1. News stories
   

   Trafficking of children, a serious threat in the EU

   Children account for 22% of all victims of trafficking. The majority of child victims are girls, almost 78%. The EU Anti-Trafficking Day is a reminder that trafficking of children remains a serious threat in the EU.

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 18/10/2021

2. News stories
   

   Fadma talks about climate change and its impact on the income of rural women

   "They say it's because of the climate, but I think that even people's hearts have something to do with it…" says Fadma, laughing shyly. It is with these words in her native Amazigh language 'tachelhit', that Fadma talks about the impact of climate change and the

   Author: Press and information team of the Delegation to MOROCCO - Publication date: 13/10/2021

3. News stories
   

   Their actions should not cost them their lives

   On the European and World Day against Death Penalty, the EU together with the Council of Europe reaffirms its strong opposition to the use, in any circumstance, of the death penalty. Capital punishment has no place in our days, in any part of the world. It has no established deterrent effect and it

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 10/10/2021

4. Joint Statements

   European and World Day against the Death Penalty, 10 October 2021: Joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union and the Secretary-General on behalf of the Council of Europe

   On the European and World Day against the Death Penalty, the European Union and the Council of Europe reaffirm their firm opposition to capital punishment at all times and in all circumstances. The death penalty is a cruel, inhuman and degrading punishment contrary to the right to life. Its

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 08/10/2021

5. News stories
   

   Rebuilding stronger and more democratic societies

   Today we celebrate the International Day of Democracy. As the world slowly recovers from the outbreak of the pandemic, we are confronted with the multiple threats posed to democracy in societies across the world. It is time to ensure that the universal democratic values we uphold are defended to

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 15/09/2021

6. Joint Statements

   International Day of Democracy: Joint statement by the High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell and Vice-President Dubravka Šuica

   Whether you care about climate change, jobs, the economy, or racial and social justice, your voice will only be heard and your vote will only count if you live in a democracy.

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 14/09/2021

7. Press releases

   Statement by Commissioner for Crisis Management Janez Lenarčič on the International Day to Protect Education from Attack

   On the occasion of the International Day to Protect Education from Attack, the EU reaffirms its commitment to promote and protect the right of every child to grow in a safe environment, have access to quality education, and build a better and more peaceful future.

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 09/09/2021

8. News stories
   

   International Literacy Day: narrowing the digital divide

   Ensuring access to technology-enabled literacy learning opportunities is central to a human-centred recovery from the COVID-19 crisis

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 07/09/2021

9. News stories
   

   Freedom of belief, freedom of religion – not fear

   As the world still responds to the effects of the global pandemic, the human rights of many who have a religion or hold humanistic and/or atheistic beliefs are increasingly threatened. On the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence based on Religion or Belief, the EU stands

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 22/08/2021

10. News stories
    

    World Humanitarian Day – No medals, no records, no podiums: Just saving lives

    On the 19th of August, we celebrate those who dedicate their time, effort and skills to others. Humanitarian workers may not be Olympic athletes, but on their working marathons, they often put their lives at stake to protect others. They thrive not to achieve the best time, but the most effective

    Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 19/08/2021

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