Interviewing by: Irina Samson - SET Europe board chair Editing by: Sara Khosrowjerdi - SET Europe Communications Illustration from Documented Q: As a graduate from the same Alma Mater, my MA Thesis work has focused on climate change education in vulnerable contexts like Nepal, where education is essential for building resilience. Your article looks at another consequence of climate injustice – climate migration. What led you to focus on this dimension? A: My interest in clima

Introduction Almost one month ago, on 26 March 2026, Noelia Castillo Ramos, a 25 year old woman in Spain died by euthanasia after a long legal battle against her own father. Her case immediately raised a deep and troubling question: How can the right to life coexist with a supposed right to die? On the one hand, Article 2 of the European Convention on Human Rights clearly states that no one shall be intentionally deprived of life. On the other hand, the idea of personal auton

Protesting has long been one of the most powerful ways for people to defend and advance human rights, bringing together individuals from different backgrounds in pursuit of shared justice and goals. It gives ordinary citizens a voice, enabling them to challenge inequality, demand accountability, and push for meaningful change. However, in recent years, the rise of authoritarian tendencies and increasing legal restrictions have made it more difficult for people to exercise thi

INTRODUCTION Lots of studies show that the climate is changing at a faster pace than what most scientists expected. This means that many families and communities have to abandon their homes due to natural disasters and climate change. Migration has been an important adaptation strategy since ancient times, as a reaction to extreme weather conditions , and also nowadays it is practiced by individuals and entire communities to respond to the increasingly frequent impact of cl

The Vietnamese community is among the largest non-European migrant diasporas in Poland. They concentrate in the Masovian Voivodeship, especially in Poland’s capital – Warsaw and the areas surrounding it and is the third-largest group of immigrants there, behind Ukrainians and Belarussians. Masovian Voivodeship also house the highest numbers of immigrants and foreigners in Poland. According to the Office for Foreigners, in 2026, there are 11,404 Vietnamese legally residing i

Leipzig is often remembered as a symbol of democracy . During the “Peaceful Revolution”, thousands of citizens went together on the streets, demanding fundamental rights such as freedom of expression and political participation. These protests demonstrated the power of civil society to challenge an authoritarian system through peaceful action. However, today the democracy in Leipzig is no longer a story of collective consensus , but increasingly one of tension, negotiation a

2024 Edition of the Human Rights Café, Juristenfakultat, Leipzig At a time when democratic societies are facing increasingly complex challenges, having spaces where people can talk openly and exchange ideas feels more important than ever. The latest edition of the Human Rights Café in Leipzig brought together students and participants from different backgrounds to reflect on three big topics that are shaping today’s political debate: migration, populism, and environmental

Cities are often seen as places of opportunity , especially for students and young people trying to build their future. But in a city like Lyon, access to these opportunities is not always equal . For many students and recent arrivals, everyday life is shaped not only by ambition, but also by a number of practical barriers that affect their basic rights. One of the most overlooked issues is the importance of having a fixed address . In reality, an address is often required to

2024 Edition of the Human Rights Café, Biblioteca de la Facultad de Derecho, Granada At a time when democratic societies are facing increasingly complex challenges, having spaces where people can talk openly and exchange ideas feels more important than ever. The latest edition of the Human Rights Café in Granada brought together students and participants from different backgrounds in a discussion that moved across three closely connected themes: populism and far-right ide

In Portugal, the right to adequate housing has become an increasingly pressing issue, particularly in rapidly growing urban centres. While cities like Braga are often perceived as more affordable alternatives, rising housing costs and urban expansion have begun to create new forms of inequality. Over the past decade, Braga has experienced significant demographic and economic growth. According to PORDATA, the population of Braga increased from approximately 193,000 in 2021