thematic Engagement, Special Procedures and Right to Development Division, UN's Human Rights Office (OHCHR)
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Ingibjörg Sólrún GísladóttirDirector of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
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Anna RurkaPresident of the Council of Europe’s Platform of International Non-Governmental Organisations
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Shada IslamDirector of Europe and Geopolitics, Friends of Europe
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Friso Roscam AbbingAdviser on Communication
Additional resourcesLive streaming: YesEmbebbed VideoWatch recording of opening of the forum by Chair of the Forum, Michael O'Flaherty:Watch recording of keynote speech by Commissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality, European Commission, Věra Jourová:Watch recording of panel debate:
11:30 - 12:45
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Promoting gender, age and ethnic diversity is a goal shared by many. What role can education and employment play in creating and fostering a sense of belonging, while appreciating diversity? Day 1 will focus on 'The role of education in fostering inclusion'. This working group session aims to share different perspectives on diversity and debate the vision for the role of education, and particularly human rights education, as a means to increase appreciation of diversity to ensure that more people share a sense of belonging to society.
Contributors:
- Katerina Toura, Programme Manager, Education Department, Council of Europe
- Gianna Alessandra Sanchez Moretti, Associate Human Rights Officer, United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Gilberto Antonio Duarte Santos, Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)
- Stefaan Hermans, Director of Policy Strategy and Evaluation, Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture, European Commission
- David Mark, Human Rights Adviser, OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR)
Moderator:
- Felisa Tibbitts, Lecturer and Chair in Human Rights Education, Department of Law, Economics and Governance, Columbia and Utrecht Universities, Netherlands Institute of Human Rights
FRA experts:
- Eva Sobotka, @SobotkaEva
- Miltos Pavlou, @MiltosPavlouFRA
- Thomas Schwarz
Location: MetaHall working space 2
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Cities and local authorities are on the frontline of many fundamental rights issues. They have the power to safeguard human rights by exchanging hands-on experience in integrating migrants, fighting discrimination and promoting equality. Day 1 will focus on ‘Closing the divide: cities in the multi-level governance of human rights’. Cities are often the most important actors in human rights fulfilment, but many local authorities are not aware of their role. Agenda 2030 for sustainable development, particularly Goal 11 ‘Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable’ and the EU’s Urban Agenda reflect cities’ importance and involvement in the human rights agenda. This session will discuss the actual space of cities in the multilevel governance of human rights and explore how to further engage cities in EU policymaking. Examples of how Human Rights Cities contribute to the promotion and protection of fundamental rights will be showcased during the discussion.
Contributors:
- Morten Kjaerum, Director, Raoul Wallenberg Institute, @Morten_RWI
- Shams Asadi, Human Rights Commissioner and Head of Vienna Human Rights Office, @asadi_shams
- Harald Bergman, Mayor of Middelburg; Spokesperson on human rights for the Council of Europe Congress of Local and Regional Authorities, @HaraldBergmann
Moderator:
- Filippo di Robilant, Vice Chairperson, FRA Management Board
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 4
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Contact with public institutions is part of people’s everyday lives. Trust in the EU and national governments has increased since 2015. How can we boost this upward trend? Day 1 will focus on ‘Establishing a baseline ranking of the main dimensions of trust in public institutions’. This session aims to identify impediments to and drivers of trust in public institutions, working on the basis of a framework developed by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Following group discussions, we will ask session participants to rank the six dimensions of trust of the OECD framework. We will reveal the results on Day 2 of the Forum’s WG 3 session.
Contributors:
- Ville Majamaa, Board Member, European Youth Forum
- Santiago Gonzalez, Policy Analyst, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
Moderator:
- Diana Wallis, former Vice President, European Parliament; former President, European Law Institute, @dianapwallis
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 5
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The 2008 economic crisis had long-term implications for social rights in Europe. How can social rights develop and help secure equal opportunities and fair working conditions, particularly for young people? Day 1 will focus on ‘The state of social rights: what can a human rights-based perspective contribute to addressing inequalities and social inclusion?’ The aim is to gain a better understanding of the lessons from the European Social Charter and the responses to the 2008 economic crisis for the emerging European Social Pillar, and see how a rights-based approach can contribute to social cohesion and fair working conditions.
Contributors:
- Lívia Járóka, Vice President, European Parliament
- Adriana van Dooijeweert, President, Netherlands Institute for Human Rights
- Jana Hainsworth, President, Social Platform; Secretary General, Eurochild
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Location: MetaHall working space 7
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How can society give voice to the excluded through arts, media, civil society organisations and national human rights structures? By showcasing positive practices, strategies and tools which these three channels use, society can ‘turn up the volume’ and amplify the voices of the most excluded, making sure that no voice is left unheard. Day 1 will focus on ‘The role of arts in shaping and (re)framing public perceptions of those most excluded and at risk of human rights violations’. The objective is to showcase examples where arts have raised awareness of issues and concerns that remain outside the public eye, empowering those left behind. Through examples of promising practices, the session will show how arts have contributed to shift public perceptions. Artists, self-advocates and role-models will shape and lead this session.
Contributors:
- Elio Germani, Photographer, @ElioGermani
- Marina Satti, Musician
- Vicente Rodriguez Fernandez, Vice President, ternYpe
- Andrea Kuhn, Director, Nuremberg International Human Rights Film Festival
Moderator:
- Svetla Baeva, Campaign Director, Fine Acts, @sbaeva
FRA expert:
Location: MetaHall working space 9
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European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA)
Human rights defenders are increasingly under pressure to deliver their message in an easy-to-digest and engaging way. Computer scientists and artists have made it possible to empathise with people and situations that a donor, politician or voter about to cast a referendum ballot would otherwise never experience. While there is a wide arsenal of innovative tools, such as virtual reality technology and digital data analytics platforms, available to help humanise data-heavy messages, using these tools is not an everyday practice. The panel will explore why it is worthwhile to make use of innovative tools and how innovative applications can accelerate challenging communication goals, such as changing public attitudes.
Location: MetaHall working space 3
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Public Interest Research Centre (PIRC)
How we can move conversations about human rights issues into the mainstream. An Ideathon is a way of putting communication ideas into practice. Over three days, the Ideathon will take YouTubers, film makers, cartoonists and journalists on a learning journey about human rights communication. This first session of the Ideathon will explore the framing concept. It will show how ’framing’ is a stepping stone to communicating with creativity and human rights innovation. It will apply insights from social psychology and linguistics to real world communication examples.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 8
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Pulse of Europe
Pulse of Europe will bring citizen voices from their monthly street meetings to the Forum. Participants will discuss how to ensure that Europe remains united and democratic. They will also explore how Europe can continue to be a community and in which regard human rights, the rule of law, as well as tolerance and respect, remain integral parts of its essence. The session will also reflect on how to create a ‘European sense of belonging’ and to strengthen it through dialogue with citizens.
