Nomination of an Irish member to the Council of Europe (CoE) European Commission against Racism and Intolerance
Minister of State Colm Brophy is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced persons for consideration for appointment as the Irish member on the Council of Europe's European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI).
The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance is a Council of Europe body entrusted with the task of combating racism, xenophobia, antisemitism and intolerance in greater Europe and from the perspective of the protection of human rights.
ECRI co-operates with the authorities of Council of Europe member states, independent authorities responsible for action against racism and intolerance at national level (equality bodies), relevant international organisations, such as the European Union, the United Nations and the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) and civil society actors.
This position is for a five year period commencing in the summer of 2026. The appointment may be renewed. The closing date for expressions of interest is midnight on the 17th of April 2026.
Further information can be found here.