The policy brief examines the alignment of North Macedonia’s equality body—the Commission for Prevention and Protection against Discrimination (CPPD)—with EU Directives 2024/1499 and 2024/1500, which set new minimum standards for equality bodies across the EU. It explores the scope and requirements of the two directives, assesses the current legal and institutional framework of the CPPD, and identifies persistent challenges related to independence, resources, and accessibility. The brief also discusses strategic reforms needed to enhance the CPPD’s effectiveness and ensure compliance with EU standards, thereby supporting North Macedonia’s EU accession process.
