The Parliamentary Assembly's Resolution 2579 emphasises the essential role of civil society in democracy, as reaffirmed in the Reykjavik Declaration. It calls for increased transparency and engagement with civil society organisations, proposing the development of a code of conduct for interest representatives to ensure ethical interactions. The Assembly aims to enhance accessibility to its work by making committee meetings more open, facilitating civil society participation, and improving online resources. Additionally, it expresses concern over restrictive legislation in some member States that undermines civil society's ability to operate effectively, highlighting the need for protective measures to uphold human rights and democratic values.