News
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Veronika Bajt published new article on securitized return policy in Slovenia
An article in Critical Sociology examines how political pressures, institutional practices and control shape the return policy for migrants in Slovenia.
From legal standards to practice: FULL-PROOF guidance booklets
We developed guidance booklets to support the more effective implementation of procedural rights in criminal proceedings.
Timely and effective access to a lawyer and confidential communication
Watch the new animated video, which explains the right of access to a lawyer in a clear and accessible way.
Peace Institute Annual Report 2025: Research, Public Engagement, and Partnerships for a Democratic Society
Our research, educational, and advocacy work during a year marked by growing militarisation, increasing pressure on civil society, attacks on independent media, and the deteriorating conditions for critical social...
International Cross-Professional Seminar in Poznan: From Legal Standards to the Effective Implementation of Procedural Rights in Practice
The seminar provided a platform for exchanging experiences on the practical implementation of procedural safeguards for suspects and accused persons, particularly in cases involving persons in vulnerable situation.
Integration in Slovenia – Key Findings Presented at the 10th African Village Festival
Lana Zdravković presented the findings of research on the integration of migrants in Slovenia at the 10th African Village Festival,
Projects
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Sound Walk as a Model for the Destigmatization of Migrants and the Strengthening of Social Dialogue
The project develops a participatory sound walk as an innovative arts-based research approach to fostering understanding of migration experiences, reducing the stigmatization of migrants, and strengthening social dialogue. It is […]
Voices to Action: Participatory Research and Advocacy for Roma Rights in Slovenia
The project encourages Roma community members to participate in research on issues affecting their everyday lives actively and to contribute to developing recommendations to improve public policies and practices.
Amplifying Voices: Advocacy & Strategic Communication for Impact (AVASCI)
The project aims to strengthen ethical research practices and advocacy for vulnerable individuals with irregular status who have no, or only very limited, access to legal and psychosocial support.
FULL-PROOF – Ensuring the due course of criminal proceedings by strengthening respect for the procedural rights of suspects and the accused
The project focuses on the rights outlined in Directive 2012/13/EU, Directive 2013/48/EU, and Directive 2016/1919/EU.
The Integration of Immigrants into the Social Security System in Slovenia: Analysis of Statistical Indicators, Policies, Public Opinion, and Media Reporting
The project addresses immigrant integration, welfare state policies, and media reporting, while also positioning itself within the concepts of nationalism and social inclusion/exclusion.
Empowering Migrant Voices for Local Integration and Inclusion – EMV-LII
Supporting the development and implementation of local integration strategies by increasing migrants’ and diaspora organisations’ participation for more effective inclusion at the local and regional levels.
Publications
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Chapter / Slovenia: Pushbacks of Unwanted Migration
A scientific monograph titled Border Criminologies from the Periphery: Cross‑national Conversations on Bordered Penality has been published by Routledge. Dr. Veronika Bajt has contributed a chapter on Slovenia.
Article / Emotional solidarity: social movements’ framing of migration
The journal Social Movement Studies has published an article by Mojca Pajnik and Marko Ribać on emotional solidarity within social movements in the field of migration.
Chapter / Why is Hate Speech a Problem?
Veronika Bajt has a contributed in the academic monograph Compassionate Language among Youth: Linking Government, Science, Profession and Civil Society in the Search for Responses to Hate Speech, just...
Article / Media Creation of Anti-refugee Hate Speech in Facebook Comments
A new study presented in the journal the Public provides an in-depth analysis of anti-refugee hate speech in Facebook comments.
National Report on Anti-LGBTIQ+ Hate Crime in Slovenia Released
The report underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing all forms of anti-LGBTIQ+ harm to better support affected communities.
Report / Building Responsible Action for Inclusive Local Communities, National report – Slovenia
The purpose of this national report is to offer basic knowledge for further activities and comprehensive information about problems in the field of racism, xenophobia and intolerance in Ljubljana,...