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Established in 2003, University of Primorska (UP) comprises six faculties, a research institute, a university library, and student hostels. With a strong international focus, UP annually educates about 6,000 students across approximately 80 study programs at all three academic levels, including five programs taught in English. Nearly a fifth of its student body is international, and this global perspective is reflected in its staff, with over 12% of researchers and higher education teachers hailing from abroad.

UP is also deeply engaged with its local and regional communities, increasingly asserting its influence through various networking activities. These include science communication initiatives via the Science Centre and events, collaborations with schoolchildren and teachers, the establishment of an alumni office, technology and innovation transfer, student projects in partnership with industry, promoting responsible science, and offering additional training for diverse groups.

In autumn 2023, UP is set to become a full member of Transform4Europe. It has already been active in the European Network of Innovative Higher Education Organisations (ENIHEI) for over a year. Through these affiliations, UP brings international innovations to both its immediate and broader environments, establishing itself as a knowledgeable and scientifically grounded participant in these spheres.

CONTACT: elena.buzan@upr.si

University of Ljubljana is the oldest and largest higher education and scientific research institution in Slovenia, founded in 1919. The main building, the academies and many faculties are located in the city centre. The newer university buildings are located on the outskirts of Ljubljana, giving the university and its students an old-world feel in the city. The University of Ljubljana is renowned for its high-quality study programmes in the social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, medicine, engineering, arts and sports. Interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary studies are carried out with foreign universities at all three levels.

CONTACT: mojca.kotar@uni-lj.si

The Faculty of Education at the University of Ljubljana trains teachers and other education professionals, ranging from preschool teachers and elementary school teachers to subject teachers for elementary and secondary schools, with a special emphasis on interdisciplinary competence, employability, and the needs of educational practice. In addition to training teachers, it also trains professionals in the fields of social, special, and rehabilitation pedagogy, thereby supporting inclusive education for children and adolescents with diverse needs. Its study programs combine academic, pedagogical, and professional competencies with practical experience in educational institutions, supported by mentors and partnerships with schools. The Faculty is also a major center for educational research and professional development in Slovenia, active in the fields of educational sciences, natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and the arts, while maintaining strong national and international collaboration through research projects, academic exchanges, and partnerships with professional organizations.

CONTACT: zan.rode@pef.uni-lj.si

The University of Maribor (UM) is an autonomous, scientific research and educational public institution. It is the second largest and the second oldest university in Slovenia, striving for excellence, integrity, interdisciplinarity, coexistence between education and scientific research, internationalisation and cooperation with the local economy.

CONTACT: mojca.gradic@um.si

At the Jožef Stefan Institute’s Department of Environmental Sciences, our research is multidisciplinary, concentrating on the dynamic interactions among physical, chemical, and biological processes that influence our environment, humans, and their activities. Our research is structured around three primary areas: first, we develop, optimize, and validate various analytical methods; second, we investigate biogeochemical processes responsible for the movement and transformation of substances in nature; and third, we focus on evaluating environmental impacts and assessing the risks to human health and the environment stemming from human alterations of natural settings.

CONTACT: david.kocman@ijs.si

National Institute of Biology (NIB) stands as one of Slovenia’s most prominent independent public research institutes in the field of life sciences. Its primary mission is to advance knowledge in biological sciences, focusing on understanding life processes, preserving biodiversity, and sustaining a healthy environment. These efforts are directed towards enhancing the quality of life and promoting sustainable development.

CONTACT: Tina.Elersek@nib.si, katja.sinur@nib.si

Slovenian Institute fo Adult Education serves as the primary public institution and the leading authority for adult education in Slovenia. It actively fosters a culture of lifelong learning, specifically focusing on adult education, through a diverse range of research, programs, projects, and events. The Centre’s mission is to reinforce the lifelong learning culture and ensure equitable, accessible, and high-quality educational opportunities and learning experiences for all adults in Slovenia.

CONTACT: johanna.robinson@acs.si, info@acs.si

Since its establishment in 1998, LUTRA, a private entity dedicated to preserving natural heritage, has been actively involved in environmental and nature conservation. The institute primarily focuses its research and developmental efforts on two species: the Eurasian otter (Lutra lutra) and, more recently, the European beaver (Castor fiber).

LUTRA’s work encompasses a variety of environmental initiatives, including conducting environmental impact assessments, preparing environmental reports, and closely monitoring animal populations and their habitats. Additionally, the institute evaluates the effects of environmental actions on wildlife, offering specialized guidance and opinions in the realm of nature preservation.

A notable aspect of LUTRA’s work involves understanding public attitudes towards natural heritage and specific wildlife species. This aspect is integral to the institute’s educational and promotional endeavors. In these efforts, the beaver and otter play key roles as flagship species. The otter is primarily used to highlight the conservation of inland water ecosystems and their biodiversity, while the beaver is recognized for its potential to aid in climate change mitigation through its natural activities.

CONTACT: info@lutra.si

Academic and Research Network of Slovenia – Arnes is a public infrastructure institution that provides services to organisations in the fields of research, education and culture, and facilitates their networking and cooperation with each other and with similar organisations abroad.

Arnes is part of the Slovenian Open Science Community and is an authorised organisation in the European Open Science Cloud (ESOC) and one of the key organisers of the Open Science Day, which takes place in the framework of the Arnes Knowledge Network Conference. He also leads the Slovenian National Supercomputing Network (SLING) consortium, which develops distributed computing and manages the supercomputing infrastructure in Slovenia.

It also builds, maintains and manages the network infrastructure connecting universities, institutes, research labs, museums, schools, databases and digital libraries. It offers its users the same services as national academic networks in other countries, with which it participates in European Commission projects to test, develop solutions and deploy new internet protocols and services. It also provides services that are not provided by commercial organisations but are a prerequisite for the functioning of the Internet in Slovenia.

CONTACT: arnes.si

Research at the UNG Research Centre for Humanities is carried out in the following fields and at the intersections between them: literary studies, gender studies, digital humanities, cultural history, new media, cultural studies, and critical and art theory. They include: research on intimacy, cultural heritage, intercultural mediation, the intermedial dimension of literature, and connections to other artistic and cultural practices with their associated discourses.