Location: Agora
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Vienna Institute for International Dialogue and Cooperation (VIDC) / Fairplay
Sport offers innovative ways to break down barriers and promote common values. Drawing on the EU Council Conclusions on promoting common EU values through sport, the session will explore what EU Member States can do to promote values through sport. It will also discuss how to strengthen respect for human rights at sporting events. Sporting events have great potential to positively affect people’s lives and promote common values. Past experience has, however, shown that if not managed properly big sport events can result in discrimination or abuse of children’s and workers’ rights.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on developing approaches against radicalisation, protecting children from poverty and investing in children’s education and equal opportunities for participation of older people.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 1
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(by invitation only)
On 23 September delegates of the Working Party on Fundamental Rights of the Council of the EU (COHOM) participated in the Opening Ceremony of the Forum before holding an informal meeting at the premises of the Fundamental Rights Forum, thus profiting from the spirit of the event.
Location: MetaHall working space 6
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European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) with contributions from AE Nyströms Advokatbyrå AB and the European Commission Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs (DG HOME)
IT systems and biometrics make it difficult for individuals to disprove a false assumption. This session shares practical examples of effective ways to safeguard rights and correct data.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on evaluating the effects of ‘big data’ and adherence to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in national legislation, as well as on biometrics ‘Under watchful eyes: biometrics, EU IT systems and fundamental rights’.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 5
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-advokatbire-eu-system-and-biometrics_en.pdf
14:00 - 15:15
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Greek Forum of Refugees (GFR) / Girls for Girls Community e.V / Mosaico
Refugees are contributors, not beneficiaries. How can we involve them in policies that affect them and use their potential, skills and knowledge to build a more inclusive society?
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on integration measures for recently arrived refugees and children in migration.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 2
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Microsoft, with a contribution from Michał Boni, Member of European Parliament, @MichalBoni
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology won’t be created by the tech sector alone. Microsoft explains how they will democratise the benefits of AI, focusing on the experiences of marginalised communities.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on evaluating the effects of ‘big data’ and adherence to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in national legislation.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 3
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Council of Europe / European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) with the participation of Fernand de Varennes, United Nations Special Rapporteur on Minority Issues, @fernanddev and József Nagy, Member of European Parliament, @NagyJozsefEU
How can the notion of belonging support us in managing diverse societies? Against the background of international instruments protecting persons of national minorities, this session addresses the difficulties these minorities face, including expressing their identity, in today’s Europe. It queries whether the notion of belonging can help us to better deal with multiple identities. Outstanding experts and institutional representatives will reflect on related discussions at United Nations, OSCE, Council of Europe and EU levels before concluding on a helicopter perspective.
Location: MetaHall working space 4
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Nordic Ecumenical Network on International Freedom of Religion and Belief (NORFORB) with the participation of Ján Figel, Special Envoy for the promotion of freedom of religion or belief outside the EU, @janfigel
What role can we play in building a culture that promotes freedom of religion or belief? This session explores the challenges communities have in asserting their rights.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on promoting awareness of Charter rights, development of effective national plans for inclusion and raising awareness of anti-discrimination legislation and the relevant redress mechanisms among those affected by discrimination, e.g. members of ethnic minorities.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 5
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Arts Rights Justice EU working group / Culture Action Europe / Freemuse
Creativity and freedom of artistic expression are at risk due to challenges to civil society space in Europe. Arts and culture foster a strong sense of belonging. Improving the monitoring of artistic freedom is crucial for the wellbeing of people and for the creation of a more inclusive society. This session will share knowledge and practices to step up advocacy initiatives to better protect the artistic space and artistic freedom as a human right.
See what FRA contributes to this topic in its meeting report on ‘Exploring the connections between arts and human rights’.
Location: MetaHall working space 6
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Generation 2.0 for Rights, Equality and Diversity
Changing demographics in Europe requires a redefinition of what it means to be an active citizen in today’s Europe. The session aims to to engage in new conversations on the nuances of active participation. Predominant ideas will be challenged by recognising the self-organising ‘European others’.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 9
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European Programme for Integration and Migration (EPIM) / Network of European Foundations (NEF) / Global Centre for Pluralism
The way we think about and experience migrant inclusion today will shape the Europe of tomorrow. This session explores the future of community cohesion.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on integration measures for recently arrived refugees and children in migration and on promoting the participation of migrants and their descendants.
Location: MetaHall working space 7
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Council of Europe, with the participation of Marin Mrčela, President of the Group of States against Corruption (GRECO), Mats Melin, Swedish Member and President of the Supreme Administrative Court on behalf of the Consultative Council of European Judges (CCJE), and Josep-Maria Terricabras, European Parliament Rapporteur 'Situation of Fundamental Rights in the EU in 2017' report
Corruption undermines trust in state institutions, and the judiciary is no exception. Question marks over the integrity of judges are particularly disturbing because of the far-reaching authority and powers given to judges to act on behalf of society as a whole. But such allegations can also be abused. What steps can be taken to prevent corruption within the judiciary? How should allegations of judicial corruption be dealt with? What can be done to avoid that the fight against corruption is used to undermine judicial independence? This session is led by Christos Giakoumopoulos, the Council of Europe’s Human Rights and Rule of Law Director General, with the insight and perspectives of representatives of the Group of States against Corruption (GRECO) and the Consultative Council of European Judges (CCEJ).
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 8
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-indep-and-corruption_en.pdf -
Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE Network) with an introduction by Dubravka Šimonović, United Nations Special Rapporteur on violence against women, @DubravkaSRVAW, and Peggy Hicks, Director of the Thematic Engagement, Special Procedures and Right to Development Division, United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR); Joanna Goodey, Head of FRA’s Freedom and Justice Department, will chair the session.
Violence against women has the power to marginalise, silence and isolate its victims. How can survivors be empowered, regain agency and restore a sense of belonging?
