Recommendations for Improvements in the Social Welfare System Still “On Hold“
In the recent years several tragic events took place in relation with the functioning of the social welfare system: a dramatic case of domestic violence on the island…
Emotional Reactions and Sanctions Are Not Enough; We Need Systemic Change in Five Steps
The recent death of a two-year-old girl is only one in a series of tragic events connected with the social welfare system that took place in the last…
State’s Debt to the Pharmacies Should Not Lead to Reductions in Patients’ Rights
The right to health protection, including access to medication, is one of the rights guaranteed by the Constitution. In the recent days Croatia has been witnessing problems regarding…
Recommendations to Prevent Illegal Construction
As the figures show, this long-term problem persists, even after the passing of the period set out for the legalisation of the illegally built buildings. Efforts to resolve…
Following Ombudswoman’s Recommendation, Operation of Debt Collection Agencies to Be Legally Regulated
Following warnings in several of our annual reports about the treatment of citizens by debt collection agencies, this year might see first positive steps in the regulation of…
New Croatian Ombudswoman Sworn In Before the Parliament
“I pledge to abide by the Constitution and the law in my work, that I will respect the legal order of the Republic of Croatia and that I…
Combatting Racism Requires Stronger Laws and Better Implementation
Online racist hate speech, hate crimes and racial discrimination are the concerning trends present both globally as well as in Europe. They are both a violation of law…
Right to Water Crucial for Protection of Health and Decent Life Quality
We need water every day: for drinking, food preparation, hygiene, sanitary needs. Thus, its availability and its sanitary fitness are preconditions for both the protection of human health,…
Tena Šimonović Einwalter Appointed as the new Ombudswoman of the Republic of Croatia
At its plenary session held on 19 March 2021 by a majority of 115 votes for, the Croatian Parliament appointed Tena Šimonović Einwalter as the new Ombudswoman of…
COVID-19 and Discrimination – Promising Practices of Equality Bodies
“Equality must be at the centre of the COVID-19 response. This type of an approach would benefit all and equality bodies can make a valuable contribution,” stressed Tena…