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Liberties Recap 2025/4

A monthly round-up of Liberties' work: Our Media Freedom Report hit the stands, and we co-hosted an event with the UN reflecting on six years of rule of law reports. Plus why Hungary’s biometric surveillance violates the AI Act.

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May 07, 2025 • LibertiesEU

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Protests Over Cost-Of-Living Crisis, Journalist Targeted By Cyber Attack

On 20th June 2022, when approximately 70,000 workers marched through Brussels demanding the government take action to combat rising living costs.

#CivicusReport

August 01, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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What is Freedom of Information: Main Function, Importance, Act Request Guide

Freedom of information is recognised by the United Nations as a fundamental right which obligates the state to share information with citizens that is of public interest. It improves transparency, accountability and increases citizen engagement.

#DemandingOnDemocracy , free speech

July 29, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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What are Civil Rights: Definition, Origins, Movements, Present Situation

Civil rights guarantee equal treatment under the law, regardless of a persons characteristics. Although the scope of these rights have become more inclusive over time, the majority of countries actively deny civil rights to some minority group.

#MeAndMyRights , #HumanRightsUnderCorona

July 27, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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What is Freedom of Assembly: Definition, Importance, Limitations

One of liberal democracy’s most coveted tenets, freedom of assembly and its protection is at the forefront of civil rights movements worldwide. However, like many others, this civil right is not always fully supported or guaranteed by our governments.

#DemandingOnDemocracy , #WeDecide

July 26, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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Pegasus Spyware Used Against Catalan Separatist Figures, Journalists and Activists

Nearly 30 organisations, including Rights International Spain, rejected the use of Pegasus software in Spain after confirmation that they have been spied on.

July 20, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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The EU Commission's 3rd Rule of Law Report: Progress, But More Action Needed

The EU Commission's third annual rule of law report auditing the health of democracy in Europe has just been published. Positive developments such as the inclusion of country recommendations are welcome, but the EU shouldn't shy away from concrete action

#RoLReport2022 , #DemandingOnDemocracy

July 14, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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Protests for Migrant Rights; Positive Move in Press Freedom Index

Around a dozen demonstrators staged a protest outside the Lithuanian government’s office in Vilnius over the country’s policies on migrants and asylum seekers.

July 14, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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What is the Crisis Response Mechanism and How Does it Work?

It might feel like we jump from one crisis to another these days, and it’s important that our leaders are able to respond to each one effectively. That’s why the European Union created the crisis response mechanism.

#DemandingOnDemocracy

July 08, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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What is Racism? What Is The Situation in Germany and How Do We Stop It?

Racism is a problem for society as a whole that affects millions of people worldwide in different ways. It is embedded and perpetuated through our social systems, as well as on an individual level. So what should we do about it?

#DemandingOnDemocracy , #MeAndMyRights

July 01, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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Protests For Academic Freedom Met With Excessive Force, Journalist Under Surveillance

On 3rd June 2022, a large group of students forced their way into the administrative office of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

June 30, 2022 • LibertiesEU

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