Europe Archives - The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Sweden Could Be Better at Including Roma

In 2020, the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) released a report on Roma’s social situation and experiences of discrimination in six countries (Belgium, France, Ireland, the Netherlands, Sweden and United Kingdom) – “Roma and Travelers in six countries”. … Continue reading » “Sweden Could Be Better at Including Roma”

Director Morten Kjærum appointed

Morten Kjærum, Director of The Raoul Wallenberg Institute, has been appointed to the group of high-level experts working on The European Social Charter.

Kjærum is appointed by Marija Pejčinović Burić, Secretary General of the Council of Europe. The high-level … Continue reading » “Director Morten Kjærum appointed”

New Human Rights Cities Network Launched

The Human Rights Cities Network will mark the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by launching their online platform to the public today.

The network aims to provide a place for people to connect and promotes the … Continue reading » “New Human Rights Cities Network Launched”

Meet Amelie Sällfors

Originally from Sweden, Amelie Sällfors lived abroad in the US at various points growing up due to her father’s job. She credits him for encouraging her desire to travel and interact with different people and cultures across the globe. … Continue reading » “Meet Amelie Sällfors”