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on prevention of violence against women and domestic violence (as prescribed by the Istanbul Convention), banning sexual harassment as regards access to employment and working conditions in accordance with Directive 2006/54/EC, as well as in its paper on ‘Challenges to women’s human rights in the EU’.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 1
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-metoo-session_en.pdf -
Eurochild / European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA)
Child poverty has many dimensions. A rights-based approach to investing in children has proven best in terms of outcomes. This session will showcase some of the different dimensions of child poverty and look beyond service provision to integrated ways of supporting children and families at risk. It will go beyond some classic branches of prevention and early intervention – namely in the field of early childhood, education, health, and housing.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on protecting children from poverty and investing in children’s education.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 5
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-eurochild-a-rights-based-approach-child-poverty_en.pdf
15:30 - 16:45
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European Expert Group on the Transition from Institutional to Community-based Care
EU funding can help to promote human rights, equal opportunities, non-discrimination and social inclusion. But how can it best be used to foster belonging in European societies? Through interactive exchanges, this session will bring together a diverse range of views to reflect upon the main challenges in the use of EU funding, and to discuss what has been achieved and what more can be done.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on maximising the potential for EU Structural and Investment Funds to support independent living and equal opportunities for participation of older people, as well as in its report on ‘An EU strategic framework for fundamental rights: joining forces to achieve better results’.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 2
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-eeg-putting-the-money-where-the-mouth-is_en.pdf -
this human world – International Human Rights Film Festival / Nuremberg International Human Rights Film Festival / Dokufest Kosovo
How can human rights film festivals help create a network of film professionals, local authorities, the arts, universities and civil society actors while adapting to the differences and local realities in the EU? This session will exchange views and share experiences on diversifying the audiences of film festivals.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 3
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-harvest-human-rights-film-festivals_en.pdf -
Danish Institute for Human Rights / European Network of National Human Rights Institutions (ENNHRI)
This session will highlight the potential of a human rights-based approach to implementing the 2030 Agenda and demonstrate key tools and methodologies that can be used to ensure no one is left behind. It seeks to inspire multi-stakeholder partnerships for accountability.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on promoting awareness of Charter rights, development of effective national plans for inclusion and raising awareness of anti-discrimination legislation and the relevant redress mechanisms among those affected by discrimination, e.g. members of ethnic minorities.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 4
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-dk-nhri-ennhri-leaving-no-one-behind_en.pdf -
Büro zur Umsetzung von Gleichbehandlung (BUG) / Estonian Human Rights Centre
Many NGOs endure increasingly harsh political situations across the EU. In this climate, how can strategic litigation continue to protect and enforce, human rights?
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on challenges facing civil society organisations working on human rights in the EU and more specifically on collective redress mechanisms to enable collective action and access to justice.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 5
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-bug-strategic-litigation-session_en.pdf -
Volt Europa
How do we encourage people, and in particular youth, to affect change positively and to become active at local, national and European levels? This roundtable will showcase good practice and discuss possible solutions to ensure that Europeans are mobilised and become active in the political life of their communities. Participants are invited to help shape ideas to foster an increased sense of belonging.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 9
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-volt_en.pdf -
European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) / Human Rights Office of the City of Vienna
Urbanisation is a growing phenomenon in Europe, as 70% of Europeans live in towns and cities. Cities worldwide, and notably in Europe, have committed to becoming Human Rights Cities, inspired by the People’s Movement for Human Rights Learning. These initiatives build on the World Human Rights Cities Forum, established as a result of the 1993 World Human Rights Conference in Vienna. In Europe, cities such as Vienna, Barcelona, Lisbon, Lund, Nuremberg, Utrecht and York, have declared themselves human rights cities. This session will look at: How to become a human rights city? What are the benefits for inhabitants to live in a ‘human rights city’? How to strengthen and further develop the ‘human rights city’ approach in Europe? What can the human rights cities contribute to achieving Agenda 2030 for Sustainable development and its goals?
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 6
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-fra-human-rights-cities-in-action_en.pdf -
European region of the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (ILGA-Europe)
How do you build and strengthen relationships with allies? This session will explore best practices around alliance building. The rise of populism and extremism in Europe calls for greater cooperation between different segments of civil society, but also outside of civil society, with ‘unexpected’ allies such as companies and service providers. It will also focus on how to strengthen such alliances. Speakers with different backgrounds will give their views. All participants will then work to identify key principles for building strong alliances.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 7
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-ilga-europe-bursting-bubbles_en.pdf -
European Youth Forum / United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR) with the participation of Peggy Hicks, Director of the Thematic Engagement, Special Procedures and Right to Development Division at the UN Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR)
How can we foster cooperation with youth organisations and movements to improve the situation? This session examines how international human rights frameworks cater to young people. The UN Human Rights Council called on the UN Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR) to draft a study on youth and human rights, and how youth organisations engage with rights’ frameworks. To contribute to this discussion, the session will address the questions: How do European and international human rights systems deliver for young people? How can attention to youth rights and participation of youth organisations in human rights processes be increased? How can human rights actors and other stakeholders work with youth organisations or youth-led movements to advocate for youth rights?
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 8
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-european-youth-forum-mind-the-gap_en.pdf -
European Network of People of African Descent (ENPAD) / United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner, Anti-Racial Discrimination Section (OHCHR), and a contribution by Cécile Kashetu Kyenge, Member of the European Parliament, @ckyenge
This session will highlight the human rights situation of people of African descent across Europe in different areas in light of the UN’s International Decade for People of African Descent 2015-2024. With the participation of Cécile Kashetu Kyenge, Member of the European Parliament.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on the development of effective national plans for inclusion, raising awareness of anti-discrimination legislation and the relevant redress mechanisms among those affected by discrimination, e.g. members of ethnic minorities and effective implementation of the Victims’ Rights Directive to ensure access to justice and support on the ground for victims.
Location: KesselHaus working space 1
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European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS)
Children are monitored more closely than ever. Apps are addictive by design while connected devices listen and record. Is regulation enough and how do we safeguard children's digital lives?
See what FRA says on this topic in the opinion on giving specific attention to children and older EU citizens to guarantee equal awareness of data protection and privacy rights.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 5
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-edps-resisting-arkangel_en.pdf -
Kicken Ohne Grenzen (KoG) / Play Together Now (PTN)
Young people with refugee/migration backgrounds will act as storytellers, presenting their personal stories and demonstrating their football activities. They will talk about how these helped them to integrate in their community and gain a sense of belonging. Forum participants will be asked to listen and discuss, but can also actively join in the football activities. This session aims at providing participants with a reality check of those young people’s situations as well as their opinions and ideas for possible ways forward to improve impact on their lives.
Location: Outdoor
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(by invitation only)
The EU Agency for Fundamental Rights, in cooperation with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the Council of Europe, hosts the annual meeting of the International Contact Group on citizenship and human rights education. Set up in 2011, the group brings together institutions working on human rights education, including: the United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR); the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE/ODIHR), the European Commission, FRA, the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO), Organization of American States (OAS) and the Council of Europe. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) participate as observers.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: UNODC, Vienna International Centre (VIC)
Additional resourcesLive streaming: Yeshttps://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-icg-25-09-2018-frf2018-final_en.pdf
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Marc KoehlerFounder, Marc Koehler Architects
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At a time when positions are hardening, fake news is spreading, and populism is rising, how do we ensure that there is a place in European societies for everyone? Countries sometimes try to set (their own) standards for what it means to belong in their country, for example through civic integration courses. But is setting such standards, or working with concepts such as ‘homeland’ a good approach to creating an inclusive society? Or does it ultimately exclude those who cannot or do not want to conform? What role do fundamental rights and individual freedoms play in this context?
This panel debate will explore the meaning(s) of ‘belonging’, its drivers and barriers, and its role in promoting inclusion. The panellists will share their views and experiences of how institutions and individuals are engaging with these concepts to foster a sense of belonging in our pluralist societies. Questions from the audience will play an important role in shaping this discussion, both among the panellists and by a poll during the discussion.
