Fundamental rights forum 2021 - October 11-12

Dear I-Contact students,

here below the message of the forum organising team:

Dear Friends,

The Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 is the most significant periodic human rights event in the European Union. From 11 to 12 October 2021, this leading human rights event will take place in the Vienna City Hall and online.

This year, the Forum is all about looking forward towards a vision of hope – something we all need after a year of a global Coronavirus pandemic.

It will bring together people from very diverse backgrounds – the thought leaders, decision makers, civil society, artists, businesses, young people, faith and non-confessional communities and many more.

Its outcomes will feed into major EU and global debates on human rights that will shape our future.

This year, we are organising a hybrid event – offering the best of in-person and online events. It will be broadcasted live from Vienna City Hall and five other European cities – Strasbourg, Geneva, Warsaw, Ljubljana and Oslo. 

By giving online audiences across Europe and the world access to the atmosphere and energy of live debates, the Forum can inspire in ways that a purely virtual event just cannot.

An integral part of the Forum are performances by musicians, poets, comedians, and artists. The Forum will host dozens of live art performances, highlighting the unique connection between art and human rights.

Do you want to be part of the biggest human rights event in Europe this year?

Do you want to make a difference for the protection of human rights in the EU?

Then join the Forum! Browse the Forum Programme and Register for your sessions now. 

We look forward to seeing you in Vienna or online on 11 and 12 October 2021! Follow #RightsForum21!

The Fundamental Rights Forum 2021 Team