REFRAIME is based on the understanding that the rapid development of new technologies requires better awareness among both the general public and the expert community to ensure that fundamental rights are not violated when artificial intelligence is designed and used.
In response to these needs, REFRAIME aims to improve the understanding and protection of fundamental rights in the digital age, in particular vis-à-vis the use of AI technologies. REFRAIME explores the intersection between fundamental rights and AI design, development, and deployment to promote awareness of the ways in which AI systems could challenge fundamental rights and identify measures for mitigation and redress.
By leveraging the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights, it seeks to enhance awareness, equip AI developers and legal practitioners with essential tools, and empower the public to safeguard their fundamental rights against AI-related threats. REFRAIME will foster continued dialogue on the mechanisms and processes required to protect fundamental rights in a changing socio-economic environment and contribute to promoting a transparent ecosystem for the development and deployment of trustworthy AI.
The Center for the Study of Democracy (CSD) is a leading European public policy institute with an established track-record in the area of strengthening the rule of law and promoting the protection of fundamental rights.
Based in Bulgaria, CSD conducts rigorous research, policy analysis, and public outreach initiatives aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and citizen participation. By engaging with diverse stakeholders, CSD offers expert insights on legal, political, and societal challenges, supporting evidence-based policymaking and strengthening democratic institutions. CSD is the national focal point in the pan-European research network, FRANET, that operates under the auspices of the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights (EU FRA).
The Centre for European Constitutional Law (CECL) is a NGO focused on the development and critical study of constitutional frameworks in Europe.
Based in Greece, CECL promotes scholarly debate, interdisciplinary research, and policy analysis on key constitutional issues, including democracy and fundamental rights. Through collaboration with national and international partners, CECL fosters an understanding of constitutional principles and provides innovative insights to inform public policy and legal reforms.
The European Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ECNL) is a prominent NGO committed to advancing legal frameworks and policies that support civil society.
ECNL works to promote transparency, accountability, and democratic governance by providing expertise in regulatory reform, policy analysis, and legal support. Through research, advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives, ECNL strengthens the legal environment for not-for-profit organizations, ensuring that legal systems remain responsive to the needs of the public interest.
The Estonian Human Rights Centre (EHRC) is a leading NGO dedicated to protecting and promoting human rights in Estonia and beyond.
EHRC undertakes monitoring, advocacy, research, and public education to ensure that fundamental rights are respected. Working closely with governmental bodies, international organizations, and civil society, EHRC identifies rights violations and supports policy reforms, playing a crucial role in fostering a society where human rights and democratic values are upheld.
The Department of European and Comparative Law at the University of Malta is a distinguished academic center offering innovative teaching and research programs that delve into European legal systems, constitutional matters, and international legal trends.
By fostering interdisciplinary scholarship and critical thinking, the department contributes to a deeper understanding of legal principles and supports policy dialogue on bridging the gap between theory and practice in the evolving European legal landscape.