Contributors:
- Věra Jourová, European Commissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality, European Commission, @VeraJourova
- Femi Oluwole, Co-founder, Our Future, Our Choice, @Femi_Sorry
- Isolde Charim, Author; Philosopher, @IsoldeCharim
Moderator:
- Shada Islam, Director of Europe and Geopolitics, Friends of Europe
Location: MetaHall plenary
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Věra JourováCommissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality, European Commission
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Femi Oluwoleco-founder of Our Future, Our Choice
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Isolde CharimAuthor and philosopher
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Shada IslamDirector of Europe and Geopolitics, Friends of Europe
Additional resourcesLive streaming: YesEmbebbed VideoWatch recording of Femi Oluwole's recital or download the poem:Watch recording of panel debate:
18:15 - 19:30
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Offered by the Austrian Federal Ministry for Europe, Integration and Foreign Affairs,
Words of welcome:
Michael O’Flaherty, Chair of the Forum
Helmut Tichy, Ambassador,Austrian Federal Ministry for Europe, Integration and Foreign Affairs
Jürgen Czernohorszky, Executive City Councillor for Education, Youth, Integration and Personnel, City of Vienna
Performance by Musicians For Human Rights
Musicians For Human Rights is a worldwide network of musicians who promote a culture of human rights and social engagement. Their mission is to foster a culture of humanism through music in the United States and worldwide, in support of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Location: MetaHall plenary
Speakers-
Michael O'FlahertyDirector of the Fundamental Rights Agency and Chair of the Fundamental Rights Forum
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Helmut TichyAmbassador, Legal Adviser, Austrian Federal Ministry for Europe, Integration and Foreign Affairs
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Jürgen CzernohorszkyVienna's Executive City Councillor for Education, Youth, Integration and Personnel
Moderator-
Friso Roscam AbbingAdviser on Communication
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Day 2 - 26 September
08:00 - 09:30
09:30 - 09:35
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Speakers
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António GuterresUnited Nations Secretary General (video message)
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09:35 - 10:30
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- ‘Hard Talk’ with Emily O'Reilly, European Ombudsman
- Migrant of Trust – Connect.Reflect.Act Talk with Ali Can, #MeTwo Campaigner; Initiator of a ‘hotline for concerned citizens’
Moderator:
- Shada Islam, Director of Europe and Geopolitics, Friends of Europe
Location: MetaHall plenary
Speakers-
Emily O'ReillyEuropean Ombudsman
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Ali CanFounder of the association Intercultural Peace, initiator of a ‘hotline for concerned citizens’
Moderator-
Shada IslamDirector of Europe and Geopolitics, Friends of Europe
Additional resourcesLive streaming: YesEmbebbed VideoWatch ‘Hard Talk’ with Emily O'Reilly, European Ombudsman:Watch Connect.Reflect.Act Talk with Ali Can:
10:45 - 11:15
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Short inspiring audiovisual talks illustrating the outcomes of FRA’s 'Communicating Rights' project
Contributors:
- Friso Roscam Abbing, Head of the Fundamental Rights Promotion Department, European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA)
- Ramia Chaoui, Influential YouTuber, spokesperson for its Creators for Change campaign ‘Against Hatred And Radicalism: #SomosMás’
- Adriana van Dooijeweert, President, Netherlands Institute for Human Rights
- Gráinne Healy, Leader in the social justice sector, Campaigns expert, Researcher and Author
- Thomas Coombes, Head of Brand & Deputy Communications Director, International Secretariat, Amnesty International, @T_Coombes
Moderator:
- Friso Roscam Abbing, Head of the Fundamental Rights Promotion Department, European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA)
Location: MetaHall plenaryRead the 10 keys to effectively communicating human rights booklet or download the flipcards >>
Speakers-
Friso Roscam AbbingAdviser on Communication
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Gráinne Healy leader in the social justice sector, campaigns expert, researcher and author
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Thomas CoombesHead of Brand and Deputy Director, Amnesty International
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Adriana van DooijeweertPresident, the Netherlands Institute for Human Rights
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Ramia ChaouiInfluential YouTuber, spokesperson for its Creators for Change campaign ‘Against Hatred And Radicalism: #SomosMás’
Moderator-
Friso Roscam AbbingAdviser on Communication
Additional resourcesLive streaming: YesEmbebbed VideoWatch the recording of all presentations:
11:30 - 12:45
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Promoting gender, age and ethnic diversity is a goal shared by many. What role can education and employment play in creating and fostering a sense of belonging, while appreciating diversity? Day 2 will focus on the role of employment and employers in promoting inclusion and diversity. The objective of this working group is to provide a structured networking opportunity while sharing examples of practices that promote diversity in employment as a distinct strength and advantage for both the economy and society.
Contributors:
- Vera Budway, Erste Group Diversity Manager, Erste Group Sustainability Office, Erste Bank, @chickfromdc
- Jolanta Reingarde, Senior Researcher, European Institute for Gender Equality
- Eduardo Nadal, Programme Officer, European Trade Union Committee for Education (ETUCE- CSEE)
- John Wrench, Professor, Department of Social Work and Health Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, , Trondheim
Moderator:
- Miltos Pavlou, European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA), @MiltosPavlouFRA
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 2
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Cities and local authorities are on the frontline of many fundamental rights issues, and they have the power to safeguard human rights by exchanging hands-on experience in integrating migrants, fighting discrimination and promoting equality. Day 2 will focus on ‘Living together in the city of tomorrow: re-shaping urban public spaces for all’. Public spaces – parks, city plazas, streets and other shared spaces – are important areas of interaction in every city, both positive and negative. People feel more comfortable in cities where public spaces respond to their needs and make them feel safe and respected. Yet, FRA evidence shows that discrimination and hate crime often take place in public spaces. Many public spaces are not adapted to the needs of women, the elderly, people in socially disadvantaged situations, children and young people or people with disabilities. The design of public spaces and residential areas can therefore play an important role in facilitating better community cohesion and integration. This session aims to imagine the city of the future. It will bring together people from city planning and architecture, civil society and young people to talk about their experiences in public spaces and to collectively come up with ideas and a vision of what a city of the future that embraces human rights could look like.
Contributors:
- Tadas Leončikas, Research Manager, European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions (Eurofound), @eurofound
- Moritz Konradi, Programme Manager, European Forum for Urban Security, @Efusnews
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 4
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Contact with public institutions is part of people’s every-day lives. Trust in the EU and national governments has increased since 2015. How can we boost this upward trend? Day 2 will critically assess the ranking of the six dimensions of trust in public institutions, with a view to reaching a consensus on which the main dimensions of trust in institutions are. Following discussions in groups, participants in the session will again be asked to rank the six dimensions of trust of the OECD framework, giving them an opportunity to change their ranking of the previous day. This revised ranking will be revealed on Day 3 of the WG 3’s session.
