International Day for the Eradication of Poverty and Social Exclusion
At the initiative of the United Nations, the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty and Social Exclusion is marked on 17 October. This year’s theme seeks to…
The Ombudswoman at the adoption of directives on equality bodies
Ombudswoman Tena Šimonović Einwalter participated on 15 October 2024 in Brussels in the central event marking the adoption of EU directives that will strengthen the fight against discrimination…
Ignoring the Problem – Years Without Progress in the Care for Homeless People
When talking to homeless individuals, one of the most common statements they make is that they feel invisible to other people. Unfortunately, this impression – of not seeing…
Two Cases Involving Convicted Doctors: Ombudswoman Reiterates Recommendations to the Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health must urgently amend the Health Care Act to prevent doctors or other healthcare professionals who have been accused or convicted of certain criminal offences…
Free Rail Transport for Older Persons – A Positive Measure with Negative Consequences for Those Seeking Medical Treatment
Published on the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons, observed on Tuesday, 1 October 2024 Ombudswoman Tena Šimonović Einwalter has proposed to the Government of the…
Violation of the Rights of Pensioners Waiting Too Long for Their Pensions
Published on the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons, observed on Tuesday, 1 October 2024 Pensioners who wait for months to receive their earned pensions have…
Roundtable on the Importance of Anti-Corruption Policies at the Local and Regional Level
Deputy Ombudswoman Dijana Kesonja participated in the roundtable organized by the Ministry of Justice, Public Administration and Digital Transformation on the topic “The Importance of Anti-Corruption Policies in…
Conference on Responsible Business Conduct and Responsible Agricultural Supply Chains
Deputy Ombudswoman Dijana Kesonja participated on Tuesday, 24 September 2024, in the conference on responsible business conduct in agriculture, organized by the Ministry of Economy in cooperation with…
Guide for Whistleblowers Presented
On September 20, 2024, Ombudswoman Tena Šimonović Einwalter presented the Guide for Whistleblowers. The aim of the Guide is to improve understanding of the legal framework, increase the…
UN Human Rights Committee Reviewed the Implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights in Croatia and Issued Recommendations to Address Identified Challenges
Deputy Ombudswoman Tatjana Vlašić participated on 1 July 2024 in the 141st session of the United Nations Human Rights Committee in Geneva. Among the topics discussed was the…