Europos žmogaus teisių fondas

EFHR is a Vilnius-based non-governmental organization established in 2010 that focuses on protecting and promoting civil and minority rights in Lithuania. It provides free legal aid to victims of discrimination and human rights abuses in professional, public, and private life, and it supports strategic litigation to secure equality for ethnic minorities, including language and cultural rights.

Its reputation rests on proactive advocacy, systematic monitoring of discrimination and hate speech in media and online spaces, and educational programs that raise awareness of human rights among communities, public authorities, and employers. EFHR advances inclusive policies, challenges discriminatory practices in the job market, and collaborates with partners to strengthen legal remedies for rights violations.

In terms of client service, EFHR provides free legal advice and multilingual information materials, with resources available in English, Polish, Lithuanian and Russian. The organization emphasizes accessible channels for reporting discrimination and offers translated materials and guidance to help clients navigate legal processes and access rights.