The Venice Commission 1990-2025. Taking stock of 35 years for democracy through law

 

Bocconi University, Milano, 15-16 May 2025, Room N01

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Established through Resolution (90)6 of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe “on a Partial Agreement Establishing the European Commission for Democracy through Law” on 10 May 1990, the Commission for Democracy through Law (‘Venice Commission’) has constantly grown in importance and influence in the course of its 35 years of activity. While in the Nineties its main task was to support the constitution building processes during the democratic transition in Central and Eastern European countries, in recent years the Venice Commission has been confronted with a wide variety of constitutional issues from all over Europe. Furthermore, its impact has significantly expanded beyond Europe, with 15 non-Council of Europe States among its members and cooperation programs in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Having delivered an impressive amount of opinions and studies covering all areas of comparative constitutional law, the Venice Commission is nowadays a leading and influential voice in Europe on all matters pertaining to democracy, human rights and the rule of law.

The program and the list of speakers will be available as soon as possible

The event will be held both online and in presence, and registration is required for all participants. Those who register for the online conference will receive a direct link to the event via email, ensuring seamless access. For those attending in person, registration is necessary to secure a spot at the venue. We invite you to complete the registration form below.

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The European Commission for Democracy through Law - better known as the Venice Commission as it meets in Venice - is the Council of Europe's advisory body on constitutional matters.


The role of the Venice Commission is to provide legal advice to its member states and, in particular, to help states wishing to bring their legal and institutional structures into line with European standards and international experience in the fields of democracy, human rights and the rule of law.

It also helps to ensure the dissemination and consolidation of a common constitutional heritage, playing a unique role in conflict management, and provides “emergency constitutional aid” to states in transition.
 

You can find more information regarding the Venice Commission on this webpage.

Located in southern Milan, Bocconi University is easily accessible by public transportation, car, and more. It's well-connected to all major transport hubs. A variety of accommodation options are available nearby, perfect for attendees to the conference

Accomodations

In the university area, numerous accommodation options are available. Below, you will find some choices within walking distance from the university:

We recommend contacting the hotels directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information on availability and bookings.

How to reach Bocconi

Bocconi University is well-connected by Milan’s public transportation network, making it easy to reach from anywhere in the city. Whether you’re arriving by metro, tram, bus, or train, there are several convenient options.

Tram

  • Line 15: Porta Lodovica station, a short walk from the university.
  • Line 9: Bligny Lodovica station, near the campus.
  • Line 24: Ripamonti Sabotino station, within walking distance.

Bus

  • Lines 90 and 91: Frequent service with stops near Bocconi University.

Metro

  • M3 (Yellow Line): Porta Romana station (15-minute walk), connects to Centrale Railway Station for national and international trains.
  • M2 (Green Line): Porta Genova station (20-minute walk), connects to Garibaldi Railway Station and regional train services.
  • M4 (Blue Line): Santa Sofia station (10-minute walk), offers a direct link to Linate Airport.

Train

  • Milano Tibaldi Università Bocconi Station: Served by the S9 suburban railway, providing easy access from other parts of the city and beyond.

A standard ATM ticket costs €2.20, valid for 90 minutes on all suburbant railways, trams, buses, and metro lines.

For more information on public transport can visit the ATM webpage - Azienda Trasporti Milanesi

Parking

Bocconi University is easily accessible by car, from the highways, take the Tangenziale Ovest Milano, exit at Viale Liguria.

Parking Near the University

Quick Parking offers several parking options close to campus:

  • Bocconi “B” – Via Röntgen 1
  • Bocconi “C” – Via Bocconi 8
  • Bocconi “D” – Via Castiglioni 8

For rates, payment methods and access details, you can visit Quick Parking Bocconi.

For further information please contact the following email: conference2025.venicecommission@unibocconi.it