The e-presentation outlines the external scrutiny of Frontex regarding fundamental rights protection in its daily operations as the European Border and Coast Guard, highlighting the critical role of oversight and accountability. It addresses the Consultative Forum on Fundamental Rights, detailing its membership and functions. The e-presentation also delves into the mandate of the Frontex Fundamental Rights Officer, providing a comprehensive explanation of their responsibilities. It not only explains the scope and objectives of the role but also the methodologies employed to monitor and ensure compliance with fundamental rights. Finally, the e-presentation identifies gaps and challenges that need to be addressed in the future, such as the application of Article 46 of the EU Regulation 2019/1896 on the European Border and Coast Guard, the establishment of a national monitoring mechanism and the intensification of investigations.
e-Presentation | June 2024 | Learning time: 33 minutes
e-Presentation by Grigoris Tsioukas, Deputy Fundamental Rights Officer, Frontex, Warsaw & Aydan Iyiguengoer, Project Manager, Justice, Digital and Migration Unit; Co-chair, Frontex Consultative Forum on Fundamental Rights, European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA), Vienna.