The implementation of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights at the local level remains a challenge. Local authorities must continue to work on its systematic implementation if they want to uphold their responsibility to protecting human rights.
The RIGHTSCITIES project is working to promote the European Union's Charter of Fundamental Rights at the local level. To achieve this, the EU's Fundamental Rights Agency (FRA) has developed a framework for Human Rights Cities in the EU, offering cities a practical guide to work locally with the Charter.
Being a Human Rights City means that a city is committed to respecting and protecting the rights of all its citizens. This includes rights like freedom of speech, equality, and access to education and healthcare.
Cities can achieve this status by working with local organisations and communities to identify human rights gaps are taking action to address these issues. The European Union's Fundamental Rights Agency has created a guide to help cities in this process.
The RIGHTSCITIES project is a collaboration between cities, universities, and civil society organisations. Through capacity-building activities, local assessments, and exchange of good practices, the project is empowering cities to take ownership of human rights implementation. By doing so, it promotes a more democratic, transparent, and accountable governance structure, where citizens' rights are at the forefront.
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