A condolence book for the late Ivan Bizjak is open at the Ombudsman's headquarters
Starting 9 May 2023, a condolence book in the memory of the first Human Rights Ombudsman in the independent Republic of Slovenia and politician https://www.varuh-rs.si/o-varuhu/zgodovina/vodstva-varuha-v-razlicnih-mandatih/ivan-bizjak/, who passed away at the age of 68, will be opened at... more
“Raising awareness and the programmes for preventing dementia are key to counter the stigma and illness.”
“Slovenia is one of the above-average rapidly ageing societies, which is why I cannot avoid the experts’ conclusions that, unfortunately, the proportion of people suffering from this illness will increase more in the future. On this occasion, I thank all those who actively raise awareness... more
The Ombudsman donating blood with his co-workers for greater solidarity in society
Despite the progress of science and medicine, blood remains an irreplaceable medicine, which is why blood donors represent an important part of the health care system of each country. Approximately 5 percent of the population in Slovenia donates blood. In order to satisfy the needs of the... more
The Human Rights Ombudsman presented the mission of the Ombudsman’s institution at the Diplomatic Academy
On 19 April 2023, the Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina introduced to the diplomats of the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs the role of the institution of the Human Rights Ombudsman of the Republic of Slovenia and its competences. He presented his... more
Ombudsman opens new Ombudsman’s Corners in Vipavska dolina when operating in Nova Gorica
On 12 April 2023, Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina was in Nova Gorica, where he and his colleagues were available to talk to anyone who believed that their rights have been violated and the Ombudsman can help. Four people applied for a meeting. The Ombudsman reports that similar... more
Back 
