Council of Europe
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- About the Council of Europe
- Overview and short history of the Council of Europe, along with key dates and an explanation of what’s what, i.e. the responsibilities of different EU institutions and departments.
- http://www.coe.int/aboutCoe/default.asp [EN][FR][DE][IT][RU][SL][TR][UK]
- Council of Europe portal
- Find here the latest news involving the Council of Europe and world events, plus links to everything else on the portal: event and issue files, links to different departments, general information, documentary searches, newsletter, priority projects, and information in the fields of human rights, education, culture, environment, youth, social issues and more.
- http://www.coe.int/ [EN][FR][DE][IT][RU]
- Directorate of Youth and Sport
- Provides funding and educational support for international youth activities. Find links to youth-related sites, information on funding possibilities, and details on activities run by the European Youth Centres.
- http://www.coe.int/t/dg4/youth/default_en.asp [EN][FR]
- European Court of Human Rights
- Ensures that states observe their obligations according to the European Convention on Human Rights. Here you can find general information, pending cases, judgements and decisions plus the European Convention on Human Rights in 31 languages.
- http://www.echr.coe.int/echr/Homepage_EN [EN][FR]
- IATE database
- This is a single database for all EU-related terminology (InterActiveTerminology for Europe). It enables users to search for a specific term in a source language and find the corresponding terms in one or more target languages.
- http://iate.europa.eu [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][GA][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- Council of Europe intercultural dialogue web site
- This is the new website of the Council of Europe on intercultural dialogue within Europe and between Europe and its neighbouring regions. It explores the concept of intercultural dialogue, presents the “White Paper on Intercultural Dialogue” and gives examples of best practice.
- http://www.coe.int/t/dg4/intercultural/default_en.asp [EN][FR]
- European Agenda
- This website gives information on European events, news and job opportunities. Don’t forget to subscribe to the newsletter.
- http://www.europeanagenda.eu/ [EN]
European news
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- EUobserver.com
- You can find here daily EU-related headline news corresponding to the headlines of the major national newspapers in Europe. Subscribe to their newsletter for free.
- http://euobserver.com/ [EN]
- Euractiv
- Euractiv covers EU News, policy positions and opinions & analysis. You can read daily news on European Union policies. If you want to know more about a subject, have a look at the policy dossiers.
- http://www.euractiv.com [EN][FR]
- European Voice
- Independent news from across the EU, in-depth special reports and features, profiles of leading European figures, readers’ opinions and more can be found in this online newsletter.
- http://www.europeanvoice.com/ [EN]
- What’s new on Europa
- This site offers a daily selection of the latest features and documents available on the EU websites. It also provides direct links to the "What's new?" sections of the websites of the European institutions and agencies. Archives from 1997 onwards.
- http://europa.eu/geninfo/whatsnew.htm [EN]
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European Union
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- Alphabetical index of the European Commission
- This list, organised by subject, will help you find your way around the Europa server. Each subject brings you straight to the website of the appropriate Directorate General.
- http://ec.europa.eu/atoz_en.htm [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- Glossary of the European Union
- Check out this list of European words and find explanations and links to further information.
- http://europa.eu/scadplus/glossary/index_en.htm [DA][NL][EN][FI][FR][DE][EL][IT][PT][ES][SV]
- Summaries of EU legislation
- This site gives a summary of the main legislative measures and procedures for each of the activities of the European Union. Fact sheets and guides provide practical information on your rights and opportunities within the European Union.
- http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/index.htm [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][GA][IT][LV][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- Search engine of the Europa server
- This tool on the Europa server allows you to do free text search. To get good results read the instructions first. You will find out, for example, that you should not use capitals in your search!
- http://europa.eu/geninfo/query/search_en.html [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][GA][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- The European Union at a glance
- This page provides basic information about the European Union and links to more detailed information. This page gives you a general overview of institutions, history, treaties, key figures, maps, etc.
- http://europa.eu/abc/index_en.htm [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][GA][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- EuropaGo
- Discover more about Europe and your European neighbours through a set of fun and educational online games available in 11 languages. Test your knowledge of European culture, history, geography and much more. Don’t forget to register if you want to save your scores and enjoy the challenge!
- http://europa.eu/europago/ [DA][NL][EN][FI][FR][DE][EL][IT][PT][ES][SV]
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Info sources about Europe
- Find here short but clear information and links on how the EU works, the institutions, enlargement etc.
- A to Z index to EU websites: a useful tool from the EU delegation to the USA
- This index is a guide to information on the website of the European Commission Delegation in Washington D.C., as well as to all of the websites of the European Union's institutions and specialised agencies in Europe.
