Brussels, Belgium, 18 November 2024 – The European Network Against Racism (ENAR) has joined 28 organisations to warn that the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum risks failing to protect unaccompanied children at Europe’s borders. While the recent EU Pact contains a number of safeguards to protect unaccompanied children, in reality it’s likely to put […] The post JOINT ANALYSIS: The Rights of Unaccompanied Children at EU Borders under the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum appeared first on European Network Against Racism ..read more

Brussels, Belgium, 6 November 2024 – Poland will temporarily bar refugees from claiming asylum in the country after crossing the border from neighbouring Belarus, amid warnings that Russia and its allies are using migrants to try to destabilise the EU.  The European Network Against Racism (ENAR) joins over 60 organisations and ten MEPs in calling on […] The post 64 organizations and ten MEPs call on Von der Leyen to block Polish asylum suspension appeared first on European Network Against Racism ..read more

On 15 October, Cyprus saw the first hearing in a disturbing legal case against Doros Polykarpou, a longstanding human rights defender and recent award recipient. The charges—allegedly for misdemeanours such as illegal entry, insult, and assault—carry a possible sentence of up to 3 years in prison. ENAR warns that these charges are part of a […] The post Human Rights Under Fire: The Case Against Activist Doros Polykarpou appeared first on European Network Against Racism ..read more

For Immediate Release   Brussels, Belgium – September 25, 2024 – The European Network Against Racism (ENAR) is proud to announce the launch of its latest report, Europe’s Original Sin: White Supremacy, Colonialism, and the Contemporary Racial Wealth Gap. This pivotal report sheds light on the deep-seated legacies of European colonialism and white supremacy, exposing the […] The post Europe’s Original Sin: New ENAR Report Confronts Colonial Legacies and Demands Reparations for the Racial Wealth Gap  appeared first on European Network Against Racism ..read more

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Brussels, 23 September 2024 – The European Union’s latest policy direction, as revealed in the list of Commissioners-Designate and their mission letters, signals a stark commitment to a “Fortress Europe.” This strategic direction further prioritises defense and security at the expense of social rights and equality, deepening the continent’s internal divisions and marginalising vulnerable communities. […] The post New Commission, Same Story: Europe’s Security Obsession Overshadows Rights appeared first on European Network Against Racism ..read more

19 September 2024 – Kim Smouter-Umans, ENAR Executive Director, is announced as 2024-2025 Obama Foundation Leader. Today, ENAR Executive Director Kim Smouter-Umans announced that he is among 205 leaders selected to join the Obama Foundation Leaders program. The program trains participants around the world in leadership development and civic engagement to help build their skills […] The post ENAR Director Announced as Obama Leader appeared first on European Network Against Racism ..read more

Brussels, Belgium – 10 September 2024 For 25 years, ENAR has committed to combating racism, discrimination, and upholding human rights as the cornerstone of our advocacy work. The foundation of our organisation stands on the pillars of fostering dialogue, inclusivity, and solidarity among diverse communities across Europe and beyond. The strength of our Network has […] The post CEJI’s departure from the ENAR network appeared first on European Network Against Racism ..read more

11 September 2024 – As we enter the new mandate, 40 human rights and civil society organisations call on the newly-elected MEPs and their political groups to support the re-establishment of the European Parliament Anti-racism and Diversity Intergroup.   Read the statement: Signed by: European Network Against Racism (ENAR) Platform for International Cooperation on Undocumented […] The post JOINT STATEMENT: Re-establish the Anti-racism and Diversity Intergroup of the European Parliament   appeared first on European Network Against Racism ..read more

ENAR is hiring a Donor Relations Officer (DRO) to Join our Finance and Administration team. We are looking to you, in short, to help us fund a movement that champions systemic change.  The Finance and Administration team is responsible for the organisation’s financial and programme management. To help us achieve our work, the Donor Relations […] The post ENAR is recruiting a Donor Relations Officer appeared first on European Network Against Racism ..read more