The state still (too) often discriminates against people with disabilities
On the occasion of the Slovenian Day of Paraplegics and Tetraplegics, which is celebrated on 16 April, the Human Rights Ombudsman of the Republic of Slovenia (Ombudsman) emphasises that the provision of equal opportunities and non-discrimination of disabled people are key topics, in which... more
With a speech, the Ombudsman escorted the residents of the Hiša s srce into a new period of residence
Today, 12 April 2024, in Velenje, the Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina accompanied the residents and employees of the Hiša s srce (Home with a Heart) home for the elderly into a new era of living in the new building.
He expressed his joy that together they had overcome minor fears and... more
Ombudsman on care for the elderly at meeting of the Association of Directors of the Members of the Community of Social Welfare Institutions of Slovenia
On 12 April 2024, Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina presented to the Association of Directors of the Members of the Community of Social Institutions of Slovenia in Portorož the view of the institution he leads on the issue of care and protection of residents in homes for the elderly... more
Ombudsman with health and social care trade unionists on human rights in health and social care activities
On 12 April 2024, the Health and Social Care Union of Slovenia prepared professional training in Ankaran, at which the Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina spoke about human rights in health and social care activities.
He informed those present about the responsibilities of the... more
Ombudsman at the closing conference of the Hiša za otroke project in Zreče
Today, 10 April 2024, Deputy Ombudsman Dr Jože Ruparčič, responsible for children's rights at the Ombudsman, attended the closing conference of the Hiša za otroke (Children's House) project in Zreče.
The Human Rights Ombudsman (Ombudsman) was among the first in Slovenia to support... more
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