These relate in particular to denial of genocide, glorification of war criminals and attempts to rehabilitate persons involved in crimes committed during the 1990s’ wars. What is more, divisions have been exacerbated by World War II- related historical revisionism, inflammatory discourse by certain political leaders, and persisting ethnic segregation in education. More...
In a report published today, MONEYVAL says that the Andorran authorities have acquired a reasonably comprehensive understanding of the money laundering and terrorism financing risks faced by the country. It however calls for a clear political oversight to be put in place in order to monitor the implementation of the action plans adopted to mitigate those risks. More...
The Council of Europe and the European Union have presented results for their joint projects in the six Eastern Partnership countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Republic of Moldova, Ukraine and Belarus. The projects, conducted under the Partnership for Good Governance initiative, were aimed at protecting human rights, promoting democratic governance and rule of law. More...
The success of the European Year of Cultural Heritage depends on the cooperation of our partners, who work closely with the European Union to organise and promote the year. More...
Download resources including the visual identity, factsheets and different toolkits.
At the disposal of anyone who would like to promote the European Year of Cultural Heritage 2018, all materials are provided royalty free for 2018. More...
Links to national websites to find out what's happening near you. More...
The year belongs to all to experience, appreciate, and enjoy cultural heritage. Everyone is invited to join the thousands of activities taking place across Europe. See highlights of the events in store below. You can find all events by visiting your country's website. More...
Throughout 2018, we will celebrate our diverse cultural heritage across Europe - at EU, national, regional and local level. The aim of the European Year of Cultural Heritage is to encourage more people to discover and engage with Europe's cultural heritage, and to reinforce a sense of belonging to a common European space. The slogan for the year is: Our heritage: where the past meets the future. More...
Two countries, two cities - Valetta and Leeuwarden-Fryslân - during 2018 they both hold the title European Capital of Culture. The opening celebrations take place in January 2018.
The people of Valletta will come together as a community, accompanied by music, acrobatics, contemporary dance, digital projections, video art, choral symphony and much more. The European Capital of Culture 2018 celebrations begin on January the 14th, culminating in the opening ceremony on the 20th of January, during which Valletta will officially receive this prestigious title. Read more about Valletta, European Capital of Culture 2018. More...
Kőszeg has a rich cultural history, with nearby landmarks including the Fertő/Neusiedlersee Cultural Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Pan-European Picnic Park, a European Heritage Label site, where the Iron Curtain first came down in 1989. The 4 day event that takes place from the 23rd to the 26th of March 2018 aims to reflect upon the diversity and unity of Europe; as experienced in our past, as envisioned in our future and its current place in our cultural identity. More...
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