Country Report 2018: Macedonia

Abstract

Freedom of association, assembly, expression, and information are rights guaranteed in the Macedonian Constitution, and particularly in the Law of Associations and Foundations. This includes a guarantee that all individuals and legal entities will not be discriminated against based on gender, race, nationality, sexual orientation, or religious views, and that everyone is allowed to establish and participate in an informal or registered organization. The law establishes that an association can be created by five adult citizens, while a foundation can be created by one or more founders.