Recent meetings
| Date | Commissioner / Cabinet | Topic | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Jul 2025 | Johanna Bernsel Cabinet member | Introductory meeting | — |
| 08 Jul 2025 | Johanna Bernsel Cabinet member | Introductory meeting | SRC |
| 10 Jun 2025 | Michael McGrath Commissioner | Exchange of views on issues related to victims of crime | — |
| 10 Jun 2025 | Michael McGrath Commissioner | Exchange of views on issues related to victims of crime | SRC |
| 12 May 2025 | Francesco Zoia Bolzonello Cabinet member | Preparedness and Crisis management Equality | — |
| 12 May 2025 | Francesco Zoia Bolzonello Cabinet member | Preparedness and Crisis management Equality | SRC |
| 17 Mar 2025 | Eva Schultz Cabinet member | The preservation of children’s rights on the agenda | — |
| 17 Mar 2025 | Eva Schultz Cabinet member | The preservation of children’s rights on the agenda | SRC |
| 26 Feb 2025 | Magnus Brunner Commissioner | Child participation, protection of children’s rights in migration, protection of children from crime | SRC |
| 26 Feb 2025 | Magnus Brunner Commissioner | Child participation, protection of children’s rights in migration, protection of children from crime | — |
| 21 Jan 2025 | Marco La Marca Cabinet member | Presentation of CRAG Pact on the Mediterranean: Safeguarding children in migration management Middle East Strategy: West Bank Family care in sub-Mediterranean countries Youth policy dialogue | — |
| 21 Jan 2025 | Marco La Marca Cabinet member | Presentation of CRAG Pact on the Mediterranean: Safeguarding children in migration management Middle East Strategy: West Bank Family care in sub-Mediterranean countries Youth policy dialogue | SRC |
| 28 Jan 2022 | Ana Gallego Director-General | Victims'rights | — |
| 28 Jan 2022 | Ana Gallego Director-General | Victims'rights | SRC |
| 30 Nov 2021 | Monique Pariat Director-General | introductory meeting with the newly appointed president of VSE, Ms Geraldine Hanna. Issues of victim protection, in particular also planned initiatives in the field of child sexual abuse and trafficking in human beings were discussed. | — |
| 30 Nov 2021 | Monique Pariat Director-General | introductory meeting with the newly appointed president of VSE, Ms Geraldine Hanna. Issues of victim protection, in particular also planned initiatives in the field of child sexual abuse and trafficking in human beings were discussed. | SRC |
| 21 Oct 2021 | Didier Reynders Commissioner | EU Strategy on Victims Rights (2020-2025) and Victim Support Europe (VSE) presentation of their priorities | SRC |
| 21 Oct 2021 | Isabelle Perignon Cabinet member | EU Strategy on Victims Rights (2020-2025) and Victim Support Europe (VSE) presentation of their priorities | SRC |
| 21 Oct 2021 | Isabelle Perignon Cabinet member | EU Strategy on Victims Rights (2020-2025) and Victim Support Europe (VSE) presentation of their priorities | — |
| 13 Oct 2021 | Helena Dalli Commissioner | Ms Helena Dalli holds a meeting via videoconference with Victim Support Europe to discuss their priorities to improve victims’ rights and experience in the EU | SRC |
| 13 Oct 2021 | Helena Dalli Commissioner | Ms Helena Dalli holds a meeting via videoconference with Victim Support Europe to discuss their priorities to improve victims’ rights and experience in the EU | — |
| 27 Oct 2017 | Věra Jourová Commissioner | issues relating to victims of terrorism and the specific situation in Belgium | — |
| 27 Oct 2017 | Věra Jourová Commissioner | issues relating to victims of terrorism and the specific situation in Belgium | SRC |
| 07 Nov 2016 | Julian King Commissioner | Sharing the expertise of Victim Support Europe | SRC |
| 07 Nov 2016 | Julian King Commissioner | Sharing the expertise of Victim Support Europe | — |
Mission & Goals
Victim Support Europe is strengthening the rights and services for all victims of crime in Europe and beyond. The organisation aims to ensure that every victim in Europe and world-wide can access information and support services in the aftermath of a crime, regardless of where the victim lives or where the crime took place. Victim Support Europe also works to ensure that victims are respected, have access to their rights and are able to make their voice heard throughout the criminal justice process. National, European, and international actors increasingly turn to Victim Support Europe as they develop their victims’ rights laws, policies, and services. Work continues, on developing new models, measures, and solutions, to improve and implement rights for victims of crime.