CONTACT: info.rch@ung.si 

Institute for the Development of Inclusive Societies (IRVD) was established in 2014 with the objective of generating and disseminating knowledge about the significance and values of an inclusive society. This mission gained heightened relevance following the incorporation of inclusion as a core element in the global Sustainable Development Goals during the United Nations Summit in September 2015, as part of the 2030 Agenda. Since then, IRVD has concentrated on investigating the discrepancies between societal norms and actual societal conditions. Our approach has increasingly aligned with exploring the coherence of efforts towards an inclusive society and sustainable development, specifically under Goal 17 of the 2030 Agenda, along with applied ethics and deliberative democracy.

IRVD emphasizes that it operates differently from traditional scientific institutions focused on basic or professional science. Our work aligns more closely with the concept of citizen science, which has been a guiding principle since our inception. Despite not being a conventional scientific entity, we have successfully defined our unique role and maintained a responsible and respectful approach towards professional science. This stance has allowed us to build a broad network of collaborators, including those from academic circles.

CONTACT: kontakt@irvd.si

Institute of Information Sciences (IZUM) serves as a vital public infrastructure entity in Slovenia, operating primarily as a library information service. It plays a crucial role in supporting Slovenian science, culture, and education through information services. A key function of IZUM is to design, develop, and manage the technical and communication infrastructure necessary for the COBISS national bibliographic system. Additionally, IZUM oversees the SICRIS information system, which tracks research activities in Slovenia, and assists in the development of similar systems in other nations, notably E-CRIS.

IZUM is also tasked with the development and management of library information systems in several other countries, including Serbia, North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Bulgaria, and Albania. These systems are integrated into the COBISS.net network. Furthermore, IZUM facilitates free access for Slovenian users to various international databases and services, achieved through consortium agreements with foreign electronic resource providers.

CONTACT:  renata.zadravec@izum.si

House of Experiments is Slovenia’s first science center. As a non-profit institution, it is dedicated to curious minds of all ages. It serves as a center for empowering society through curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and active problem-solving.

Through open communication and by creating a safe environment where making mistakes is part of the process of exploration and discovery, our interactive activities encourage the development of critical thinking and curiosity.

Over its 30 years of operation, HE has become a recognized player in the field of experiential learning, research, and the promotion of science. It has (co-)created numerous international projects that have contributed to the development of innovative approaches to learning and fostering curiosity. HE also coordinates the European Researchers’ Night project “Noč ma svojo moč” (“Night Has Its Power”), within which six citizen science projects have already been carried out.

Among the original and engaging activities that inspire visitors are science shows, the annual science festival Znanstival, the traveling science center Hiška eksperimentov (Little House of Experiments), family events (Družinjenja), interactive experimental workshops Znanstveni Krneki, popular science lectures for the general public ZnaČAJ Znanosti, science fairy tales, and much more.

HE maintains strong collaborations with scientists and experts from various fields, including physics, biology, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, geology, meteorology, and the humanities. These partnerships enable the development of innovative educational programs and international projects.

More information is available at www.he.si, www.nocmoc.eu, and www.znanstival.si.

CONTACT: info@he.si

Centre for Language Resources and Technologies (CJVT) is part of the University of Ljubljana. The aim of the CJVT is to enable the successful development of the Slovenian language in the digital age. In line with this vision, researchers from various fields are working on digital language resources and tools, following the principles that all products should be up-to-date in terms of content and methodology, user-friendly and openly accessible for further development.

CONTACT: info@cjvt.si

Nutrition Institute is a research-focused institution holding a state concession for conducting public research. Central to its mission is the research program “Nutrition and Public Health” (ARIS P3-0395). Additionally, the Institute manages the Infrastructure Programme for Monitoring Food Composition and Labelling (ARIS I0-0054), which encompasses aspects of occasional science.

In its pursuit of excellence, the Institute collaborates with various organizations, including IJS (Jožef Stefan Institute), the Slovenian Consumers’ Association, and the NIJZ (National Institute of Public Health). These collaborative efforts align with the Institute’s overarching vision, which is to enhance the safety and quality of food supplies and to fortify public health. This is achieved through pioneering research in nutrition and public health, addressing contemporary challenges and contributing to societal well-being.

CONTACT: info@nutris.org 

The Dobra Pot Institute is a cultural and sustainable action institute from Brkini, founded with the desire to protect natural and cultural heritage in a fresh and innovative way. For the eighth year, the institute has been organising education, workshops and training for the general public and developing programmes for rural youth. Through its activities, it aims to address the current social challenges of the rural environment and to respond to the perceived needs of the Karst-Brkini region, as well as the wider Slovenian area. It sees heritage as an extraordinary potential for a sustainable and sustainable way into the future, which is why it also focuses intensively on projects for the actualisation, popularisation and, in the modern era, the necessary digitisation of cultural heritage. Based on its achievements so far, the team of the Institute has time and again found that heritage is an excellent tool for connecting and empowering communities.

CONTACT: info@dobra-pot.si

Slovenian forestry institute is a public research institute of national importance in the fields of basic and applied research on forests, forest landscapes, forest ecosystems, wildlife ecology, hunting, forest management, and the use of forest goods and services. Scientific knowledge in these fields of research enables the study of forest biodiversity, its roles and its management in relation to changing climatic conditions.

CONTACT: info@gozdis.si

The Centre for Cognitive Science at the Faculty of Education, University of Ljubljana, brings together educators and researchers working in the broader field of cognitive science. The Centre also hosts the Laboratory for Empirical Phenomenology (Observatory), whose primary activity is to investigate the experiential aspects of cognitive phenomena such as thinking, remembering, mind-wandering and decision-making.

CONTACT: kognitivna@pef.uni-lj.si

The InnoRenew CoE Centre of Excellence is an independent research institute established in 2017 as a result of the InnoRenew CoE project. InnoRenew CoE is dedicated to researching renewable materials and sustainable construction and to translating scientific knowledge into industrial practice. In this context, we have a special focus on the innovative and interdisciplinary study of wood and its applications. The mission of the InnoRenew CoE is to generate new knowledge in the field of nature-based solutions, in particular through the use of wood to promote and accelerate the adoption of regenerative sustainability, by: advances in materials development and processing to optimise performance and knowledge generation, engineered living materials that exploit the function and capabilities of living organisms, design solutions to improve health and sustainability based on Restorative Environmental and Ergonomic Design (REED). Progress in these areas will contribute to more sustainable forests, a healthier built environment and growth in the forestry and wood industries.

