Council of Europe (2024), ECRI Report on Lithuania (sixth monitoring cycle).

Country

Lithuania

Title

Council of Europe (2024), ECRI Report on Lithuania (sixth monitoring cycle).

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Year

2024

Publication type

Research evidence/report

Geographical coverage

National

Area/location of interest

Not applicable - national level

Type of Institution

Council of Europe body

Institution

Lithuania, European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI), Council of Europe

Thematic focus

Racism & xenophobia Integration & inclusion

Groups

Muslims

Key findings

The report highlights that Lithuanian language classes are still insufficient for refugees and beneficiaries of subsidiary protection, as well as Ukrainians with temporary protection status. In addition, financial resources to implementation plans on integration and inclusion for foreigners are not sufficient. The report notes that Anti-Muslim violence in Lithuania, where the traditional Tatar community (which makes up the majority of the Muslims in the country) is generally respected, is rather rare, but mentions 2 cases.

Methodology (Qualitative/Quantitative and exact type used, questionnaires etc)

ECRI, an independent human rights monitoring body of the Council of Europe, monitors racism, discrimination, and intolerance in member states through five-year cycles. Its reports are based on documentary analyses, on-site visits and dialogue with national authorities. The sixth round focuses on effective equality, hate speech and violence, and integration, while addressing country-specific issues. Information is gathered from diverse sources rather than direct inquiries. Authorities can comment on drafts and request their views be appended.

Sample details and representativeness

N/A - not applicable/available

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