EU Legislative Interests
DIRECTIVE 2011/92/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 13 December 2011 on combating the sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children and child pornography, and replacing Council Framework Decision 2004/68/JHA DIRECTIVE (EU) 2024/1385 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 14 May 2024 on combating violence against women and domestic violence DIRECTIVE 2011/36/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 5 April 2011 on preventing and combating trafficking in human beings and protecting its victims, and replacing Council Framework Decision 2002/629/JHA DIRECTIVE (EU) 2024/1712 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 13 June 2024 amending Directive 2011/36/EU on preventing and combating trafficking in human beings and protecting its victims DIRECTIVE (EU) 2017/541 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 15 March 2017 on combating terrorism and replacing Council Framework Decision 2002/475/JHA and amending Council Decision 2005/671/JHA REGULATION (EU) 2022/2065 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 19 October 2022 on a Single Market For Digital Services and amending Directive 2000/31/EC (Digital Services Act) REGULATION (EU) 2024/1689 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 13 June 2024 laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence and amending Regulations (EC) No 300/2008, (EU) No 167/2013, (EU) No 168/2013, (EU) 2018/858, (EU) 2018/1139 and (EU) 2019/2144 and Directives 2014/90/EU, (EU) 2016/797 and (EU) 2020/1828 (Artificial Intelligence Act) COUNCIL FRAMEWORK DECISION 2008/841/JHA of 24 October 2008 on the fight against organized crime
Communication Activities
As of 2020, frameworks supporting victims have long been established; however, their full implementation remains incomplete. Making victims’ rights a reality requires a coordinated, evidence-based approach. Establishing a clear baseline of existing measures will enable targeted improvements, stronger policies, and more effective advocacy. This will support VSE, victim support organisations, and EU institutions in driving meaningful and measurable change. In parallel, VSE has strengthened its strategic communication capacity as a key driver of awareness, influence, and collective action. Its communication strategy engages policymakers, practitioners, victims, and the wider public, with the aim of raising awareness, sharing knowledge, and strengthening partnerships. In 2025, outreach expanded significantly, reaching over 696,000 people through advocacy campaigns and 121,000 through event-related communications, with increased digital engagement improving accessibility. Building on this, VSE has adopted a targeted “4 Ps” approach—Politicians, Policymakers, Practitioners, and the Public—allowing for tailored messaging that combines evidence-based advocacy, technical expertise, practitioner support, and public awareness. This approach will continue to evolve, with a stronger focus on storytelling, digital outreach, and key visibility initiatives such as the Day for Victims of Crime, the 116006 Helpline, and flagship events. Strategic Objectives and Main Activities (2026–2030) 1. Facilitate the implementation of victims’ laws and strengthen victims’ rights Ensure full implementation of the Victims’ Rights Directive and related EU acquis through monitoring, evidence-based support, and integration into national legislation, policies, and practice. 2. Mainstream victims’ rights through multi-sectoral coordination Strengthen cooperation across sectors (justice, health, social services, law enforcement, education, digital), promoting coordinated and victim-centred responses. 3. Amplify victims’ voices and foster a culture of respect and solidarity Promote meaningful victim participation in policy and practice, strengthen consultation mechanisms, and support awareness-raising to combat secondary victimisation. 4. Maximise access to high-quality victim support services Improve the availability, accessibility, and quality of services across Member States, including helplines, specialist services, referral systems, and trauma-informed support. 5. Advance victim-centred approaches globally Strengthen EU and international cooperation, promote victim-centred policies in global fora, and address cross-border crime such as cybercrime, trafficking, and organised crime. 6. Build resilience and strengthen responses to terrorism and mass victimisation Develop resilience-based frameworks, enhance preparedness, and support coordinated, trauma-informed responses to large-scale incidents. 7. Strengthen VSE’s organisational capacity and influence Enhance governance, research, membership engagement, and advocacy impact to ensure effective delivery and increased influence at EU and international levels.
Interests Represented
Does not represent commercial interests
Member Of
Member of the World Society of Victimology Member of the European Society of Criminology ECOSOC UN consultative status FAIB INGO-Council of Europe Alliance of NGO`s on crime prevention and criminal justice Prefiguration mission of the Terrorism Memorial Museum (MMT) INVICTIM CTPN CRAG ECLAG FRA platform SCJS
Organisation Members
https://victim-support.eu/members/