The Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 starts today. As it commits to an autonomous union of values leaving no one behind, FRA looks forward to supporting Cyprus with its evidence-based advice. See: https://link.europa.eu/KDhTB7

What’s your New Year’s Resolution? Promoting & respecting #HumanRights? At EU Fundamental Rights ➡️ #HumanRights#HumanRights?#HumanRightse’ll keep supporting the EU & Member States with evidence & advice on issues such as gender-based violence, antiracism & digitalisation... Stay tuned.

Home should always be a safe place. But for many women, it isn’t. We need to shift attitudes and end violence so that every woman can live safely, with dignity and respect. Read about the EU gender-based violence survey from Eurostat, FRA and EIGE: https://link.europa.eu/jWTbrM

✨ Season’s Greetings from all of us at FRA! As it is the season of giving, it is the time for: 👐fairness, ⚖️justice, 🕊️peace, 👍safety, 🤝respect 😃happiness! Here’s looking to a Europe of dignity, freedom, equality and solidarity for everyone in 2026.

📣 Job alert! The @fra.europa.eu in Vienna is looking for an #InternalSecurity Analyst. 🔍Drive research on law enforcement, cybercrime, terrorism, harmful content online & fundamental rights. 📅Apply by 16 Jan 2026, 13:00 CET ➡️https://fra.gestmax.eu/851/1/internal-security-analyst

📢 What does our latest annual update of forced return monitoring reveal? ⚠️Migrant returns operations are on the rise but national monitoring is falling behind. Sustained robust monitoring is vital to uphold migrants’ #FundamentalRights. 👉🏼For more see: link.europa.eu/MFBnb6

Today's #MigrantsDay is a reminder that the responses to migration-related issues must never overshadow the human reality. FRA underlines how EU countries can deal with the instrumentalisation of migrants in a way that respects fundamental rights. ➡️ https://europa.eu/!8QWdt9

AI is transforming our societies, but in sensitive areas like recruitment or social benefits, fundamental rights may be at risk. A FRA report highlights challenges to rights from high-risk #AI systems & outlines how to protect them while supporting innovation. See 🔗 https://link.europa.eu/KVQ4p3

What are the #HumanRights risks of climate change? A new @fra.europa.eu / European Court of Human Rights factsheet explains, and shares case law examples from the EU Court of Justice and the European Court of Human Rights. Read more 🔗 link.europa.eu/ynhhGy

Living in an institution should not mean a life without dignity. Yet, for many people with disabilities it still means isolation, neglect and even abuse. FRA’s report calls for urgent action: rights must be guaranteed. Learn more: link.europa.eu/RKvmCB

At the EU NGO Human Rights Forum @fra.europa.eu spoke of the need to address intersectionality as overlapping grounds of discrimination amplify exclusion. FRA called for prioritising data, tools, and partnerships to tackle intersectional discrimination.

That’s a wrap on the 3rd #EUCharterXchange! We examined: 🔹Charter’s right to a remedy 🔹Climate litigation 🔹 Enlargement & candidate country experiences 🔹 Disability rights 🔹 #FundamentalRights in digital services & #AI impact assessments Thanks to all contributors!

The EU’s Fundamental Rights Charter continues to guide & strengthen #FundamentalRights protection across the EU, says @fra.europa.eu Director Sirpa Rautio at today’s #EUCharter25 anniversary event. For more see: link.europa.eu/hBWhwY

🕊️ Today, on International #HumanRightsDay, EU Justice and Home Affairs Agencies stand firm in their commitment to #HumanRights. We work to protect and promote dignity and equality for everyone, everywhere. #StandUp4HumanRights

🔜 Day 2 of the Annual EU CharterXchange event starts today at 10 CET! Experts continue their discussions on how the EU's #FundamentalRights Charter is applied. The focus today is disability, AI systems and digital services. Find out more: link.europa.eu/4g7Gvg

Human rights must not be an afterthought! FRA's new report finds that few EU countries have guidelines to assess #HumanRights impacts when implementing EU law. Amid EU efforts to simplify laws & regulations, we call for stronger fundamental rights safeguards. See: link.europa.eu/98CPYV

🔜 Day 1 of the Annual EU CharterXchange event starts today at 9.30 CET! Experts to discuss how the EU's #FundamentalRights Charter is applied. The focus today is justice, environment and enlargement. Find out more: link.europa.eu/4g7Gvg

