European Public Law Organization

Advancing Public Law and Democratic Governance through Global Cooperation

The European Public Law Organization (EPLO) is an international organization committed to strengthening the rule of law, human rights, and democratic institutions through legal education, institutional empowerment, and global cooperation. We foster legal excellence and support institutional development, public administration reform and capacity building in countries around the world.

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Signature of Headquarters Agreement between the Kingdom of Belgium and EPLO
EPLO DEVELOPMENTS Signature of Headquarters Agreement between the Kingdom of Belgium and EPLO
ELGS Inaugurates New Campus in Kutaisi, Georgia, at the Central University of Europe (CUE)
EDUCATION NEWS ELGS Inaugurates New Campus in Kutaisi, Georgia, at the Central University of Europe (CUE)
Memorandum of Understanding between EPLO and the Hellenic Copyright Organization (OPI)
MOUS Memorandum of Understanding between EPLO and the Hellenic Copyright Organization (OPI)
EPLO Agency MedMa Reflects on European Migration and Asylum Policy in 2025: Milestones and Challenges
EPLO Agency MedMa Reflects on European Migration and Asylum Policy in 2025: Milestones and Challenges
Meet our University: The European Law & Governance School

Meet our University: The European Law & Governance School

The European Law and Governance School (ELGS) is a modern International University School offering excellence in tertiary levels of education in the fields of European Law and Governance.

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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

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ELGS Summer Programs 2026

Global Administrative Law in practice: Re-imagining the Sustainable Development Goals
20-24 July 2026

Migration and Social Determinants of Health: Exploring Intersections of Race, Ethnicity and Public Health
13-17 July 2026 

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Academy of European Public Law Summer School 2026

Security, Defense and Judicial Review in Contemporary European Public Law.

 August 24 - September 12, 2026

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LLM in International Organizations

By the European Law and Governance School in Cascais, Portugal.

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EPLO PROJECTS

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Since its foundation, the EPLO has implemented over 300 projects co-financed by the European Commission, Hellenic Ministries, the European Parliament, the World Bank, and others, focusing on science, education, and institution building across Europe, the Balkans, the Caucasus, the Black Sea, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Small Island States.

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Headquartered in Athens, Greece, our organization maintains a growing presence across multiple regions—reflecting a deep commitment to international cooperation and institutional partnerships. Explore our global reach and the locations where our work is making a difference.
EPLO INSTITUTES

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Academy of European Public Law
In its 30 years of existence, more than 600 students have graduated from the Academy and are currently serving outstanding careers in a variety of fields
Brčko National School of Public Administration (BNSPA)
A graduate training school for civil servants, elected members of the local authorities and judges
Center for Gender and Equality Policy Studies (CEGEPS)
Advancing knowledge and reflection on key gender and equality issues, exploring them individually and in their complex, multi‑level interactions.
Circular Economy and Climate Institute
Promoting a circular economy as the new economic model
European Institute for Criminal Law and Criminal Justice System
Exploring central issues in classical criminal law doctrine as well as the philosophical foundations of criminal law. 
European Institute for the Study of Chinese Law Governance and Civilization (EISCL)
EISCL functions as a central nexus for academic inquiry, education, and scholarly collaboration.
European Institute of Management and Governance
A centre of excellence in management development, consulting and policy research.
European Law & Governance School (ELGS)
Educating a generation of young leaders in European Law & Governance
Greek Center of European Studies & Research (EKEME)
Founded in 1980 by a group of academics, legal practitioners, economists and social scientists. 
Institute for Global Health Emergencies Response (IGHER)
Promoting the research, development of studies, opinions, education and training in the field of health emergencies
Institute for Higher Education, Law & Governance (IHELG)
IHELG is home to sponsored research and academic programmes and projects that examine higher education systems and policy issues
Institute for Humanities and Culture - Nicos Svoronos
Established in memory of the late professor who excelled in the combination of Humanities and Culture with Law and Governance.
Institute for Intellectual Property Rights and Innovation (ΙPRI)
Supporting the international development of IP policy by reinforcing the study of Intellectual Property and innovation management.
Institute for Justice and Growth (IJG)
Providing expert consulting, education, training, and technical assistance to countries and organizations
Institute for Regulatory Innovation, Delivery and Effectiveness (IRIDE)
Promoting the effective and efficient delivery of high-quality regulation based on international good practices.
Institute for Sustainable Development
Building knowledge, capacity and institutions to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals through good governance and the European Green Deal
Institute for the Mediterranean
A think tank and educational institution specialized in Euro-Mediterranean relations
Institute for Transparency & Fundamental Rights
Promoting the protection of fundamental rights
Institute of Global Rule of Law
The Institute’s mandate is to develop and promote the Global Rule of Law principles at an international scientific and educational level.
Institute of Sustainable Water Management and Water Law
A think tank and project leader on issues relevant to the water management and law.
Institute on Crime & Criminal Justice (ICCJ)
Promoting study, research, consulting, training and policy-oriented work to crime related studies and criminal justice policies at national, European and international level.
Mediterranean Migration and Asylum Policy Hub (MedMA)
MedMA serves as a source of authoritative, fact-driven research, innovative policy making
Tax and Accounting Academy
Promoting research in the areas of taxation and accounting and facilitating exchange of views on tax and accounting issues.
The Institute for Privacy Law, Data Protection and Technology (IPL)
Advancing and promoting knowledge and policy in the field of privacy and data protection law, technology, society and fundamental rights.
Training Institute for Law & Governance
Disseminating knowledge and training within the Law and Governance sector
Institute for Sustainable and Resilient Development and Civil Protection
The Institute for Sustainable and Resilient Development and Civil Protection was established to promote sustainability, resilience, and civil protection at the local and regional level
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Upcoming Events
ViSAR Project: Mutual Exchange and Learning Event, “Support for victims of domestic violence: Recent developments in Greece and Cyprus"
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ViSAR Project: Mutual Exchange and Learning Event, “Support for victims of domestic violence: Recent developments in Greece and Cyprus"

18 FEB, 2026

Open Lecture - US Politics and Society: The Case of D. Trump
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Open Lecture - US Politics and Society: The Case of D. Trump

09 FEB, 2026

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Directors for Educational Activities
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GREECE, ITALY
Director General for Technical Cooperation, Director for Italian Funded Projects and Director for Co-Funded Projects
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