- http://www.eurunion.org/infores/euindex.htm [EN]
- Contact the European Commission
- Do you want to contact the European Commission? This is a very useful electronic directory of the European institutions.
- http://ec.europa.eu/contact/index_en.htm [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][GA][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- Europe Direct
- Europe Direct is a service to help you find answers to your questions about the European Union. It offers a free telephone number, a direct response service via e-mail, and links to information and advice facilities at national, regional and local levels.
- http://ec.europa.eu/europedirect/ [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][GA][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- “EUABC”: An EU dictionary for Internet users
- It provides concise explanations of terms used in the EU debate with lots of useful links. It includes many terms related to matters of political tension, controversy and debate.
- http://en.euabc.com/ [BG][CA][HR][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][IS][GA][IT][LV][LT][MK][MT][NO][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV][TR]
- Blogs of the European Commissioners
- Have you ever thought of talking directly with one of the EU Commissioners? If so, this is your chance. From the European Commission blogs website you can read the views of some EU Commissioners on a wide variety of topics affecting Europe.
Communicate directly by posting comments on their articles, and get to know more about them, their job and their aims.
- http://blogs.ec.europa.eu [EN]
- EU Tube: Sharing the sights and sounds of Europe
- Find out more about European actions and results.
- http://www.youtube.com/eutube [EN][FR][DE]
- ePractice.eu
- This European Commission portal offers a new service for the professional community of eGovernment, eInclusion and eHealth practitioners.
- http://www.epractice.eu/index.php?page=home [EN]
- Eurypedia
- Specific information and analyses of national education systems and policies across Europe.
- https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/fpfis/mwikis/eurydice/index.php/Main_Page [EN]
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European portals
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- European Commission: Culture
- This portal highlights the variety and scale of the EU's cultural activities. Also some information about community action: cultural cooperation, funding for cultural facilities and international cooperation.
- http://ec.europa.eu/culture/index_en.htm [EN][FR][DE]
- Your Europe: On-line EU and national public services
- Planning to move to another EU country? Read all the necessary information related to working, studying, travelling and trade within the EU. Find brochures and links that will help you to plan your trip.
- http://ec.europa.eu/youreurope/ [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- e-Learning portal
- This portal gathers information on the use of multimedia technologies and the Internet for education, training and lifelong learning in Europe. It is open to all the relevant people and communities involved in education for sharing experiences, disseminating projects and discussing ideas.
- http://www.elearningeuropa.info [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- EURES: The European Job Mobility Portal
- Thinking about a change in career or in pursuing some training activities? This portal provides information on job opportunities throughout the European Economic Area and the possibility for job seekers to post their CVs online. Learn about the living and working conditions, labour market developments, and on education and training opportunities.
- http://ec.europa.eu/eures/ [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][IS][GA][IT][LV][LT][MT][NO][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- EUR-Lex: The access to European Union law
- The EUR-Lex website is the single entry point to the complete collections of EU legal texts in all the official languages. It provides direct access to all official documents and institutional documentary sources such as the Official Journal, the Treaties and Community legislation.
- http://eur-lex.europa.eu/ [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][GA][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- IDEA: Electronic Directory of the European Institutions
- Looking for a specific person or department in the European Union? Search by person, organisational entity or hierarchy in the electronic directory of the European Institutions and find the contact information you need.
- http://europa.eu/whoiswho/public/ [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][GA][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- European Union – External Action
- This is the external relations portal on Europa server. It provides comprehensive and user-friendly access to information about the European Union’s external relations policies.
- http://eeas.europa.eu/index_en.htm [EN][FR][DE]
- Environment for Young Europeans
- The European Commission created this site for young people interested in environmental issues. It focuses on four themes which the European Union has decided to concentrate on for the next 10 years: air, water, waste and nature. Have a look at the interactive section, which includes adventure games, or get involved in some of the proposed experiments and projects.
- http://ec.europa.eu/environment/youth/index_en.html [CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][SK][SL][ES][SV]
- Key facts and figures about the European Union
- Find out more about the habits and characteristics of the various countries of the EU. Using a variety of charts and graphs, this site compares the EU as a whole and its member states (present and future) with other major economies on different issues. It is also available as a printed booklet.
- http://europa.eu/abc/keyfigures/index_en.htm [BG][CS][DA][NL][EN][ET][FI][FR][DE][EL][HU][GA][IT][LV][LT][MT][PL][PT][RO][SK][SL][ES][SV]
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Youth Programme