CONTACT: ana.slavec@innorenew.eu

The Agricultural Institute of Slovenia is Slovenia’s leading agricultural research institution, dealing comprehensively with the problems of modern agriculture and extending its activities into the fields of environmental protection and ecology. The Agricultural Institute of Slovenia is a public research institute that carries out basic, applied and development research and professional tasks in agriculture, publishes the results of scientific research, professional and control work, performs tasks on the basis of authorisations and accreditations, and checks the quality of agricultural products and products used in agriculture. The Institute is also involved in training producers, educating young people and providing advice to various users in agriculture.

CONTACT: barbara.pipan@kis.si 

The Urban Institute of the Republic of Slovenia (UIRS) is Slovenia’s leading scientific research institution in the field of spatial planning and development. Its work includes research on smart cities, urban regeneration, sustainable mobility, nature-based solutions, ageing populations and public participation.  

CONTACT: obcanska.znanost@uirs.si                                          

Cosmolab, the Institute for the Promotion and Popularisation of Astrophysics, was founded by Prof. Dr. Andreja Gomboc, Assoc. Dr. Barbara Rovšek, Assoc. Dr. Dunja Fabjan and Andrej Guštin, in order to effectively implement and develop activities in the field of astronomy and astrophysics in the public interest, to create and implement educational and research projects, to organise workshops, lectures, meetings, events, exhibitions, presentations and courses for different age groups, to create teaching and learning materials.

CONTACT: info@cosmolab.si                                           

The Koper Scientific Research Centre (ZRS Koper) is the main scientific research centre in the Slovenian Mediterranean. The activities of the Koper Scientific Research Centre are highly interdisciplinary, interweaving the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. It places particular emphasis on the study of Mediterranean and Adriatic themes. With its associated research infrastructure units, it creates a stimulating environment for the researcher, examining contemporary issues in society and contributing to its well-being, thus responding to the needs of the environment and the economy according to the principles of the new times, new paradigms and in creative communication with the direct users of knowledge.

CONTACT:  barbara.bradaspremrl@zrs-kp.si                                        

The Digital Research Infrastructure for Arts and Humanities (DARIAH) promotes and supports digitally-oriented research and education in the humanities. The Slovenian DARIAH-SI is part of the DARIAH ERIC and operates as a consortium of partners consisting of the Institute for Contemporary History (INZ) and the Scientific Research Centre of the Slovenian Academy of Sciences and Arts (ZRC SAZU). In collaboration with various institutions in the humanities and social sciences, DARIAH-SI ensures that its activities meet the needs of key stakeholders in Slovenia. Its main task is to develop, maintain and manage a digital research infrastructure that enables researchers to use modern digital tools and technologies. By connecting scientific research communities, DARIAH brings together digital humanities initiatives across Europe, building on proven examples of good practice.

CONTACT: vojko.gorjanc@inz.si                                     

The Institute of Contemporary History is a modern history institute with a sixty-year tradition, which follows the development of historiography and takes into account the achievements of other humanities and social sciences, especially the digital humanities. The Institute of Contemporary History is increasingly focused on understanding and solving the current social problems of our time, which are multifaceted and often global. Creating new, excellent and in-depth knowledge therefore requires interdisciplinary and technologically advanced research based on innovative methods in internationally intertwined teams of motivated researchers.

CONTACT: andrej.pancur@inz.si                                    

GoChile is an educational and non-commercial project of the University of Nova Gorica and the astronomy magazine Spika. It is aimed at students of physics and astrophysics at the University of Nova Gorica, students of all schools in Slovenia and amateur astronomers. Students gain practical experience in astronomical observations by working with a telescope. We also organise public observations.

CONTACT: gochile@ung.si                               

The Slovenian Science Foundation (SZF) is Slovenia’s main private-law institution for the promotion and advancement of science. Founded in 1994. The purpose of the SZF is to plan and implement independent moral and financial support for members of the Slovenian scientific community and for those who demonstrate a talent for research while still at school. SZF brings together the private and third sectors with the public sector of the Republic of Slovenia in a common effort for more science in society and in the country. Its programme is complementary to the efforts of the public sector. The NWF plans and operates at local (Ljubljana), national and international level.

CONTACT: edvard.kobal@gmail.com                          

Its core mission is to explore, collect and communicate knowledge about space and space technologies to the public in a way that meaningfully integrates and intertwines science, business, tourism and the arts.

The core activity of the Herman Potočnik Noordunga Space Technology Centre is to promote space technologies and to manifest human achievements in space through the interplay of art and high technologies. The offer includes the development, installation and marketing of space content in the form of art exhibitions, exhibits and multimedia interactive applications, which are offered to the general public.

We also raise the profile of Slovenian and international institutions in the field of space activities in all areas through networking and international alliances. Through dedicated symposia, we present and disseminate the importance of space exploration to the general public.

CONTACT: info@center-noordung.si                         

The Institute of Education is the central national institution for research on education. It carries out basic and applied research, evaluation and development studies in all areas of education.

CONTACT: igor.peras@pei.si                         

Technopark Celje is the largest science and entertainment park in Slovenia. Our mission is to be a key link between the local community, educational institutions at all levels and the economy. The institute was established to offer an innovative and creative environment in which activities that promote science, technology and creativity take place We conduct STEAM interactive activities for visitors, organise trainings, study visits, seminars and other events in the field of STEAM in the local area, We promote STEAM events at local, regional and national level, act as an info point for science networking, encourage scientific research and socially responsible behaviour, promote materials in the field of science, technology and innovation, and network with related institutions at home and abroad. We have established scientific research and development activities and are registered as a research organisation with ARISU – the public agency for scientific research and innovation activities of the Republic of Slovenia. We have excellent infrastructure to implement STEAM activities in a fun way. The park is designed in three platforms on 4.000 m². In the first and second platform, it has more than 50 different STEAM research exhibits.

CONTACT: tehnopark@celje.si                   

The Chemical Institute is an internationally recognized research organization in the field of chemistry and related scientific disciplines. It was established in 1946 as the Chemical Laboratory of the Slovenian Academy of Sciences and Arts, and today operates as a public research institute in the field of scientific research and development. Basic and applied research is focused on areas that are of long-term importance both for Slovenia and globally, including materials research, life sciences, biotechnology, chemical engineering, structural and theoretical chemistry, analytical chemistry, and environmental protection. The institute’s activities are closely aligned with the needs of the domestic and international pharmaceutical, chemical, automotive, and nanobiotechnology industries.

