Strasbourg: Events Marking the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

Date: 13 October 2026
Location: Strasbourg, France
Organisers: Conference of INGOs of the Council of Europe, with the participation of ATD Fourth World

On 13 October 2026, Strasbourg will host a series of events marking the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, bringing together civil society representatives, human rights defenders, and members of the Conference of INGOs of the Council of Europe.

Against the backdrop of growing economic insecurity, social inequality, and the increasing vulnerability of people across Europe, these events provide an important opportunity to reaffirm that freedom from poverty is inseparable from human dignity, social justice, and the protection of human rights.

Programme

15:00–16:30 — Creative Forum
Lieu d’Europe, 8 Rue Boecklin, Strasbourg.

17:00 — Commemorative Ceremony
Forecourt of the Palais de l’Europe, Council of Europe, Strasbourg.

A gathering organised by the Conference of INGOs at the commemorative plaque dedicated to the victims of poverty, reaffirming civil society’s commitment to the eradication of poverty and the protection of human dignity.

18:30–20:00 — Presentation of La fabrique de la pauvreté
Librairie La Tache Noire, 1 Rue de Zurich (entrance via Quai des Bateliers), Strasbourg.

Presentation of the graphic novel La fabrique de la pauvreté by Olivier De Schutter.

Why This Matters

Poverty is not merely an economic challenge. It affects access to housing, healthcare, education, security, and meaningful participation in society. Addressing poverty therefore requires a comprehensive human rights approach.

Our House Centre for Human Rights and Relief welcomes this important initiative and supports efforts to keep poverty eradication, social solidarity, and human dignity at the centre of Europe’s human rights agenda.