Prishtina, September 13, 2024 – On September 12 and 13, 2024, the Ombudsman participated in the Conference “The Role of the Ombudsman as a guarantor of rights”, organized by the Ombudsman of the Lazio Region, Mr. Marino Fardelli. The conference was organized in the Italian city of Cassino, a city that is a symbol of peace and stability.

The purpose of this conference, attended by over 160 delegations and representatives of human rights institutions from around the world, was: joint discussion on current challenges in the field of human rights, the role of Ombudsmen in the protection and promotion of rights of man during global crises, as well as the exchange of experiences of different countries in addressing the socio-economic and environmental challenges of the time.

The conference took place in three work sessions, with different topics of discussion. In the session where socio-economic and environmental challenges were discussed, Mrs. Meral Tejeci Çela, Senior Legal Adviser at the Ombudsman’s Institution, who briefed the audience on the work and activities of the Ombudsman in the promotion and protection of environmental rights in the country.

On this occasion, those present were informed about Kosovo’s achievements in respect of environmental rights, about the legislation aligned with international standards, emphasizing the role of the Ombudsman for this legislation to be effectively implemented in practice, enabling effective protection of human rights and environmental rights.