Evrópuráðsins
Evrópuráðsins is the Icelandic name for the Council of Europe. The Council of Europe is an international organization that promotes human rights, democracy, and the rule of law in Europe. It was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Strasbourg, France. The organization has 46 member states, making it the largest human rights organization in the world. Its aim is to develop a common democratic and legal area, secured by the European Convention on Human Rights, but also encompassing other standards and conventions protecting human rights.
The Council of Europe works through a variety of bodies, including the Committee of Ministers, the Parliamentary
The Council of Europe's work is guided by a commitment to the principles of democracy, human rights,