Today, on Human Rights Day, the European Centre for Minority Issues (ECMI) Kosovo would like to reiterate its unwavering support for the advancement of human rights and minority rights in Kosovo.

Kosovo maintains strong human rights legal framework (including at the constitutional level) adopted from international and regional human rights conventions. However, this legislation is not always adequately implemented, leading to the infringement of human rights of many citizens, particularly vulnerable and marginalised groups and individuals. The application of this framework remains ineffective for several reasons: a lack of awareness of human rights issues, limited communication and cooperation between actors, and an absence of resources and knowledge.