Contributors:
- Alexandrina Najmowicz, Director, European Civic Forum,
- Helmut Tichy, Ambassador, Austrian Ministry for Europe, Integration, and Foreign Affairs
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 5
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The 2008 economic crisis had long-term implications for social rights in Europe. How can social rights develop and help secure equal opportunities and fair work conditions, particularly for young people? Day 2 will focus on socially-inclusive policies and the actors and instruments needed to ensure social rights at an EU, national and regional level. With this, the session aims to identify gaps and shortcomings in the current approaches to policy files regarding employment and protection of worker’s rights, and to gain an overview of tools and actors needed to implement and secure social rights in the labour market.
Contributors:
- Nadège Defrère, Team Leader for Non-Discrimination, Directorate General Justice and Consumers, European Commission
- Karin Lukas, Vice President, European Committee of Social Rights, Council of Europe
- Manfred Nowak, Secretary General, European Inter-University Centre for Human Rights and Democratisation / Global Campus in Venice
- Soraya Post, Member of the European Parliament, @SorayaPostFi
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 7
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How can society give voice to the excluded through arts, media, civil society organisations and national human rights structures? How can we amplify stories so often left unheard? Day 2 will focus on civil society organisations – empowering individuals, channelling the voice of those remaining unheard and influencing decision makers. By doing so, this session aims to create a space for rights holders and civil society organisations to share success stories of empowering individuals to seek change and claim the protection, promotion and implementation of their fundamental rights. By building on existing practices – such as peer support and empowerment and participation programmes, strategic litigation and awareness raising campaigns – participants will identify and collect key success elements of empowering individuals, channelling the voices of those remaining unheard and influencing decision makers.
Contributors:
- Jane Barberino Xavier, Community Support Worker, Migrant Rights Centre Ireland
- Melissa Sonnino, Project Coordinator, Facing facts, @MelissaSonnino
- Mimi Aum Neko, Co-President, Acceptess-T; Member, Transgender Europe Steering Committee
- Senada Halicevic, Chair, European platform of self-advocates (EPSA); Vice-President, Inclusion Europe
FRA expert:
Location: MetaHall working space 9
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European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) / Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (OSCE ODIHR) / The International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID)
This session explores the shared space of religion and human rights in the area of migration. More specifically, faith-based organisations and human rights organisations share their experiences to improve reception conditions of migrants in Europe.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on fundamental rights in the ‘hotspots’ in Greece and Italy, the need to safeguard fundamental rights and freedoms when considering any bans on symbols or garments associated with religion, and on promoting the participation of migrants and their descendants in society, as well as in one of its regular overviews of migration-related fundamental rights concerns on oversight of reception facilities.
Location: MetaHall working space 3
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European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) with the participation of Members of the European Parliament: Cécile Kyenge, Tomáš Zdechovský and Karol Karski
Exchange of views and experiences of how the Charter is used nationally. What are the key drivers and barriers for its implementation? What do FRA data and analysis conclude in this regard? How can national and EU-level actors better cooperate to further increase levels of implementation?
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on promoting awareness of Charter rights and a more consistent ‘Article 51 (field of application) screening’ of judicial cases or legislative files.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 6
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this human world – International Human Rights Film Festival / Cinema Human Rights and Advocacy (CHRA) / European Inter-University Centre for Human Rights and Democratisation (EIUC) / Public Interest Research Centre (PIRC)
Ideathon's second session will reflect on personal know-how for telling stories about human rights through video. It will explore video storytelling techniques to better reflect the human rights dimension of personal stories and to create empathy among audiences through the power of images.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 8
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Fundamental Rights Platform, Advisory Panel / European Centre for Non-Profit Law (ECNL)
As civil society organisations face legal restrictions in their work, this session will help identify how current EU legislation can be used to strengthen and protect civil society space and civic freedoms.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on challenges facing civil society organisations working on human rights in the EU and more specifically on collective redress mechanisms to enable collective action and access to justice.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 1
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-form-ecnl-liberties-how-can-the-eu-law-protect-civic-space_en.pdf -
Musicians For Human Rights (MFHR)
Municipalities and independent service and research organisations need each other in their efforts to serve victims of human rights abuses. This session will examine successful applications of music-centred projects to restoring health and well-being and educating youth toward democratic citizenry. It will explore impediments to further progress and how best to connect these two sectors.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 5
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-form-musicians-for-hr-from-rights-to-reality_en.pdf
13:00 - 14:00
14:00 - 15:15
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Vienna Institute for International Dialogue and Cooperation (VIDC) / Fairplay / Football Association of Ireland (FAI) / Camino
New policies are needed for sport to harness its full potential to encourage equal opportunities and foster social inclusion of newly-arrived migrants and minorities. This panel debate will connect EU policy makers in the area of sports with experts, civil society and local sports associations that have developed good practice examples on how to empower migrants, refugees, people with disabilities and LGBTI people through sports.
Location: MetaHall working space 2
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Access Now
Privatised enforcement is commonplace. Private firms can be more agile than central government. But what are the human rights implications of delegating these powers and responsibilities?
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 3
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-rule-of-law-too-slow_en.pdf -
Council of Europe with the participation of Snežana Samardžić-Marković, Council of Europe Director General of Democracy
Schools are the frontline for dealing with threats to inclusive democratic societies. This session discusses the challenges ahead of the new Council of Europe campaign ‘Free to speak, safe to learn’.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on strengthening efforts and collaboration to reinforce independence of judiciaries, enabling effective collective action, access to justice by implementing Commission Recommendation 2013/396/EU on collective redress mechanisms and effective implementation of the Victims’ Rights Directive and ensuring that victims have access to justice and support on the ground.
Location: MetaHall working space 4
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European Network of Councils for the Judiciary (ENCJ) with the participation of Judith Sargentini, Member of the European Parliament
The Rule of Law is at the core of the EU. Low public confidence in the judiciary is a major issue. The session examines remedies for strengthening trust.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on strengthening efforts and collaboration to reinforce independence of judiciaries, enabling effective collective action, access to justice by implementing Commission Recommendation 2013/396/EU on collective redress mechanisms and effective implementation of the Victims’ Rights Directive and ensuring that victims have access to justice and support on the ground.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 5
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-harvest-encj-rule-of-law_en.pdf -
Alliance against Antigypsyism / European Roma Grassroots Organizations (ERGO) Network / Central Council of German Sinti and Roma / European Network Against Racism (ENAR) / European Parliament Anti-Racism and Diversity Intergroup (ARDI)
Racism against those perceived as ‘Gypsies’ is insidious because of its high level of social acceptance. This session explores strategies to transform attitudes and behaviour.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on mainstreaming policy measures for combating anti-Gypsyism and combining it with active inclusion policies, implementing efforts to address segregation in education that focus on longer-term sustainability and in parallel address discrimination and supporting access to the labour market for Roma people.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 9
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-adressing-antigypsyism_en.pdf -
AGE Platform Europe
Ageism is embedded in policy and practice. How can a rights-based approach end poverty, reduce inequality and promote health and wellbeing in later life?
