Donatas Murauskas Receives the Lithuanian Ministry of Justice Award “For Achievements in the Field of Human Rights – 2024”

Ellex in Lithuania Expert Dr. Donatas Murauskas has been honored with the Ministry of Justice’s prestigious award “For Achievements in the Field of Human Rights – 2024.”

This recognition celebrates Donatas’s outstanding contributions to the protection and promotion of human rights in Lithuania.

Donatas was recognized for his unwavering commitment to pro bono advocacy, tirelessly defending the rights of victims of human rights violations. His work is deeply rooted in the application of European Court of Human Rights and constitutional standards. Furthermore, Donatas has played a pivotal role in advancing legal professionals’ understanding of hate speech and incitement by leading specialized training sessions to strengthen competencies in this critical area.

This award not only highlights Donatas’s exceptional professionalism but also reaffirms Ellex’s dedication to upholding human rights, justice, and respect as core values in our work. We remain committed to fostering a legal framework that ensures equal rights for all.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Donatas for his invaluable contributions to these principles and congratulate him on this well-deserved recognition.