On 8 September 2026, the Court and the European Committee of Social Rights will organise a joint event entitled A Conversation between the European Committee of Social Rights and the European Court of Human Rights, dedicated to the protection and advancement of fundamental human rights in Europe.

The event will bring together the President of the European Committee of Social Rights, Aoife Nolan, the President of the Court, Mattias Guyomar, as well as judges of the Court and members of the Committee.

Through two panel discussions, one on the rights of persons with disabilities and the other on gender equality, participants will explore the complementary roles of the European Convention on Human Rights and the European Social Charter, exchange views, and discuss current legal developments and challenges.

The in-person event will take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the René Cassin Room, Human Rights Building, Strasbourg. It is open to the public, subject to availability.

Prior registration is required by 4 September 2026 at 5 p.m. CET via [email protected].

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