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Court of Justice of the European Union: Composition, Operation, Duties

The Court of Justice of the European Union is the European Union’s (EU) judicial arm and is based in Luxembourg. It ensures that EU law is applied uniformly across the bloc and resolves disputes between national governments and EU institutions.

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September 28, 2023 • LibertiesEU

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European Union Institutions: Roles, Duties, Operational Mechanisms

The European Union's framework is comprised of seven main institutions. Created by Article 13 of the Lisbon Treaty, collectively they form an integrated system that carries out the EU’s decision-making process and provides inter-institutional oversight.

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September 12, 2023 • LibertiesEU

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Liberties’ August Recap | Back-to-school Edition: Activism, Environmentalism & the Right to Privacy

A monthly round-up of Liberties' work: how not to talk about climate change, different types of activism, and why our right to privacy is more important than ever.

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September 04, 2023 • LibertiesEU

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Lithuanian social care system should prepare individuals to live outside of care homes

A recent report by the Lithuanian Ombudspersons' Office found that although living conditions are generally adequate in care homes in the country, the social care system is still plagued by many unaddressed problems.

September 01, 2023 • Human Rights Monitoring Institute

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Children's Rights Ombudsman Issues New Guidance to Ensure Rights of Unaccompanied Foreign Minors in Lithuania

The recommendations follow an investigation into possible violations of the rights of an unaccompanied foreign minor, which found that the State Border Guard Service did not comply with existing legislation.

August 23, 2023 • Human Rights Monitoring Institute

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What is Activism: Definition, Types, Role, Examples, Importance

From the 8-hour workday to women being able to vote, many of the rights and liberties we enjoy today weren't given to us voluntarily. Instead, we have activists to thank, who fought tooth and nail to challenge the status quo and demand social change.

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August 15, 2023 • LibertiesEU

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Public Statements of Lithuanian MP Žemaitaitis Were Recognised As Hate Speech

With antisemitism prevalent in Eastern Europe, HRMI was quick to assess public statements made by MP Remigijus Žemaitaitis about the Jewish community and recognise them as hate speech.

August 02, 2023 • Human Rights Monitoring Institute

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Liberties' July Recap | Is the EU Wearing Rose-Tinted Glasses? Gaps in Rule of Law Report, anti-SLAPP Directive and AI Act - this & more

A monthly round-up of Liberties' work: Staggering discrepancies in EU's Rule of Law Report, watered down anti-SLAPP directive & loopholes in AI Act leave human rights vulnerable.

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August 01, 2023 • LibertiesEU

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Civil Society Statement: Commissioner Breton Needs to Clarify Comments About the DSA Allowing for Platform Blocking

Open Letter to the EU Commission to confirm that in the EU arbitrary internet shutdown are not permitted under the Digital Services Act.

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July 26, 2023 • LibertiesEU

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Amendment Initiated Challenging Discriminatory Provision of Law Protecting Minors in Lithuania

Following a ruling by the ECtHr, an amendment has been initiated challenging provisions of the Law on the Protection of Minors from the Negative Effects of Public Information, which was found to be discriminatory against the LGBTQI+ community.

July 26, 2023 • Human Rights Monitoring Institute

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Lithuania Introduces New Tool to Prevent Domestic Violence

New amendments that entered into force at the beginning of July provide more protections for people who are at risk of domestic violence in Lithuania.

July 14, 2023 • Human Rights Monitoring Institute

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