Hyvää Itsenäisyyspäivää, Happy Independence Day, Finland. 🇫🇮 🇪🇺 Join us in wishing our Finnish friends, colleagues and stakeholders a great national day! Check out our #FundamentalRights data explorer to find out more about rights in Finland: https://europa.eu/!vnTpvw

The EU JHA Agencies met in Vienna to reflect on joint achievements and align future cooperation. Marking the 25th anniversary of the EU Charter, they pledged to intensify efforts to uphold and promote fundamental rights in all their activities. See more: link.europa.eu/dTNwfy

🚨 High-risk #AI can impact #FundamentalRights in areas like education, jobs & social benefits. Stronger assessments & oversight are needed to protect people & foster innovation. Our latest report shows how! 🔗 See: link.europa.eu/KVQ4p3

Today we mark International #DisabilityDay. Let’s work together to foster disability-inclusive societies, remove barriers and ensure equal opportunities for all. A just, inclusive and equitable EU is within reach. It's time to make it real. #IDPD #EveryoneIncluded

The Annual EU CharterXchange event gathers experts to discuss how the EU's #FundamentalRights Charter is applied. This special edition celebrates the Charter's 25th anniversary, organised by @fra.europa.eu with the @ec.europa.eu. 📅8-9 December ✍🏽Register here: link.europa.eu/4g7Gvg

What were the @fra.europa.eu highlights from November? 🌟Taking a rights-based approach to digitalising justice 🌟Tackling violence against people with disabilities in institutions 🌟Navigating human rights protection in Europe 🌟A reception for FRA’s Brussels Liaison Office

At the EU Criminal Justice High-Level Forum, FRA Director Sirpa Rautio welcomed discussions during the 4 meetings. FRA’s expertise and evidence can continue to inform the future of EU criminal justice, including in response to emerging threats and developments. 🔗https://link.europa.eu/4dn9rJ

🇪🇺 Happy national day, 🇷🇴 Romania! La mulți ani, România! Join us in wishing our Romanian friends, colleagues and stakeholders a great national day! Check out our #FundamentalRights data explorer to find out more about rights in Romania: europa.eu/!vnTpvw

📌 Next week (1-2.12) in Petitions' Committee: ▶️Annual Workshop on The Rights of Persons with Disabilities, with @ombudsman.europa.eu, @fra.europa.eu, @myedf.bsky.social, among others. 👇For more information: europarl.europa.eu/committees/e... 🧵1/4

⚖️ Justice professionals & technical experts interviewed by FRA broadly support digitalisation to increase efficiency and close gaps in access to justice. However, they also acknowledge there are #FundamentalRights risks. Find out more: https://link.europa.eu/DwVjXY

Happy Independence Day, Albania🎉 Wishing our Albanian friends, colleagues and stakeholders a great national day. See also our #RightsReport2025 opinions on fundamental rights challenges & achievements in Albanian. 🔗https://link.europa.eu/HMftbM#RightsReport2025

Over 1.4 million people with disabilities in the EU live in institutions. Many face neglect, abuse, and even violence. The latest report from @fra.europa.eu shows how we can change this. Find out more: fra.europa.eu/en/news/2025...

🚨 1 in 3 women in Europe experienced violence. On the International Day for Eliminating Violence against Women, EU Justice & Home Affairs Agencies reaffirm that every woman & girl deserves to live free from violence & fear online & offline. 🟠 #OrangeTheWorld to #SayNoStopVAW

🚨1 in 3 women face gender-based violence. From physical & sexual violence to online hate & cyberharassment – it’s all around us, but it doesn’t have to be. We must prioritise prevention, strengthen legal protection & support survivors. 🟠 #OrangeTheWorld to #SayNoStopVAW

🧭 FRA launches its new Human Rights Structures Navigator! A one-stop-shop of all major #HumanRights EU & candidate countries structures & mechanisms. 🔎 Explore mandates, legal foundations & more - supporting practitioners & stakeholders navigate human rights protection. See: link.europa.eu/TMbw4M

From online hate to violence against women and threats to democracy, fundamental rights are under pressure. What is happening to rights in the EU – and why does it matter for all of us? Watch the video and learn more. 🇪🇺

⚠️CLOSING SOON 📢 FRA is hiring a Budget Officer in Vienna! Help us manage EU funds and support #FundamentalRights. 🗓️ Apply by 27 Nov 2025 🔗https://fra.gestmax.eu/848/1/budget-officer

FRA Director Sirpa Rautio & EESC President Séamus Boland signed an agreement enabling the @eesc.bsky.social to join FRA’s Fundamental Rights Platform as an observer. A key and timely step in strengthening #CivilSociety support & engagement in line with the EU's new Civil Society Strategy.

