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ODIHR unveils its upcoming tool on democratic lawmaking for better laws
Publishing date: 11 October 2023
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Democratization
Guiding principles for democratic lawmaking were at the centre of discussion at an event organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) on 9 October at the margins of the Warsaw Human Dimension Conference, where ODIHR presented its upcoming tool, the Guidelines on
Judicial independence and accountability the focus of new ODIHR recommendations
Publishing date: 9 October 2023
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Democratization
As part of its ongoing effort to support OSCE states in upholding their commitments to the rule of law, the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) presented newly developed recommendations to ensure judicial independence and accountability across the region on 9 October
ODIHR Women’s Power Breakfast highlights the important role of women in protecting women’s rights and security in Central Asia
Publishing date: 5 October 2023
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Democratization, Gender equality
The role of women in strengthening peace and security and the human rights of women in Central Asia were the topics of discussion at the annual Women’s Power Breakfast organized by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) in Warsaw on 5 October 2023. The breakfast took
Vetting of candidates to Moldova’s Judicial Council objective and professional, but legislation and transparency could still be improved: ODIHR report
Publishing date: 30 September 2023
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Democratization, Good governance, Rule of law
WARSAW, 30 September 2023 – Following 14 months of monitoring the evaluation of candidates to the body responsible for the appointment and discipline of judges in Moldova (pre-vetting), the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) found that the procedure is generally objective, fair and professional, and in line with international human rights and rule of law principles. However, the transparency and legal certainty of the evaluation process could be further improved, ODIHR said in a new report.
OSCE Presence in Albania organizes ninth annual Media Development Forum
Publishing date: 18 September 2023
Content type: News
What we do: Democratization, Education, Good governance, Media freedom and development, Youth
On 18 September, the OSCE Presence in Albania organized its ninth annual Media Development Forum, a platform for dialogue among media, public institutions and civil society. This year’s Forum focused on journalist safety, media legislation, and effects of artificial intelligence on the work of
Young Women from OSCE-established Dialogue Academy conclude study visit to Belfast
Publishing date: 18 September 2023
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Mission in Kosovo
What we do: Democratization, Gender equality, Youth
Belfast and Prishtinë/Priština, 18 September 2023- Eight alumnae from the OSCE-established Dialogue Academy alumnae network which gathers young women from Pristina and Belgrade, concluded today a one-week study visit to Northern Ireland.
OSCE Presence helps Albanian parliament strengthen ties with citizens
Publishing date: 17 July 2023
Staff from constituency offices from all over Albania and senior parliamentary administrative officials came together in Shkodra on 14 and 15 July 2023. The co-ordination and training event – organized by the Albanian Assembly with the OSCE Presence’ support – aimed at enhancing the capabilities of