CONTACT:  natasa.jager.radin@ki.si                 

The Peace Institute is an independent, non-profit research institute. It was founded in 1991 by a group of individuals who believed in peaceful conflict resolution, equality, and respect for human rights. Through scientific research and public campaigns, the Institute strives to promote an open community capable of critical thinking and based on the principles of equality, responsibility, solidarity, human rights, and the rule of law.

The Institute develops research, educational, and awareness-raising activities in the fields of social sciences and humanities in five thematic areas: politics, human rights and minorities, media, gender, and cultural policies. It advocates for vulnerable groups and works with them to eliminate discrimination. It is a prominent research and civil society actor in Slovenia, the region, and internationally, and an indispensable reference in the fields in which it operates. It connects with other related actors (institutes, universities, non-governmental organizations) and with citizens at the local, regional, and international levels.

CONTACT: brankica.petkovic@mirovni-institut.si               

The Geological Survey of Slovenia (GeoZS) is a multidisciplinary public research institute with a very wide range of activities and a scientific and professional focus on geology and other geosciences. We respond to the demands of society and are the central Slovenian geological institution. We are the national custodian of geological information and the center of national geological research with a long tradition of data acquisition, information preparation and sharing, and geological research management. We conduct basic and applied research and provide access to objective and accurate data and research results. We follow the principles of open science. We participate in global research trends and achieve our goals within the network of European geological institutions united in EuroGeoSurveys (EGS), which provides expert, science-based information in the European area for addressing challenges and developing policies, regulations, and programs in fields related to geoscience.

CONTACT: info@geo-zs.si           

The Milan Vidmar Electrical Engineering Institute (EIMV), Department of Environment and Spatial Planning (OOK), supports the energy sector, local communities, and the state in environmental protection and the development of sustainable solutions. We are involved in environmental monitoring, the development of modern sensor systems, open data platforms, accredited measurements, and environmental expert bases. We see citizen science as an opportunity to involve the public in measurement campaigns, educate young people, and develop open IoT solutions for a better understanding of the environment. Through our work, we want to contribute to the dissemination of open science and the connection of research institutions with the public.

CONTACT: urska.kugovnik@eimv.si           

The IRRIS Institute’s research activities focus on the study of social and historical relations at both the micro and macro levels of social life, with an emphasis on sustainable development, social justice, social sustainability, intergenerational and social solidarity, and intercultural coexistence. IRRIS’s mission is carried out through interdisciplinary comparative studies and (re)interpretations of social processes and patterns in the interaction between culture and nature at both the global and local levels.

CONTACT: urska.lampe@irris.eu       

Central Technical Library at the University of Ljubljana is Slovenia’s largest library for engineering and natural sciences. It is embedded in the national research infrastructure. It promotes and supports various open science practices. Its infrastructure also supports citizen science research.

France Bevk public library, located in Nova Gorica, serves as the primary general library in the area, comprising a main unit, nine local branches, and a bibliobus that operates across six municipalities. As one of the top ten central regional libraries, it plays a pivotal role in connecting with other libraries in the Goriška region and spearheads the harmonized advancement of librarianship in the area. Additionally, as a key library in the border region, it collaborates closely with the Gorizia branch of the National and Study Library of Trieste. This partnership is vital in fostering the growth of library public services internationally. Adapting to societal shifts and evolving user needs, the Gorizia Library continuously spreads new knowledge and integrates novel services.

CONTACT: sasa.vidmar@gkfb.si

Ljubljana City Library stands as Slovenia’s largest general library and the most extensively connected cultural entity within the Municipality of Ljubljana. Acting as the central regional library, it plays a key role in coordinating, connecting, and guiding the activities of general libraries in the region. Through the implementation of pioneering and inventive approaches in culture and education, the library elevates the social standing of the Slovenian community and boosts the global recognition of Slovenian libraries.

CONTACT: andreja.vovk-iskric@mklj.si

Kranj City Library, one of Slovenia’s ten central regional libraries, unites the general libraries in the Gorenjska region. It achieves this by creating shared services for diverse user groups and collaborating with local and broader community institutions. Comprising a central unit, six local libraries, and four lending libraries with mobile collections, the library provides an extensive array of services. These include a variety of events, educational programs, exhibitions, and workshops, in addition to its material lending services.

CONTACT: nina.svetelj@mkk.si, maja.vunsek@mkk.si

The University Library of the University of Nova Gorica supports the educational, research and artistic activities of the University by selecting, processing and providing materials and information resources in all fields of science, and also offers its resources and services to the interested public. An important task of the library is to maintain bibliographies of researchers.

CONTACT: marjetka.veluscek@ung.si

The Library of the Slovenian Academy of Sciences and Arts (SAZU) is a special library in the field of science, which has been operating under the auspices of SAZU since its establishment in 1938, and within which the libraries of the SAZU Scientific Research Centre’s institutes also operate. In accordance with the Act on the Slovenian Academy of Sciences and Arts, it takes care of the improvement and preservation of the library collection, legacies and works of art important for the cultural and natural heritage, while at the same time following developments and actively participating in projects in the field of digital humanities, such as the Slovenian Biographies project.

CONTACT: sazu-biblioteka@sazu.si

The Cankar library Vrhnika is a general library operating in three municipalities – Vrhnika, Borovnica and Log – Dragomer. It was founded in 1958 and named after the writer Ivan Cankar, who was born in Vrhnika.  On 31 December 2023, the library had a total of 162,581 items of physical material, and it also offers free loans of e-books, audiobooks and Slovenian films. The University for the Third Age of Life in Vrhnika also operates under their auspices. In Vrhnika, they also offer 24-hour return and borrowing of pre-ordered library materials via packet and book machines. They organise literary evenings, lectures and exhibitions, and various courses in which the local population has expressed interest.

CONTACT: jelena.cvetkovic@ckv.si

The University Library of Maribor (UKM) is the central university library of the University of Maribor, the second depository organisation of the written cultural heritage of the Republic of Slovenia and the home library for the city of Maribor. It provides information support for educational, scientific research and artistic work at the University, coordinates the library system of the University of Maribor, as an archival library it holds the obligatory copies of library materials from the territory of the Republic of Slovenia, and as a home lore library it collects, documents and transmits home lore materials for the city of Maribor and its wider surroundings. The system of expert referees working in various scientific fields, the richness of the special collections of the UKM, home lore and the collection of memories of the local environment, digitisation, education, co-creation of the cultural image of the city, open science, etc., are the potential for the practice of citizen science also in the library.

