In the first episode, recorded on 16 January 2026, Erik Wennerström, Judge at the European Court of Human Rights, is in conversation with Viktor Vadász, Director of Programmes at ERA.
“Which recent initiative of reform stands out as particularly significant?” With this question, we are launching « ERA in Judicial Dialogue », a new interview series offering professional perspectives from across the European judiciary.
The conversation with Eric Wennerström, titled « A Judge’s Perspective from the European Court of Human Rights », highlights key developments influencing the Court’s work, from procedural reforms addressing case backlogs to enhanced knowledge-sharing tools and the growing importance of cooperation between European courts. It also explores emerging challenges, including digitalisation and the cautious approach to artificial intelligence in judicial decision-making.
Watch the full interview here:
