The Center for International and European Economic Law, in collaboration with Frederick University of Cyprus, is undertaking the implementation of a European Action following a successful evaluation of a proposal submitted to the European Commission.

The Action "Training for a European Area of Justice" aims to develop the capacities of legal professionals and expand their knowledge in specific areas related to the protection of fundamental rights in the European Union, specifically: a) the application of the Charter of Fundamental Rights, b) Framework Decision 2008/913/JHA of the Council on combating certain forms and expressions of racism and xenophobia through criminal law, c) the protection of personal data, d) the rights of refugees, and e) the protection of social rights.

As part of the Action, the CEIL, in collaboration with Frederick University of Cyprus, will implement a program to organize educational seminars, international conferences and events, and publish scientific and educational material in Greece and Cyprus. The Action has a duration of 18 months, starting in September 2017. The Action is funded by the European Union’s “Justice” (JUSTICE) program.