CONTACT: jerneja.ferlez@um.si

We are a general library providing public service library services in an area with approximately 37,000 inhabitants.

CONTACT: patricija.breznikar@kjv.si

The National and University Library is the national library of the Republic of Slovenia, whose basic mission is to collect, preserve and ensure the use of the national collection of library materials, to provide professional support to libraries in the performance of their public service and to the national bibliographic system, and to participate in international library networks. NUK is responsible for the development and maintenance of the dLib.si portal, which provides access to a wide range of digital content in the fields of science, art and culture. On the basis of a contract between the Library and the University of Ljubljana, and with the consent of the founder, it also serves as the University Library of the University of Ljubljana. The Library takes care of Plečnik’s and other heritage in its use or possession and carries out archival activities.

CONTACT: jana.kolar@nuk.uni-lj.si                                    

The Maribor Library is a general public library consisting of 21 library units and a Travelling Library with a bibliobus. It provides library services to the inhabitants of twelve municipalities and, as the central regional library, it connects the libraries of the Styria region. Its services promote lifelong learning, offer socialising and active leisure time, help in finding access to knowledge, facilitate meetings with artists, various lectures and circles. It is open to everyone, regardless of age, education or beliefs.

CONTACT: anka.rogina@mb.sik.si                              

The Velenje Library was independent from its foundation in 1962 until the creation of the Ivan Napotnik Velenje Cultural Centre in 1975. On 3 February 2004, the Cultural Centre of Ivan Napotnik Velenje was reorganised into the Public Institution Library Velenje and the Public Institution Museum Velenje. The Velenje Library, as the legal successor of the Ivan Napotnik Cultural Centre, continued to carry out library and events activities in the Library and Events organisational units until 12 March 2008, when the events activities were removed from the Library by amendments and additions to the Founding Decree (establishment of the Velenje Festival). The Institute has concluded contracts with the municipalities of Šoštanj and Šmartno ob Paki for the implementation of library activities in their respective areas. The General Library is an institution for all inhabitants of the area. According to the Law on Librarianship, it is a public service, basically organised and financed by the municipalities and supported by the State in various projects and the acquisition of library materials. The library is open to all citizens, regardless of age, gender, education, religion, national or social origin, etc., and is one of the pillars of local cultural, educational and social life, and through its general accessibility to the knowledge and information it collects, it also contributes to economic development and social promotion.

CONTACT: brina.zabukovnik-jeric@knjiznica-velenje.si                            

The Šmarje pri Jelšah Library is the central cultural centre in the Obsotelje and Kozjansko region. It brings together under its roof a wide range of cultural activities: librarianship, theatre, cinema, music, art and exhibition, university for the third age, cultural activities for children and youth.

CONTACT: info@kspj.si                    

The Miran Jarc Novo mesto Library is the central regional library for Dolenjska, Bela Krajina and Posavje, which collects, preserves and distributes professional and fiction materials. It provides free access to information, knowledge and cultural goods, with special emphasis on the protection of cultural heritage. It was founded on 1 March 1946 as the first public scientific library in Novo mesto under the name of the Study Library. Since 1953, it has been named after the Slovenian poet, writer, playwright and translator, Miran Jarc. It is located in the centre of the city, in a historically important position of the city, at the gate which was the entrance to the medieval city on the land side. The library’s spatial location in the medieval part of the city and the attractive extension by the architect Marko Mušič make the exterior of the library one of the most beautiful in Europe.

CONTACT: info@kmj.si, bojana.medle@kmj.si

Carinthia central library dr. Franc Sušnik Ravne na Koroškem operates as a public institution and performs a public service in the field of library activities, which is in the public interest and is carried out in accordance with its founding act.

The fundamental mission of the library is the systematic collection, professional processing, storage, presentation, and use of library materials. The library’s fundamental mission is the systematic collection, professional processing, storage, presentation, and provision of library materials for use. As the central regional library, it also performs special tasks: it provides an expanded and more demanding selection of library materials and information; it offers professional assistance to all libraries in the area; coordinates the collection, processing, and storage of local history materials for its area and directs the disposal of library materials. The library performs library activities in the municipalities of Ravne na Koroškem, Prevalje, Mežica, and Črna na Koroškem.

CONTACT: info@knjiznica-ravne.si

The Computer Museum is a non-governmental organization in the public interest in the field of information society development and cultural heritage preservation, operating in Ljubljana since 2004. As the only institution at the national level dedicated to collecting, preserving, researching, and presenting the heritage of our digital age and the history of digital technology, it houses a collection of more than 7,000 items—from analog devices to artificial intelligence, ranging from industrial to home computing and games. As ambassadors of the UNESCO Software Heritage Foundation, we are particularly committed to collecting and preserving intangible computer software heritage. We are also a registered volunteer organization that promotes positive values, inclusion, and diversity, facilitates social integration, and provides opportunities for community giving back. Our commitment to discussing digital and media literacy and training educators is reflected in national teacher training courses at the museum and in European collaborations. The museum is located in one of the liveliest neighborhoods in Ljubljana, in the cultural district of Šiška (opposite the Šiška Cinema), where it welcomes visitors from all over the country and abroad every day and offers educational and enrichment programs for schools, family programs, programming courses, mentoring meetings, and special events. We are a hub for the widest possible technological community (from complete beginners to experts) and pride ourselves on the strong intergenerational connections fostered by our museum and its programs.

CONTACT: info@racunalniski-muzej.si

The Slovenian Ethnographic Museum (SEM) is the central national museum with collections of Slovenian and non-European heritage. The museum’s roots date back to 1821, when the Carniola Provincial Museum was founded. Through the Ethnographic Institute (1921), the independent Royal Ethnographic Museum was formed in 1923, the direct predecessor of today’s institution. Today, SEM represents a meeting point of ethnology, anthropology, and heritage sciences. By researching Slovenian and non-European heritage, we establish a dialogue between different worlds. We connect with ethnological and anthropological institutions, museums, and other related institutions in the field of cultural heritage in Slovenia and abroad. SEM is an accessible and inclusive museum about people, for people, and with people, which, based on past knowledge and practices, co-creates contemporary society and the future. We encourage dialogue between individuals, cultures, and ideas, and create a space for open communication with visitors, external collaborators, and communities.

