Events

Celebrating 20 Years of Zveza Seniorjev Nova Slovenija (N.Si)

Our President, Stefaan Vercamer, represented the ESU at the 20th anniversary celebration of N.Si’s Seniors Organisation, a member of the EPP family in Slovenia. This event marked Stefaan’s first regional appearance since his election in April, and he delivered a strong message on the future of senior care.

The celebration was attended by prominent figures such as MEP Matej Tonin, who is also President of N.Si, and Janez Cigler Kralj, leader of N.Si’s parliamentary group in Solvenia. The President of the Seniors Organisation, Mag. Zdravko Luketič expressed sharp criticism of the current government, voicing concerns about media manipulation, weak migration policies, and unmet pension promises.

President Vercamer addressed the gathering, reaffirming ESU’s full support for the European Care Strategy and highlighting some key priorities:

  • Protecting the rights and well-being of care recipients and caregivers.
  • Promoting innovative solutions like co-housing and community services for older persons.
  • Addressing underinvestment and workforce shortages in long-term care.
  • Improving access to care in rural and depopulated areas. 

    You can find president Vercamer’s speech here.

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