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on continuing the efforts for the adoption of the Equal Treatment Directive, adoption of the Work-life Balance Directive and promotion of a rights-based approach to ageing.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 7
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Slovak National Centre for Human Rights / Public Defender of Georgia / European Network of National Human Rights Institutions (ENNHRI)
What is the role of business in protecting human rights? This session reflects on good practices and helps assemble key recommendations for relevant stakeholders.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinion on improving access to remedy in the area of human rights and business at EU level.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 8
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-slovak-national-centre-for-hr_en.pdf -
Fundamental Rights Platform, Advisory Panel / International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH)
This session raises awareness of the sources and causes of negative stories. It explores how to build effective communication based on trust, rather than fear.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 1
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University College Roosevelt (Utrecht University) / European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA)
What difference can a local authority make when it comes to refugee reception, education, housing and participation? The arrival of refugees in Europe has shown the difference an engaged local authority can make. Across Europe, cities and municipalities have taken different positions in receiving and integrating refugees. In this session, the Cities of Refuge team shares insights from a first year of research on the topic and invites to an exchange of promising practices. It will explore the relevance of human rights, as discourse, in praxis and law; and how a local authority can strengthen belonging? #UUCoR, www.citiesofrefuge.eu
See what FRA says on this topic in two of its regular overviews of migration-related fundamental rights concerns on the impact on local communities in terms of housing, education, the local economy and social responses and oversight in reception facilities.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 2
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-cities-of-refuge_en.pdf -
Musicians For Human Rights (MFHR)
Experts with different backgrounds will exchange views and speak with the public and decision-makers about the challenges to forging partnerships and improving funding. They will explore changes in communications content and style that could be effective in expanding the use of music-centred projects to advance interest in and knowledge about human rights.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 5
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-form-musicians-for-hr-preach-what-you-practice_en.pdf -
(by invitation only)
On 24 September the Working Party on Fundamental Rights, Citizens Rights and Free Movement of Persons (FREMP) held its first informal meeting since its establishment at the Fundamental Rights Forum, inviting the Director of the EU Fundamental Rights Agency and senior experts to contribute to their discussion around the future of FREMP. The Chair of the Working Party, Ambassador Helmut Tichy, also spoke at one of the FRA-led working groups on Trust in public institutions, which reflects this year’s topic of the Annual Rule of Law Dialogue in the General Affairs Council. Many delegates participated in the 3 days event, thus bringing their experience into the discussions of the Forum and profiting from the results.
The Austrian Presidency of the Council of the EU included the Fundamental Rights Forum in the calendar of events for the Presidency programme. A reporting back from the Forum took place at the joint session of FREMP and COHOM in Brussels, 15 November 2018, where a representative of FRA is invited to speak about the multilateral cooperation approach that was at the heart of the Fundamental Rights Forum.
Location: MetaHall working space 6
15:30 - 16:45
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Conference of International Non-governmental Organisations of the Council of Europe (INGOs) / Open Government Partnership
At a time when public trust in governments and EU-institutions is not at its peak, what efforts can be made to ensure citizens have a voice in public affairs? Which factors promote inclusive participation in public affairs? Which countries and sectors have implemented this effectively across Europe? How can channels of civic participation be sustained over time and across political transitions? The session will focus on collectively exploring the factors that facilitate citizen participation in all aspects of public decision-making - from law-making to implementation of policies across different levels. The session will bring together practitioners and experts from different countries to share experiences of developing initiatives that have helped civic participation.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on challenges facing civil society organisations working on human rights in the EU.
Location: MetaHall working space 2
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-ingo-conference-coe-harvest-instructions-and-templateosfinal_en.pdf -
Ombudsman for Future Generations, Hungary / European Environmental Agency (EEA)
Human rights and the interests of future generations are powerful tools for environmental policy-making. This session explores the emerging non-governmental actors who contribute to the human rights-based protection of the environment and the means of fostering long-term thinking among decision-makers.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 3
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-protecting-the-environment_en.pdf -
Youth Policy Labs / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNICEF) / European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA)
Young people talk, adults listen. This session examines the impact of age-related legislation on policies covering education, health, social care, justice, migration and asylum and political participation, while reflecting on the rationale behind minimum age requirements. This session will discuss the issues with young people. It aims at empowering them to act and advocate for policy changes. Furthermore, it intends to raise adults’ awareness of what matters for adolescents when it comes to realising their rights and participation.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on continuing the efforts for the adoption of the Equal Treatment Directive, adoption of the Work-life Balance Directive and promotion of a rights-based approach to ageing.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 4
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-age-matters_en.pdf -
Organization for Refuge, Asylum and Migration (ORAM) / Rutgers University / Queer Base
Sexual and gender minority refugees are among the most vulnerable of forced migrants. This session explores the problems and looks for potential solutions to aid their integration and sense of belonging in the EU.
See what FRA says on this topic in one of its regular overviews of migration-related fundamental rights concerns on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) asylum seekers.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 5
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-rutger-queer-based-fostering-belonging_en.pdf -
Independent experts from the Pata-Cluj project
Social intervention in marginalised communities can prevent victimisation of the most vulnerable. What can we learn from the Pata-Cluj project that is helping Romania’s Roma community?
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on advancing efforts to promote participatory approaches.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 9
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-the-role-of-participatory-approaches_en.pdf -
Fundamental Rights Platform, Advisory Panel / Business and Human Rights Resource Centre / International Service for Human Rights
Business and civil society operate in and benefit from a ‘shared space’. What is the business, moral and normative case for corporate support for this shared space? This session looks at concrete suggestions to support civil society, civic freedoms and human rights.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on challenges facing civil society organisations working on human rights in the EU.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: MetaHall working space 7
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-form-business-and-civil-society-space_en.pdf -
Friedrich Naumann Stiftung für die Freiheit
Hate speech and disinformation online are dangers for liberal democracies. How can we protect both individual rights and freedom of expression in the digital sphere?
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on ensuring that any case of alleged hate crime, including hate speech, is effectively recorded, investigated, prosecuted and tried, developing dedicated national action plans to fight racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance, as well as in its paper on ‘Challenges to women’s human rights in the EU’.
Location: MetaHall working space 8
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Council of Europe
How did different responses to hate speech – criminal, administrative and civil law, self-regulation, and counter and positive speech – work, in full respect of freedom of expression? This session will explore how this is achieved, by relying on the European Court of Human Rights case law, NGOs’ experiences, the Council of Europe’s monitoring and standard-setting bodies, and campaigns and the code of conduct agreed between the European Commission and the internet industry.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on ensuring that any case of alleged hate crime, including hate speech, is effectively recorded, investigated, prosecuted and tried and on developing dedicated national action plans to fight racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance.
