Council of Europe Civil Society Summit to enhance the effectiveness of the Council of Europe, preserve and strengthen democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in Europe
Organized by CURE - Campaign for the Defence of Rights in Europe and the Conference of International NGOs of the Council of Europe, the https://cure-campaign.org/css took place in The Hague and online from 28 February to 1 March 2023. The participants recalled the importance of the... more
Equal opportunities |
People with disabilities |
Restriction of personal freedom |
Persons with mental health issues |
Social security
At the Celebration of the 55th Anniversary of CUDV Črna na Koroškem Ombudsman Svetina Emphasised the Importance of an Inclusive Society for All People with Disabilities
On 28 February 2023, Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina participated at the main celebration upon the 55th anniversary of the operation of the Centre for Training, Work, and Care (CUDV) Črna na Koroškem in the Črna na Koroškem House of Culture. In his introductory speech he pointed out... more
The Turkish delegation wishes to hear Slovenian colleagues’ experience for the strengthening of capabilities of the Turkish Ombudsman
On 28 February 2023, representatives of the Turkish Ombudsman visited Slovenia on a study visit within the project of the European Union. They were getting to know the best practices and experiences of various ombudsman institutions or national human rights institutions with the aim of... more
The Ombudsman makes the acquaintance of the President of the National Council
On 27 February 2023, Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina visited the president of the National Council Marko Lotrič. During their discussion they addressed current issues and announced reforms with a special emphasis on the respect of human rights and fundamental freedoms. more
Equal opportunities |
National and ethnic communities |
Work out of office |
Children’s rights |
Justice
The Institution of Ombudsman Handled Nine Cases in Lendava
The Institution of the Human Rights Ombudsman carried out the second operation outside the headquarters in 2023 in Lendava. The Ombudsman’s staff was led by the Deputy Ombudsman Ivan Šelih, since the Ombudsman Peter Svetina was presenting a Special Report on the Accessibility of Centres... more