EU, #CivilSociety & international partners gathered for the launch of FRA's Brussels Liaison Office. Discussions focused on the need to strengthen democracy, #CivicSpace & trust in institutions. We look forward to working with partners to build a stronger, more inclusive Europe.

Positive meeting between FRA Director Sirpa Rautio & EU Commissioner Dubravka Suica, part of a series of high-level @ec.europa.eu talks. She highlighted FRA's breadth of work, expertise and evidence that can assist the EU with its Mediterranean Pact & Demography Toolbox

FRA Director Sirpa Rautio signs cooperation agreements with our valued partner, the @eeanorwaygrants.bsky.social. It will allow FRA to continue its work on key #HumanRights initiatives covered by the Grants. With the Grants we will work hand-in-hand to advance rights across Europe.

Priecīgu Neatkarības dienu, Latvija! 🇱🇻 Happy Independence Day, Latvia🎉 Did you know 85% of people in Latvia consider #HumanRights are important for creating a fairer society? Wishing our Latvian friends, colleagues and stakeholders a great national day.

🕊️ The Annual EU CharterXchange event gathers experts to discuss the application of the Fundamental Rights Charter. This special edition celebrates its 25th anniversary, organised by @fra.europa.eu with @eu2025dk.bsky.social / @ec.europa.eu. ✍🏽Register here: link.europa.eu/4g7Gvg

Human rights are at the heart of the EU 💙. The EU has enshrined these rights in its #FundamentalRights Charter. But even with this strong foundation, protecting & putting these rights in practice is challenging. On International Tolerance Day, help make rights a reality for EVERYONE in the EU🤝

Did you know over 1 in 5 people in the EU are at risk of poverty / social exclusion? For the @ec.europa.eu's call for evidence for its 1st anti-poverty strategy, we highlight what needs to be done, drawing on work from @fra.europa.eu. 👉See: link.europa.eu/bBjvb3

⚖️ Digitalising justice can enhance efficiency and access to justice, but robust fundamental right protection is crucial to ensure equal access for all. This calls for: ✅Safeguards ✅Stakeholder consultations ✅Non-digital channels ✅Training See: link.europa.eu/PgNv67

Today’s annual dialogue between @fra.europa.eu & @eeanorwaygrants.bsky.social showcased how their joint actions serve the promotion and protection of #FundamentalRights. They agreed to continue their close cooperation on advancing rights across Europe.

📢 @fra.europa.eu is hiring a Budget Officer in Vienna! Help us manage EU funds and support #FundamentalRights. 🗓️ Apply by 27 Nov 2025 🔗https://fra.gestmax.eu/848/1/budget-officer

Wszystkiego najlepszego w dniu Święta Niepodległości, Polsko! Happy National Day, #Poland 🇵🇱🇪🇺! Wishing our Polish friends, colleagues, and supporters a great national day. Did you know that many @fra.europa.eu publications are also in Polish? 🔗https://link.europa.eu/G8QVky

🕊️ The @fra.europa.eu Charter Case Law Database provides an overview of rulings by the EU's Court of Justice and their impact on people’s fundamental rights. Explore the database: link.europa.eu/V4NF3r

87 years ago, the Pogrom Night against Jews of 1938 marked a dark chapter in history. With antisemitism on the rise, the past is a strong reminder to act in the face of all forms of hate and violence. #NeverAgain

Speaking at today’s Democracy & Rights conference, @fra.europa.eu Director Sirpa Rautio underlined how the EU’s Civil Society Strategy is a chance to ensure that defenders of rights and values can work safely, sustainably, and meaningfully. See: link.europa.eu/bXKHtH

At the @eu2025dk.bsky.social disability event, FRA's Sirpa Rautio spoke of the need to match political commitments and obligations to deinstitutionalisation with real action, through DI strategies, greater cooperation locally & nationally, & better community services. See: link.europa.eu/FpBy78