Stigmatization can lead to violations of rights, discrimination and can impair the efforts in containing the pandemic
Living in times of widespread fear from COVID-19, caused by the coronavirus, citizens who are perceived to be infected, or those who indeed are infected, are in an…
Insulting and utterly inappropriate statement by an MP about older persons
As the coronavirus pandemic rages throughout the world, with over one million infected and already taking more than 70,000 lives of people of all ages, Croatian MP Ivan…
The pandemic may have a particularly heavy impact on the Roma population
International Roma Day is celebrated every year on April 8th, commemorating the first World Roma Congress in London in 1971, where the green and blue flag was reaffirmed…
Frequently Asked Questions from Citizens Regarding the Consequences of the Coronavirus Epidemic
An increasing number of citizens contact us daily with questions related to the coronavirus epidemic. However, most of these matters do not fall within our jurisdiction, so we…
Additional efforts needed to care for the homeless during the coronavirus pandemic
Homeless people are one of the most vulnerable groups in the society at all times and particularly during the pandemic. They have a weak immune system, generally do…
It is important to precisely determine whose data will be collected and to envisage monitoring
As one of the preventive measures against the spread of coronavirus, especially because of those who frequently violate the self-isolation measure, the Government proposed amendments to the Electronic…
No entry without a mask – does this business practice constitute discrimination?
Reports appeared in the media that certain service providers or retailers are requesting their customers to wear protective masks before entering their places of business, with the aim…
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…