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According to Ombudsman Svetina "There is no better mirror of a state than its attitude towards the most vulnerable."
On the occasion of World Poverty Day, which is today, on 17 October 2022, Ombudsman Peter Svetina stresses that Slovenia is a social and rich country, but unfortunately not for everyone. "We are still far from being exemplary, with many people living below the poverty threshold and... more
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Dignity and personal rights |
Equal opportunities |
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Children and youth |
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The Ombudsman highlights that humanitarian organisations must not assume the role of the state and its obligations
On the occasion of World Humanitarian Day, which is celebrated on 19 August, the Human Rights Ombudsman, Peter Svetina, emphasised that this day is celebrated to raise awareness about the efforts of those who help tackle crises both locally and around the world. Non-governmental and... more
Pandemic revealed inequalities in society
The UN General Assembly declared 20 February a World Day of Social Justice. On this day, we raise awareness on the issues of poverty, gender inequality, unemployment and social exclusion. "Everyone is born free with the same dignity and equal rights, which are supposed to be... more
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Gathering, association, electoral rights
Homelessness is not a choice, systemic solutions are necessary!
On Tuesday, 16 February 2021, the Ombudsman Peter Svetina received representatives of all organisations providing care to the homeless. The meeting was attended by 11 representatives of non-governmental organisations and social work centres."Such meetings are important, since this is... more
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