Will the state cut off persons with disabilities?
The Human Rights Ombudsman of the Republic of Slovenia (Ombudsman) was informed about the issue of endangering the existence of care and work centres (VDC), which were informed through the financial baselines for 2024 about a reduction in budget financing of more than 80 per cent. The... more
The Ombudsman in Črna na Koroškem pleased about the optimism and the sense of community
Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina operated in Črna na Koroškem, where he sensed great optimism which he hopes will endure. He expected at least one complaint related to the consequences of the floods but there have been none. He warned about the traps posed by the consolidation of... more
30 years after the adoption of the Human Rights Ombudsman Act it is time for the act to be updated according to international standards
Thirty years ago today, soon after the independence and creation of the Republic of Slovenia, the National Assembly adopted the Human Rights Ombudsman Act. Therefore, on 20 December 1993, the act was adopted which together with Article 159 of the constitution presents the fundamental... more
Human, nobile, compassionate, bold and selfless 2024!
Every day, each and every one of us has an opportunity to make a step towards a fellow human being. Towards those whose lives are plagued by hardship and who might be unable to help themselves. Towards all who are suffering injustices, whose rights are being violated, who are deprived,... more
More needs to be done to ensure legal certainty and access to adequate legal aid for the population
Today, 19 December 2023, is the 13th Pro Bono Legal Aid Day organised by the Bar Association of Slovenia (OZS). This year, the OZS's honorary patron is Ombudsman Peter Svetina. For years, the Ombudsman of the Republic of Slovenia (the Ombudsman) has been emphasising the importance of... more
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