CONTACT: tina.palaic@etno-muzej.si

A national museum with natural history, scientific, and educational content. It is the oldest Slovenian cultural and scientific institution, originating from the Provincial Museum established in 1821. A museum with nationally, European, and globally significant natural science study collections, which show changes in biodiversity, the development of natural science thinking, and techniques for collecting and processing museum material. A research institution that studies nature and cultural heritage of natural origin.

CONTACT: ajamnik@pms-lj.si

Founded in 1984, the Slovenian Third Age University is a non-profit, non-governmental organization dedicated to fostering, developing, and promoting educational opportunities for the elderly. This initiative aims at enhancing their social inclusion and active engagement in society. Recognized as a non-governmental organization serving the public interest in education, it underscores its commitment to a public mission. The organization functions as a national content network, linking 55 universities across Slovenia that cater to the educational needs of individuals in their third age of life.

CONTACT: univerza-3@guest.arnes.si

The Tracker Scientific Society, formed during the pandemic as a part of the Covid Tracker community, is a collective focused on advancing data excellence, promoting the practical utility of data and data science for the betterment of life. This community has not only developed the Covid Tracker but also created the Doctors portal. Currently, it is working on the Climate project, aimed at consolidating data related to climate change. The Tracker upholds stringent professionalism, a diversity of perspectives, and employs scientific methodologies and approaches in analyzing both social and natural phenomena. Its key activities include gathering and processing publicly accessible data, sharing this data with interested parties and third-party entities, developing predictive models from the data, presenting relevant data to the public, conducting public information and education initiatives, collaborating with related organizations and government entities, and organizing various meetings and events.

CONTACT: zarja.mursic@gmail.com 

Morigenos – Slovenian Marine Mammal Society is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation founded in 2001 that combines scientific research, education and awareness raising. The aim of its research activities is to provide a scientific basis for the effective protection of dolphins and their habitat through continuous monitoring and identification of the main threats to these animals. By effectively protecting dolphins, we can better protect the entire marine ecosystem on which humans depend. Equally important is the aim of research to increase knowledge about the biodiversity of our seas.

CONTACT: morigenos.center@gmail.com

Ecologists Without Borders is committed to a world without waste, which it seeks to achieve by raising awareness, mobilising and, above all, connecting individuals, decision-makers and organisations. Their mission is to identify new issues and provide data to influence changes in policies and habits. They are opinion leaders in the field of waste, focusing their efforts on waste prevention.

They were created in the context of the two Clean Up Slovenia campaigns, which are considered to be the biggest volunteering events in the history of the independent country. They brought together 280 000 individuals, companies, various associations, the Slovenian army, the police, municipalities, municipal services and even the President of the country, who awarded the association the Bronze Order of Merit. The campaign created the only Register of Wild Landfills in Slovenia.

They decided not to organise any more Clean Up Slovenia campaigns, as they were not sending the right message just by cleaning up. So they tackled waste from the other side: where it is produced. Their efforts to manage waste and natural resources in a sustainable way extend to food, textiles, plastics and other types of waste. The concept of zero waste is at the heart of their activities and projects.

CONTACT: katja.sres@ocistimo.si 

Birdlife Slovenia (DOPPS) is a non-profit non-governmental organisation founded in 1979, working in the public interest in nature conservation, environmental protection and research. We have more than 1000 members, volunteers and nature lovers across Slovenia and employ 30 experts in various fields.

We work for the conservation of birds and their habitats. In doing so, we contribute to the conservation of nature and the well-being of society as a whole. We achieve our mission through conservation, scientific research, education and journalism, as well as through cooperation with other NGOs and governmental organisations.

DOPPS is a full partner of the World Conservation Union BirdLife International.

CONTACT: dopps@dopps.si

Our organization is a non-governmental, non-profit entity dedicated to nature conservation, operating in the public interest since our establishment in 2005. We unite professionals and enthusiasts from various disciplines to advocate for informed, sustainable approaches to nature conservation. Our commitment lies in transforming knowledge, scientific research, and best practices into actionable projects and management strategies. While our focus primarily revolves around the conservation of large carnivores within the Dinaric Mountains’ rich biodiversity in Slovenia, we also pay attention to other species in the region.

As a membership-based organization, we place a strong emphasis on educating our members. We organize a variety of activities, including excursions, lectures, training sessions, fieldwork, and publish a newsletter to keep our members informed and engaged. Additionally, we actively participate in conferences, workshops, and events hosted by related organizations.

We are keen on collaborating with schools and educational institutions to organize science days, educational workshops, or lectures. Our organization is also open to various forms of collaboration with other groups. For any inquiries or partnership opportunities, please reach out to us via email.

CONTACT: cnah.aviz@gmail.com

The purpose of the Slobees Society – Pollinator Conservation Society of Slovenia is to raise awareness of the importance, diversity, threats and conservation of pollinators, to research pollinators and to bring together pollinator researchers and enthusiasts. Together, we are building a more pollinator-friendly world!

CONTACT: info@cmrljica.si

Slovenian Association of Slavic Societies (ZDSDS) is an association of teachers of Slovene and other Slavic languages and other Slavists, with a tradition of almost 90 years. Its purpose is to promote the scientific study of Slovene language and literature, to regulate the professional affairs of teachers of Slovene and to make the language more beautiful to the public, and, in keeping with the name of the Society, to maintain a link with the Slavic languages. The Society is organised as a federation of societies; under the umbrella of the umbrella national Slavonic Society, there are thus eleven provincial Slavonic societies and nine sections. ZDSDS is a public interest society in the field of education and research.

CONTACT: predsedstvo@zdsds.si

Union of Associations for the Values of the National Liberation Movement of Slovenia (ZZB NOB Slovenije) is a patriotic organization, operating on a voluntary, non-profit basis and characterized by its anti-Nazi stance. As a non-governmental civil society entity recognized for its public interest contributions, ZZB NOB Slovenije unites various collective members. This includes war veterans, individuals who suffered war-related adversities such as exiles, internees, stolen children, political prisoners, and prisoners. Increasingly, the organization also attracts sympathizers and younger generations, all joining forces to achieve shared objectives and interests.

