Human Rights Ombudswoman: “If we do not listen to children, we cannot decide on their rights.”
“Child advocacy amplifies the voice of children, which is particularly important today, as many children trust very few people. If we do not listen to children, we cannot decide on their rights,” emphasised the Human Rights Ombudswoman, Dr Simona Drenik Bavdek, in her address to the... more
Children's advocates at an expert consultation on self-care in light of caring for children
"Self-care is one of the fundamental components of the professional identity of an advocate who works with vulnerable groups of children. This work requires a high level of emotional involvement, empathy, and presence, and at the same time involves dealing with the pain, trauma, and... more
Meeting of the European Network of Ombudsmen for Children on caring for the mental and physical health of children
The Deputy Human Rights Ombudsman, Dr. Jože Ruparčič, attended the annual conference of the European Network of Ombudsmen for Children (ENOC) in Bucharest from 17 to 19 September 2025. The main topic was ensuring the mental and physical health of children as a foundation for their... more
The Human Rights Ombudsman Appoints New Members to the Expert Council for Child Advocacy
On 15 May 2025, the Human Rights Ombudsman of Slovenia appointed new members to the Expert Council for Child Advocacy. The Council consists of child advocate coordinators, representatives of the professional public and NGOs, advocate representatives, and representatives of the Ombudsman.... more
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