Being here for everyone
You disagree with an authority’s decision or procedure; the authority is inactive even though it should act; its decision-making is taking too long; you were not invited to become a party to certain proceedings; an officer treats you inappropriately, etc.
They treat you, or someone close to you, badly in a retirement home, treatment facility for long-term patients, psychiatric hospital, children’s home, prison, or some other facility, and you think that the Ombudsman should make an inspection.
Do you believe that someone is treating you differently because of your age, sex, nationality or on some other grounds specified by the Anti-Discrimination Act? Is it an authority, a company or local self-government that discriminate against you?
Have you experienced discrimination, unhelpfulness on the part of authorities or ill-treatment because of your disability? Would you like to let us know about any systemic problems, such as unavailability of certain services, barriers, etc.?
Read through our recommendations on how to deal with certain problems, such as debt enforcement, lengthy court proceedings, obtaining a construction permit, bullying at work, pension and social benefits, contact with children after divorce, infractions, etc.
April 1, 2026
For the first time in its history, the Czech Republic has appointed a Children’s Ombudsman. Members of Parliament have elected Martin Beneš to the position. He will serve as a defender of children’s rights for the next six years.
February 5, 2026
The government has submitted an amendment to the Building Act to the Chamber of Deputies without first conducting a public consultation process. The Ombudsman disagrees with this approach. He warns that the amendment provides insufficient protection for public interests such as the protection of health, the environment, and cultural heritage. He also points to a weakening of the rights of citizens and other participants in building permit proceedings.
February 3, 2026
What weighs on young people’s minds the most? This question was asked to nearly 300 children and young adults aged 11–25. Despite differences in age, respondents agreed on one key issue: mental health. United Nations Human Rights (OHCHR) is currently preparing a report examining how mental health challenges affect young people’s ability to fully enjoy their human rights. The study will be presented at the 63rd session of the UN Human Rights Council in September this year.