Category Archives: Justice & Fundamental Rights


Respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and human rights are the values on which the European Union is founded.
The Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU is the fundamental text of reference for Union policies and initiatives.
COMECE closely follows policies related to justice and fundamental rights in areas such as equality and non-discrimination, data protection, family matters, rights of the child, child protection and EU citizenship.
COMECE is of the view that fundamental rights must have a clear and objective concept of human dignity as their basis, that the focus must be on the ethical implications of EU policies and legislation, and that considerations must be given to the way these latter may impact on the activities of the Church.
COMECE is assisted in this mission by a Legal Affairs Commission.
Ethics, Research & Health, Justice & Fundamental Rights, Policy Areas, Press

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“Artificial Intelligence must serve the human person”, COMECE stresses at Article 17 TFEU Seminar

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) participated in the Article 17 TFEU Seminar, “Health and Well-being in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Communities Tackling Isolation and Digital Risks”, held at the European Parliament on 9 June 2026. Read Prof. Agius’ speech Hosted by MEP Antonella Sberna, Vice-President of the European Parliament and responsible for Article 17 of the Treaty on … Continue reading »

Justice & Fundamental Rights, Policy Areas, Press

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COMECE contributes to EU public consultation on the revision of the Audiovisual media services directive

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) has submitted its contribution to the European Commission’s consultation on the revision of the EU Audiovisual Media Services Directive. Published on Thursday, 4 June 2026, the document places particular emphasis on the protection of children in the digital environment, especially against exposure to violence and pornography. Read the Contribution The document highlights the risks … Continue reading »

Justice & Fundamental Rights, Policy Areas, Press

News

COMECE contributes to OSCE event on anti-Christian hate crimes in Europe

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) participated in the regional workshop on “Responding to anti-Christian hate crimes and addressing the security needs of Christian communities”, organised in Rome, Italy, by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) on 26-27 May 2026. The event brought together experts from multiple sectors, including actors committed to effective data collection in … Continue reading »

Ethics, Research & Health, Justice & Fundamental Rights, Policy Areas, Press

Invitation

European Parliament to host Article 17 Dialogue Seminar on “Health and well-being in the Age of AI” on Tuesday 9 June

The European Parliament will organise a dialogue seminar entitled “Health and well-being in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Communities tackling isolation and digital risks” on Tuesday, 9 June 2026 from 15.00 to 18.30 at the European Parliament in Brussels (Spinelli building, room 1E2). Participation in the seminar is open to the public. Participants holding a European Parliament access badge may attend directly. Those without an … Continue reading »

Justice & Fundamental Rights, Policy Areas, Press

Press Release

ART 17 TFEU | General Secretaries of EU Episcopates gather in Brussels and meet with EP Vice-President Sberna

The General Secretaries of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union gathered in Brussels on Tuesday, 12 May 2026, for their annual meeting organised by COMECE to discuss current issues concerning the Church and the European Union. The programme included a meeting at the European Parliament with Vice-President Antonella Sberna, responsible for the implementation of the Article 17 dialogue, as well as a reception by … Continue reading »