GRACE

The GRACE project aims to level up the implementation of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights in Member States, which have been vulnerable to a deterioration in the application of fundamental rights and the rule of law in recent years, namely Bulgaria, Romania, and Greece. The GRACE project addresses the low awareness of the application of the Charter among the public and the national administration, which directly impacts the state of fundamental rights in the participating countries. By conducting capacity-building activities for both State-level and local administrations, as well as CSOs, and establishing a systematic and comprehensive monitoring mechanism for Charter implementation, the GRACE project seeks to evaluate and bridge existing gaps; advocate for appropriate reforms; and raise public awareness of the critical importance of respect for and promotion of the fundamental rights enshrined in the EU Charter. The project aims to foster cooperation among civil society organisations, national and local authorities and the general public, ensuring that fundamental rights are not only protected and respected, but also actively promoted, leading to more inclusive, transparent and effective policymaking in the selected EU Member State