Read the Open Session conclusions and recommendations (pdf) >>
Location: KesselHaus working space 1
Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-os-harvest-coe-fight-against-hate-speech-can-be-won_en.pdf -
Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation / University of Perugia / Mediators of the project “Donne in mediazione per una pace duratura”
This session will look into ways of facilitating intercultural dialogue and promoting creative processes to prevent and transform ongoing conflicts through the language of art. Other aspects it will explore are: how society can empower refugees and migrant women; and how it can support them by fostering their leadership and decision-making powers to overcome barriers they face due to double – gender- and ethnic-based – discrimination.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on promoting the participation of migrants and their descendants in society.
Location: KesselHaus working space 5
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Ultimate Frisbee - Team UFO / Rugby Opens Borders (ROB) / The Austrian Federation of Sports for People with Disabilities (ÖBSV)
This activity will demonstrate inclusive sports initiatives, i.e. frisbee and touch rugby as mixed-gender sport games and blind football as an empowering game for people with disabilities. Both the players and their coaches stand ready to give more insights and tell their personal stories. Participants are welcome to join in and play.
Location: Outdoor
17:00 - 18:15
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Migrants arriving in the EU have often endured harrowing journeys to get there. But those who survive and receive international protection face an equally daunting challenge: building a future and a sense of belonging in their new home. Learning a new language and finding employment are essential elements of that process, but hurdles abound. Health issues relating to the trauma of leaving your home country is just one example.
This panel discussion will take a clear-eyed look at the many challenges to successful integration – and what can be done to surmount them. This session will identify obstacles and response gaps by scrutinising policy and practical responses adopted by the EU and its Member States, including at the local level. It will also highlight efforts that are finding ways to tap into the tremendous potential underlying these developments.
Three short video clips will complement the real-world insights provided by the panellists working on diverse aspects of this complex and vital issue.
Panellists:
- Lefteris Papagiannakis, Vice Mayor of Athens
- Moatasem Althafea, Student, Vienna University of Economics and Business with a refugee background from Mosul, Iraq
- Rabih El Chammay, Head of Mental Health Program, Ministry of Public Health, Lebanon
- Els van Driel, Documentary Maker
- Julie Ward, Member of European Parliament
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on promoting the participation of migrants and their descendants, as well as in one of its regular overviews of migration-related fundamental rights concerns ‘Migration to the EU: five persistent challenges’.
Location: MetaHall plenary
Speakers-
Lefteris PapagiannakisVice-Mayor of Athens
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Moatasem AlthafeaRefugee from Mosul (Iraq), now student at Vienna University of Economics and Business
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Rabih El ChammayHead of Mental Health Programme, Ministry of Public Health, Lebanon
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Els van Drielindependent journalist and documentary director
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Julie WardMember of European Parliament
Moderator-
Shada IslamDirector of Europe and Geopolitics, Friends of Europe
Additional resourcesLive streaming: YesEmbebbed VideoWatch the recording of the panel debate:
18:15 - 19:45
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Additional resources https://fra.europa.eu/sites/default/files/frf-2018-harvest-frp-session_en.pdf
19:30 - 21:00
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‘The Cleaners’ focuses on content moderation on social media and websites. What is a content moderator responsible for? Screening 25,000 social media posts a day and deciding what to delete or ignore. It sounds obvious: no nudity, no dead children. But what if it’s a naked painting of President Trump, or a photo of a Libyan refugee child who drowned crossing the Mediterranean?
How do we stop social media from promoting violence and hatred while protecting our right to freedom of expression? A panel debate curated by FRA will engage the audience into a discussion on freedom of (artistic & political) expression, hate speech, censorship and control of the public space:
Panellists:
- Moritz Riesewieck, Film Director, ‘The Cleaners’
- Fanny Hidvégi, European Policy Manager, Access Now, @infofannny
- Deniz Yazici, Adviser, Office of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
Moderator:
- Mario Oetheimer, European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) @MOetheimerFRA
Location: Stadtkino, city centre, Vienna
Day 3 - 27 September
08:00 - 09:30
09:30 - 09:35
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Video message by Dunja Mijatović, Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights
Location: MetaHall plenary
Speakers-
Dunja MijatovićCouncil of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights
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09:35 - 10:15
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Location: MetaHall plenary
Speakers-
Ivan KrastevPermanent Fellow, Institute for Human Sciences in Vienna
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Aya Mohammed AbdullahYouth Delegate, UNHCR Global Youth Advisory Council
Moderator-
Friso Roscam AbbingAdviser on Communication
Additional resourcesLive streaming: YesEmbebbed VideoWatch the recording of Ivan Kratsev's talk:Watch the recording of Aya Mohammed Abdullah's talk: -
10:30 - 11:45
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Promoting gender, age and ethnic diversity is a goal shared by many. What role can education and employment play in creating and fostering a sense of belonging while appreciating diversity? Day 3 will focus on the interlinkage of education and employment to foster inclusion. It will also look at the tools and follow-up ideas that employers and educators can offer to education systems, involving civil society, to foster diversity while promoting inclusion and belonging. The working group will bring together its findings to shape consistent and synergy-creating approaches across both areas.
Contributors:
- Joke van der Leeuw-Roord, Founder and Special Advisor, EUROCLIO, former Secretary General of the Lifelong Learning Platform, @joke_leeuw
- Barbara Weber, Global Director for Human Rights Education, Amnesty International, @BarbaraWeberHRE
- Neha Chatwani, Founder, The Workplace Atelier
- Pavel Tychtl, Policy Officer, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs (DG HOME), European Commission
Moderator:
- Felisa Tibbitts, Chair in Human Rights Education, Utrecht University, Netherlands Institute of Human Rights, @Felisa Tibbitts
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 2
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Cities and local authorities are on the frontline of many fundamental rights issues. Exchange hands-on experience of integrating migrants, fighting discrimination and promoting equality. Day 3 will focus on ‘Community-engagement – an effective tool for high quality local policies and service delivery to inhabitants’. The discussion will explore how engagement, participation and empowering communities at local level contribute to strengthening the sense of belonging for everybody. The session will particularly focus on engaging diverse populations, including people in vulnerable situations, children and young people, and people in hospital care.
Contributors:
- Emma Broberg, Human Rights Strategist, Region of Västra Götaland, Sweden
- Aurélien Dierckens, International Projects Management Officer, Association des Flandres pour l'éducation, la formation des jeunes et l'insertion sociale et professionnelle (AFEJI Association)
- Alexandru Rudol, Roma Youth Activist
- Martha Stickings, European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA)
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 4
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Contact with public institutions is part of people’s everyday lives. Trust in the EU and national governments has increased since 2015. How can we boost this upward trend? Day 3’s objective is to identify ways to bolster trust in institutions through a structured exchange of concrete practices, with a view to transferable experiences – across borders and from local to national and international levels. The exchange of practices will be structured on the basis of the consensus reached on Day 2 and will take place in discussion groups.
