People affected by environmental decisions should have a voice in shaping them. What could improve public participation, make the green transition fairer or ensure that future generations are considered? Share your ideas👇

📌 Ahead of #WorldMigratoryBirdDay 2026 on 10 October, we are reminded that birds know no borders, so neither should our commitment to protect them. 🎥 Watch our World Migratory Bird Day message on why every observation and contribution matters 👇

Today Latvia ratified the @coe Convention on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal Law, becoming the first country to do so. 🌍An important milestone in tackling environmental crime. 9 more ratifications to go. Congratulations to the Saeima for leading the way.

On 15 June, Montenegro signed the @coe Convention on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal Law. Montenegro’s signature reflects growing recognition that environmental protection is inseparable from safeguarding human rights, democracy, and the rule of law ⚖️🌱

🌍 On #WorldEnvironmentDay, we reflect on the need to protect our planet and the people who fight for it. This week in Strasbourg @coe hosted the first-ever European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders. Their protection is a core priority of the CoE Environment Strategy

At the Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders, participants are exploring ways to strengthen protection, participation, & environmental democracy across Europe. From policy gaps to access to justice, the goal is turning discussions into practical recommendations.

🌍🌿After months of preparation, the First European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders opens its doors! Over the next days, defenders, civil society, governments, European institutions & international orgs come together to share knowledge and tackle common challenges.

The agenda is set. #Strasbourg is ready. Starting tomorrow, the First European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders will bring together voices from across Europe to exchange experiences and help shape future recommendations. #Environment #HumanRights

The 1st European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders starts tomorrow in #Strasbourg. One key question: how can Europe strengthen protection for environmental defenders? 🛡️This is among the issues that will shape discussions throughout the Forum.

📊 1st European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders (3-4 June) in numbers: • 300+ participants • ~280 environmental HRDs & civil society reps • Reps from 46 CoE MS • European institutions & intl orgs Progress happens when defenders, institutions & governments unite.

🌿This week, 3–4 June, the first-ever European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders will bring people together to turn commitments on human rights and the #environment into real protections and meaningful action for environmental human rights defenders. #EHRDs

🌿The 1st European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders is happening 3-4 June! A space for #EnvironmentalDefenders & partners across Europe to exchange experiences, build connections & strengthen coordinated responses to shared challenges. #HumanRights #Environment

🌿Next week: 1st European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders Environmental defenders play an essential role in protecting human rights, democracy and the environment. Amid growing pressure and risks, the Forum will be a space to listen and strengthen collective action.

🌿"#BiodiversityDay is a moment to recognise that the future of our planet is shaped not only by global commitments but also by local actions." Read the full statement from the Chair of the @coe #BernConvention Standing Committee here: coe.int/en/web/bern-conventi…🌍 #EmeraldNetwork

Today in Chișinău, at the Ministerial Session of the @coe Committee of Ministers, Sweden signed the Council of Europe Convention on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal Law. A strong signal - and hopefully one that many others will soon follow. Bravo Sweden 🇸🇪👏