23/10/2025
European Convention on Human Rights Exhibition and Panel at The Source
Discussion
An exhibition and panel discussion on the 75th Anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights
Date and time
Monday, October 27 · 7 - 9pm GMT
Location
The Source, Source Studios
Theatre Square, Stratford, E15 1BX
About this event:
This exhibition is on the 75th Anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights Council of Europe In 1949, in the aftermath of World War Il, the world yearned for peace like never before. The devastation of the war had made it clear that a new path forward was essential. In response, the nations of Europe came together to form the Council of Europe, with a shared mission to promote human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. This historic moment was solidified by the signing of the Treaty of London on 5th May 1949, marking a new era of cooperation and commitment to a more just and peaceful future.
The European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) signed in Rome on 4 November 1950, has been celebrated throughout 2025 with various international events, including the UK Parliament Members of the House of Commons and the House of Lords marking the anniversary in early 2025, celebrating the ECHR's role in protecting rights and its lasting contribution to British law, particularly through the Human Rights Act 1998.
Event Programme (may be subject to change):
19:00 Welcome and opening of the Exhibition (refreshments)
19:30 Open Conversation with invited guests: The Council of Europe and the role of the United Kingdom: 75 years since the signature of the Treaty in London. This will include representatives from the Council of Europe Advisory Council on Youth (2024/25), Newham Council, LBN's Youth Empowerment Service, and Compost
20:00 Q&A with the local community, youth representatives
20:30 Presentation of the exhibition "Human Rights Today” curated by WERestart Charity, including local and international artists
21:00 Closing remarks
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