Deputy responsible for children's rights visits orphans from Ukraine
The Ombudsman works to ensure that all children, regardless of their personal circumstances or background, enjoy their rights without discrimination, including the right to a safe and supportive environment. The Ombudsman stresses that children must be the holders of all rights and not... more
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The Human Rights Ombudsman on care for children’s rights with representatives of non-governmental organisations
On 14 June 2023, Deputy Ombudsman Dr Jože Ruparčič, responsible for children’s rights at the institution of the Human Rights Ombudsman, invited representatives of non-governmental organisations that take care of the realisation of children’s rights for a meeting. In a detailed discussion... more
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The Ombudsman Addresses the Participants at the Conference Contemporary Challenges of Working with at-Risk Youth
On 9 June 2023, Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina spoke to the participants of the 3rd international conference Contemporary Challenges of Working with at-Risk Youth in a video address. The conference at Zdravilišče Radenci was put together by the Jarše Youth Home.
He emphasised that... more
ENOC members on the independent position of ombudspersons for children’s rights in Europe and help for children in need
On 29 and 30 May 2023, Deputy Ombudsman Dr Jože Ruparčič, participated at the meeting of ombudspersons for children’s rights within ENOC – the European Network of Ombudspersons for Children – in Stockholm, Sweden. They discussed the independent position of ombudspersons for children’s... more
The Human Rights Ombudsman at a meeting with the Minister of Education points out zero tolerance towards violence
On 14 April 2023, the Human Rights Ombudsman Peter Svetina invited Dr Darjo Felda, the Minister of Education, for a meeting. In their talks they devoted special attention to violence among young people in schools that brings numerous negative consequences for individuals, the school... more