CONTACT: tina.masnec@zzb-nob.si 

Herpetological Society – Societas herpetologica slovenica is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to the study and conservation of the Slovenian herpetofauna. In addition to field work, the Society also carries out various educational activities for the general public to disseminate information about reptiles and amphibians – two highly endangered groups of vertebrates.

CONTACT: info@herpetolosko-drustvo.si

Slovenian Philanthropy, the Association for the Promotion of Volunteering, has been a humanitarian entity serving the public interest since 1992. Our initiatives aim to enhance community life quality and champion the rights of socially vulnerable groups. Central to our mission is the promotion of volunteering, which we believe is pivotal in building a more tolerant, respectful society, regardless of individual backgrounds and life experiences.

As the coordinating body of the Slovenian Network of Voluntary Organisations, we oversee a network comprising 1,900 voluntary groups and organizations with volunteer programs. The objective is to bolster the capacity of these entities in fostering high-quality volunteering opportunities, developing their organizational structures, and sharing knowledge and skills in the volunteering sector. We provide training for volunteers, mentors, and volunteer organizers, along with educational resources for various stakeholders.

Our Migration Programme addresses the multifaceted nature of contemporary migration. We offer counselling, information, psychosocial and psychotherapeutic support, and advocacy for various migrant groups, including asylum seekers, unaccompanied minors, undocumented migrants, and other immigrant populations. Our activities are designed to ease the integration of migrants and refugees into their new communities.

We operate Intergenerational Community Centres in Murska Sobota, Žalec, Črnomelj, Metlika, and Logatec, welcoming all local community members. These centers foster cooperation, knowledge sharing, and understanding across generations, providing spaces for socializing and active, lifelong learning.

Additionally, we co-founded the Ljubljana Outpatient Clinic, which has a consultation room for individuals without basic health insurance. This clinic relies on the voluntary services of doctors, nurses, psychotherapists, physiotherapists, pharmacists, and lawyers, offering medical and other assistance to those in need.

Our vision is a society that is open, just, and founded on solidarity, where the combined efforts of the public, business, and civil society sectors, along with voluntary activities, create a supportive environment for everyone, especially those unable to secure a good quality of life for themselves and their families. Our values include solidarity, respect for humanity and nature, tolerance, equality, and equal opportunities for all. Our diverse activities are organized under different program units within Slovenian Philanthropy.

We proactively address social issues, advocate for and develop volunteering and intergenerational cooperation, work in the field of migration, support those in need, and are staunch defenders of human rights.

CONTACT: tjasa.arko@filantropija.org 

The Ljubljana Librarians’ Association is a voluntary, independent and non-profit professional organisation of librarians working in the Central Slovenia region. The Association was founded on 29 March 1968, as the legal successor of the Ljubljana branch of the Association of Librarians of Slovenia, which was founded in 1954. The Association was established with the aim of enabling its members, on a regional basis to exercise their rights and duties, which are adopted in the Rules of the Association of Librarians of Ljubljana and the Statutes of the Association of Librarians of Ljubljana. Also to ensure liaison with all professional organisations and associations, with state authorities, with professional institutions, with working organisations in the field of librarianship and other interested professional bodies.

CONTACT:  info@dbl.si

The Dragon Society KAP is a non-governmental organisation working in the public interest. Since 2017, it has been building and flying dragons, participating in and organising dragon festivals, dragon workshops for children and adults, and dragon science – from aerodynamics and ecology to geography and archaeology.

CONTACT: kap.jasa@gmail.com

Focus, the Association for Sustainable Development, as an environmental NGO, is committed to holistic socio-economic change that enables people to live with dignity within planetary boundaries. It pursues its mission through research, awareness-raising, advocacy and participation in policy-making processes. It brings ideas about new possibilities for living practices and social arrangements to both local and international settings.

CONTACT: info@focus.si

The Slovenian sociological society is a non-governmental organisation in the public interest, working in the field of sociology and bringing together sociologists and all others who share our interest in sociology. The Society develops and promotes sociology as a discipline and a scientific discipline and consolidates its role in the social life and culture of Slovenia.

CONTACT: tajnistvo@sociolosko-drustvo.si

The Natural History Society of Slovenia is a non-governmental organisation that has been bringing together experts and enthusiasts in all fields of natural history since 1934.

CONTACT: prirodoslovno.drustvo@gmail.com

The Slovenian Technical Culture Association (ZOTKS) is a non-governmental and non-profit organization with almost 80 years of tradition in working with children and young people in the fields of science, natural sciences, social sciences, and technology. Our programs range from popularizing knowledge and science on the one hand (mass appeal) to supporting the most talented young people in Slovenia on the other. Through numerous competitions (school, national, and international) and events, we raise awareness of the importance of knowledge for our development and encourage talented individuals to explore and deepen their knowledge.

CONTACT: info@zotks.si

Cultural institute workers’ home Trbovlje is a public institution owned by the municipality of Trbovlje. It is one of the fundamental cultural institutions in Zasavje, and its activities in the field of new media art also extend to the international scene. In addition to its regular program (theater, cinema, art exhibitions, support for amateur culture), DDT is known for producing the Speculum Artium international new media culture festival and the DigitalBigScreen international video festival. There is also a strong emphasis on education, where we explore new approaches to connecting science and art and popularising them. We are also active in the field of preservation and digitisation of cultural and industrial heritage (museum exhibition 4. DRITL with an escape room).

CONTACT: andrej@dd-trbovlje.si

SDPVN is a non-governmental organization that brings together everyone interested in bats and the conservation of these nocturnal creatures for future generations. We operate in three interconnected areas:

– we collect data on the distribution and ecology of bats in Slovenia,

– we strive to ensure that the legally mandated protection of bats is also implemented in practice,

– through a wide variety of events, we introduce these unusual yet highly endangered nocturnal animals to the general public.

CONTACT: netopirji@sdpvn-drustvo.si

Association for the Development and Promotion of Open-Source Geospatial Technologies and Open Data Standards in Slovenia. We are a community of people who believe that spatial data and the tools used to work with it should be open, accessible, and reliable. We organize meetings, workshops, and an annual conference.

CONTACT: amangaf@gmail.com

We are a non-profit urban planning studio. We connect people with public spaces and bring people together through space. Through our work, we aim to address the environmental and social challenges faced by towns and cities, large and small. To this end, we transform roads into squares, revitalise construction sites and forgotten green spaces, involve residents in shaping the urban environment, and seek new value in old buildings. Through interventions and temporary projects, we stimulate spatial dynamics and create opportunities for new uses of public space.

