Responsibility has no alternative
The coronavirus epidemic is a public health problem that, like any emergency of similar proportions, is inseparable from human rights. In order to protect the freedoms and rights…
Hindered working conditions due to damage during the Zagreb earthquake
The Office of the Ombudswoman in Zagreb was damaged during the March 22nd earthquake and, because of the safety of all employees, cannot be used until further notice….
European Commission against Racism and Intolerance warns about the situation in Europe
Increasing influence of ultra-nationalistic and xenophobic political options in many European countries, the increasing prevalence of hate speech on social networks, and the growing antisemitism and anti-Muslim hatred…
Can ownership of a vehicle be a valid employment requirement?
One of the most common reasons why citizens reach out to Ombudswoman Lora Vidović is the possible discrimination they face during employment process or in their work place….
Ombudswoman Vidović finalist for the Communicator of the Year award
Ombudswoman Lora Vidović is one of the four finalists for the Communicator of the Year award, which is annually awarded by the Croatian Public Relations Association (CPRA) to…
Tena Šimonović Einwalter reelected as Chair of the Executive Board of Equinet
During the Annual General Assembly of the European Network of Equality Bodies (Equinet), held in Bruxelles on October 23rd, the Deputy Ombudswoman Tena Šimonović Einwalter, was reelected for…
25 years of ECRI celebrated in Paris
Promoting equality and combating racism and intolerance are crucial for Europe’s future. The efforts already made towards greater equality have improved the living conditions of many Europeans, fostered…
Ombudswoman investigates the state of environment and public health protection measures after the fire in Jakuševec
Foto: HINA/ Lana SLIVAR DOMINIĆ/ ml Due to the fire outbreak in Jakuševec, Zagreb, on 24 July 2019, the Ombudswoman has initiated a proceeding requesting from the State…
No institutional reaction to alleged illegal police treatment of migrants
Since there has been no reaction so far to the Ombudswoman’s letter to the competent institutions (to State’s Attorney Office, Speaker of the Croatian Parliament, Chairpersons of the…
Ombudswoman warned the MI to grant NPM access to data on irregular migrants’ treatment
Since during the visit to Tovarnik Border Police Station the National Preventive Mechanism (NPM) was denied access to all data on treatment towards the irregular migrants, the Ombudswoman…