Contributors:
- Gianluca Esposito, Executive Secretary, Council of Europe, @GianlucaCoE
- Kirsi Pimiä, Non-Discrimination Ombuds, Finland; Member, European network of equality bodies (Equinet) Board
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 5
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The 2008 financial crisis had long-term implications for social rights in Europe. How can social rights develop and help to secure equal opportunities and fair work conditions, particularly for young people? Day 3 will focus on a sustainable way forward - exploring approaches and partnerships to secure social rights at a local and national level. The aim is to show examples of approaches to and partnerships for securing employment opportunities in fair working conditions at local and national levels, and how this can be translated into advancements in a social rights framework.
Contributors:
- Carina Autengruber, Vice President, European Youth Forum
- Nicolas Macabeo, Director, Mozaïk RH
- Juraj Vozar, Board Member, Association of Young Roma Phiren Amenca
FRA experts:
Location: MetaHall working space 7
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How can society give voice to the excluded through arts, media, civil society organisations and national human rights structures? How can we amplify stories so often left unheard? Day 3 will focus on national human rights institutions, equality bodies and national Ombuds Offices – acting as a bridge between rights holders and duty bearers.
Contributors:
- Lora Vidović, Chair, European Network of National Human Rights Institutions (ENNHRI)
- Tena Šimonović Einwalter, Chair, European Network of Equality Bodies (Equinet)
Table hosts:
- Adriana van Dooijeweert, President, Netherlands Institute for Human Rights
- Christoffer Badse, Monitoring Department Director, Danish Institute for Human Rights
- Patrick Charlier, Director, Interfederal Centre for Equal Opportunities (Unia), Belgium
FRA expert:
Location: MetaHall working space 9
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European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) / Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (OSCE ODIHR) / The International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID)
This second session connects religious and human rights activists, sharing their experiences on how to improve reception conditions of migrants in Europe.
See what FRA says on this topic in its opinions on fundamental rights in the ‘hotspots’ in Greece and Italy, the need to safeguard fundamental rights and freedoms when considering any bans on symbols or garments associated with religion, and on promoting the participation of migrants and their descendants in society, as well as in one of its regular overviews of migration-related fundamental rights concerns on oversight of reception facilities.
Location: MetaHall working space 3
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Arts can captivate and inspire audiences. But how can we channel this power into creating a stronger sense of societal belonging among us all? During this debate, panellists will explore how different artistic voices can work together to deliver powerful human rights messages that resonate with us and empower each of us to re-engage with the rich tapestry of life that surrounds us. They will share their views and give examples of how arts can drive change, and help create more tolerant and inclusive societies. We will invite the audience to join discussions reflecting on what ‘belonging’ means in the world of arts, as well as how inclusive and diverse arts actually are.
Panellists:
- Dean Vuletic, Historian of Contemporary Europe, Department of East European History of the University of Vienna, currently leading the project 'Intervision: Popular Music and Politics in Eastern Europe'
- Ani Zonneveld, Malaysian-American Writer; Singer / Songwriter; Speaker and Human Rights Defender; Founder and Director, Muslims for Progressive Values; Co-founder and Board Member, Alliance of Inclusive Muslims, @AniZonneveld
- Andrea Kuhn, Director, Nuremberg International Human Rights Film Festival; Board Member, Stiftung medico international, @NIHRFF
- Jurriaan Bles, Musical Performer
Commentator:
- Manfred Nowak, Human Rights Professor, Secretary General of European Inter-University Centre for Human Rights and Democratisation (EIUC)/Global Campus in Venice
Moderator:
- Philippe Narval, Managing Director, European Forum Alpbach, @PhilippeNarval
Location: KesselHaus working space 1
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Public Interest Research Centre (PIRC)
Ideathon’s third and last session will be a workshop to refine the messages and ideas we have come up with during the conference. PIRC will provide help and support to render the messages as effective as possible. The session will build on insights from the previous two and concentrate on the values and beliefs that underpin messages.
Location: MetaHall working space 8
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(by invitation only)
The Fundamental Rights Forum was attended by many FRA National Liaison Officers (NLOs). The NLOs are government officials who are FRA’s main contact points in the Member States’ national administrations. The FRF provided a great opportunity for the NLOs to meet outside of the regular NLO meetings, which FRA organises once or twice per year. At this side-meeting, NLOs were able to exchange views on the relevance of the FRF to their work, and the possibilities of follow-up from their perspective. FRA greatly welcomed the engaging discussion and will take the points that were raised on board in its further cooperation with the Member States, including in follow-up to the FRF.
Location: MetaHall working space 6
12:00 - 13:15
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Presentation of the Chair’s Statement 2018 by Michael O’Flaherty, Chair of the Forum
Closing panel ‘Delivering for fundamental rights in tomorrow’s Europe’
Panellists:
- Mairead McGuinness, First Vice President, European Parliament
- Emmanuel Crabit, Director of Fundamental Rights and the Rule of Law Directorate, European Commission
- George Ciamba, State Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Romania
- Zara Todd, Director, European Network on Independent Living (ENIL); FRA Fundamental Rights Platform Advisory Panel Member
- Michael O’Flaherty, Chair of the Forum
Location: MetaHall plenary
Speakers-
Michael O'FlahertyDirector of the Fundamental Rights Agency and Chair of the Fundamental Rights Forum
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Mairead McGuinnessFirst Vice-President of the European Parliament
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Sirpa RautioChair of the FRA Management Board
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George CiambaState Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Romania
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Zara ToddMember of FRA’s Advisory Panel
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Emmanuel CrabitDirector of Fundamental rights and the rule of law, European Commission
Moderator-
Shada IslamDirector of Europe and Geopolitics, Friends of Europe
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13:15 - 13:30
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Combining individual impact to make real change!
Panellists:
- Nadir Nahdi BENI, UK YouTube Ambassador - Creators for Change
- MaximNoise, Germany YouTube Ambassador - Creators for Change
- Alice Sachrajda, Creative researcher and storyteller
Location: MetaHall plenary
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Summing individual impact to make real change!
Panellists:
- Nadir Nahdi BENI, UK YouTube Ambassador - Creators for Change
- MaximNoise, Germany YouTube Ambassador - Creators for Change
- Alice Sachrajda, Creative researcher and storyteller
Location: MetaHall plenary
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Closing remarks by Sirpa Rautio, Chair of the FRA Management Board.
Music performance: the EU-anthem, marking the closure of the Fundamental Rights Forum 2018 by Square Waltz.
Location: MetaHall plenary
Speakers-
Sirpa RautioChair of the FRA Management Board
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