Overview
All OSCE countries have recognized that lasting security can only be achieved through strong democratic institutions and respect for human rights. The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) works to assist the 57 participating States in implementing their commitments to strengthen democratic institutions, abide by the rule of law, ensure full respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms and promote tolerance throughout the diverse societies of our region.
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News and activities
Current announcements, press releases, media advisories and other updates
Meetings and events
Upcoming conferences, meetings and training events
Crimes against Ukrainian civilians in occupied territory: Applying international law in domestic trials
Human rights in policing assemblies: Training for Armenian police commanders
Electoral recommendations: The role of civil society
Regional forum: Strengthening youth political participation
Open call for young leaders: ODIHR Regional Youth Forum
Call for Applications: 2026 Roma Leadership Academy “Nicolae Gheorghe”
Rule of law: Developments and trends in Central Europe
Judicial independence in administrative justice: Regional expert meeting
Call for applications: Risk management training for human rights defenders in the Western Balkans
Apply by 15 October for ODIHR’s training for young human rights defenders in the Western Balkans, Sarajevo, 30 November–2 December 2026. Costs covered.
Connecting the Dots: International Conference on Anti-Corruption in a Changing World
Elections
Upcoming elections in the OSCE area
Recent elections reports
Recent publications
Democracy and Human Rights in the OSCE. The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights Annual Report 2025
The Death Penalty in the OSCE Area. Background Paper 2026
Surveillance of peaceful assemblies in the OSCE region: human rights implications and strategies for independent monitoring
ODIHR’s Work on Migrant Integration
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