Fundamental Rights at Frontex
Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, considers respect
for and the protection of fundamental rights to be an unconditional and
essential component of effective integrated border management. The agency strictly
adheres to the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, the
European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms,
as well as relevant international law.
Fundamental rights are integrated into the Frontex Codes of Conduct, the
Common Core Curricula for border guards, and more specialised training, such as
courses designed specifically for sea or land border surveillance officers or
forced return monitors. These raise understanding of fundamental rights and enable