Serbia

Negotiations for Serbia to join the European Union officially began in January 2014, yet little substantive progress has been made towards accession, or actual democratisation. Moreover, the situation has deteriorated in recent years especially regarding the freedom of expression, independent regulatory bodies and judicial reform. The situation for minorities also remains precarious.

News from Serbia

Serbia’s Draft Law on Internal Affairs Undermines Human Rights

  • News, Serbia
  • 22 September 2021

Civil Rights Defenders calls on Serbia’s authorities to refrain from adopting the current version of…

Belgrade Pride Held Under Slogan ‘Love is Law’, EuroPride 2022 Awaits

  • News, Serbia
  • 15 September 2021

Belgrade Pride was held on Saturday 18th September in the Serbian capital, which served as a prelude…

Serbia’s Anti-Discrimination Ruling in Favour of “Impuls” is Important Step for Respect of Human Rights

  • Serbia, Statements
  • 16 April 2021

Civil Rights Defenders welcomes the verdict of the High Court in Novi Pazar, Serbia to adopt a lawsu…
Belgrade Pride

Serbia is Ready for Law on Same Sex Union, Poll Finds Strong Support for LGBTI+ Rights

  • News, Serbia
  • 2 April 2021

In supporting the development of the Law on Same-Sex Union in Serbia, Civil Rights Defenders is publ…
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