CONTACT:  info@prostoroz.org

Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of higher education and fostering the application of knowledge in practical contexts for societal advancement. It is committed to creating a conducive environment for research and innovation. The Ministry’s overarching ambition is to establish Slovenia as a globally recognized hub of knowledge, science, and innovation.

In the realm of citizen science, the Ministry actively participates in various activities at the European Union level. This includes involvement in projects under the EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation and engaging with support mechanisms provided by the European Commission. It plays a significant role in shaping EU-level policies, adapting knowledge and practices to the national context, and developing national strategies to promote citizen science. Furthermore, the Ministry oversees the implementation of these strategies and contributes to organizing thematic events related to citizen science.

CONTACT: tit.neubauer@gov.si

At the Environment Agency, we help citizens and public authorities to make the right decisions for the environment. That’s why we provide quality environmental information at national level. We monitor and analyse natural phenomena and processes in the environment, such as weather, water quality and quantity, air quality, climate change, earthquakes. And we contribute to reducing natural risks to people and their property through forecasts of weather, high waters, air pollution, bio-forecasting and earthquake hazard calculations. Most of these tasks are carried out within the national services for meteorology, hydrology, oceanography and seismology.

Through the information and services we make available, the Agency enables individuals and fellow citizens to make the right choices in different circumstances of life, whether it is a trip, preparation for weather-dependent sporting competitions, energy, farming, aircraft overflights, floods, air pollution, allergic sensitivity or building construction. We carry out administrative and professional tasks relating to responsibility for the prevention or remediation of environmental damage.

CONTACT: gp.arso@gov.si

IPPR is a public relations agency with a team of experienced communications professionals. Since its foundation in 2013, it has been growing and actively developing together with its clients from a wide range of industries. Its work supports a wide range of organisations and projects, including in the fields of education, science and social responsibility. The agency has received numerous awards for its work and has always followed the principle that people are the focus of their interest, even before they start solving their problems.

CONTACT: irena.pavcic@ippr.si

The Strašno hudi Institute for the Creation of Audio and Other Media Content is a non-profit organization best known for its podcast Strašno hudi. It produces high-quality podcasts in which it discusses important topics with guests from various fields—culture, science, humanities, sports, and social activism—and encourages reflection on our common future.

The institute is also expanding its activities into the field of civic science, where it plans to involve the wider public in research processes, and is developing projects for the popularization of science and informal education, such as public events, lectures, and workshops. In this way, it contributes to greater scientific literacy, informal education, and social cohesion.

It is also active in organizing discussion evenings. Among these, the series Ljubljana moje mladosti (Ljubljana of My Youth) stands out, which the institute co-organizes with the Ljubljana City Library.

CONTACT: klara.skrinjar@gmail.com

We are an educational center where individuals can acquire civic competencies. We are an incubator where groups and organizations can obtain space, equipment, consulting, mentoring, financial resources, and useful connections. We are also a think tank that shapes a society with greater human dignity through articles, publications, advocacy, and participation in expert groups.

We are a group of people of all generations who care about where the world is headed. That is why we feel called to help change it for the better to the best of our ability. By giving young people opportunities to prove themselves. By opening up space for dialogue between different people. By trying to uphold the values enshrined in our mission, including in our personal lives. By trying to make what is good more visible.

We help individuals to acquire civic competences and connect in groups. We strengthen groups so that they develop innovative social initiatives and respond to the needs of society. We are building a society based on human dignity.

CONTACT: bostjan@socialna-akademija.si

The Soča valley development center (PRC) is the central development institution in the Posočje region, connecting and promoting sustainable economic, social, and environmental development in the municipalities of Bovec, Kobarid, and Tolmin. Since 2014, it has also been operating as the lead development agency of the North Primorska Network Regional Development Agency. It ensures the comprehensive development of the area with various programs, projects, and services for residents, businesses, and public institutions. Its activities are based on connecting local stakeholders, obtaining European and national funds, and implementing development projects that contribute to a better quality of life and the strengthening of human capital in the Posočje region.

One of the organizational units of the PRC is the Tolmin Adult Education Center (LUT), the central institution for adult education in the Upper Posočje region, which enables various target groups to participate in high-quality non-formal education, through which they acquire knowledge and skills for personal and professional development. Through its work, LUT promotes a culture of lifelong learning and contributes to the development and improved quality of life of the population.

The PRC has also been entrusted by the Municipality of Tolmin with the management of part of the green area in the town of Tolmin. This community learning garden in Na Logu is being developed as a community classroom without walls – an open learning environment designed for experiential learning in nature, acquiring practical knowledge, research, intergenerational networking, promoting a sustainable lifestyle, etc.

CONTACT: patricija.rejec@prc.si

SRIP PMiS is the Strategic Development and Innovation Partnership for Smart Cities and Communities. SRIP PMiS brings together businesses, research institutions, municipalities, public institutions, and non-governmental organizations with the aim of promoting the development of smart, sustainable, and climate-neutral cities and communities. The partnership supports the development of innovative technologies, products, services, and solutions that contribute to a higher quality of life, more efficient resource management, digital transformation, and the sustainable development of urban and broader living environments. SRIP PMiS is coordinated by the Jožef Stefan Institute in collaboration with the Urban Planning Institute and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia (GZS).

CONTACT: pmis@ijs.si

Center Rog is a creative hub, the heart of which consists of nine production labs, including the Green Lab. We organize workshops and courses on the premises, which are also open for our users to work independently. In the Green Lab, we explore topics ranging from gardening to more design-oriented themes, such as biomaterials, fungi, and more. We believe that as a public space with modern equipment and event space, we could make a significant contribution to the Citizen Science Network.

CONTACT: marusa.ramsak@center-rog.si   

A renowned Slovenian literary historian and professor specializing in Slovenian literature at the Faculty of Arts, University of Ljubljana, he has authored multiple books on Slovenian literature. His research primarily focuses on quantitative analyses of Slovenian narrative prose, with a particular emphasis on the Slovenian historical novel post-1995. He also actively moderates Slovlit, a mailing list that serves as a platform for news and discussions, linking Slovenes and others with an interest in Slovene literature, culture, and humanities. Additionally, he co-edits the Slavistica journal, contributing further to the field of Slavic studies.

CONTACT: hladnikmiran@gmail.com