In PUM-O, young school dropouts (aged 15 to 26) can engage in project work of their choice (e.g., producing final products such as a film, a play, a newspaper, an exhibition, a cooking workshop, etc.), with the aim of successfully integrating into the labour market.
These programmes include courses, workshops, and other training opportunities for a wide range of employers' professional tasks. By taking part in these programmes, young people can gain additional skills and improve their employment prospects.
Eurodesk provides free information on opportunities to travel, work, study and volunteer in Europe or participate in EU-funded programmes for young people up to 30 years old.
Nefiks provides young people and youth organisation with professional support on topics such as career development, employment and active citizenship. Nefiks also provides assistance and support for the organisation and development of youth and non-governmental organisations.
European Funds is the national web portal of the Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development. Click on the link and discover programmes, projects and calls for proposals under the European Cohesion Funds.
The Employment Service is one of the key institutions in the Slovenian labour market. Find out more about services related to employment and career guidance, employers, employment programme providers, social partners and professional institutions.
Find jobs, training opportunities and valuable labour market information and tips with EURES, the European network of employment services.
Test your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a concrete workplace. The working test programme helps people integrate into the work environment, get to know the employer and increases your chances of getting a job. The test lasts for a minimum of 100 hours and a maximum of one month.
Europass provides free tools that make your competences and qualifications visible and understandable across Europe and beyond. Moreover, on the Europass platform you will find not only learning and job opportunities throughout Europe but also country-specific contact details and information on learning and working abroad. The Europass tools are your gateway to learning and working at home and abroad.
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) gives you access to medically necessary, state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in any of the 27 EU countries, plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland or the United Kingdom under the same conditions and at the same cost (free in some countries) as people insured in that country. Find out how you can apply for this free card.
E-care at home is available to adults whose ability to provide for themselves is limited because of illness, old age, infirmity, injury, disability or lack or loss of intellectual capacity. The project is co-financed by the European Union through the European Social Fund. Find out if you are eligible for e-care on their website.
Long-term care insurance gives the insured person the option of a non-monetary benefit (full-day long-term care in an institution, daily long-term care, long-term care at home, family carer) or a monetary benefit. Find out how you can access long-term care rights in different ways on their website.
Child benefit is a supplementary benefit for the maintenance, education and upbringing of a child. Visit the website of the Ministry of Labour, Family, Social Affairs and Equal Opportunities to find out which conditions you need to meet to get child benefit.
Parental leave provides parents with time off work to care for their child. Each parent is entitled to 160 days (320 days in total, with 60 non-transferable days), in the form of full or partial leave. Find out more about parental leave and how you can claim it by visiting their website.
The Human Rights Ombudsman of the Republic of Slovenia is an independent institution that works to protect and promote human rights and fundamental freedoms in Slovenia. The Ombudsman works in various areas; one of the most important is equal opportunities (for people with disabilities, race, ethnicity and gender issues, discrimination, etc.). On their website, you can find a description of the Ombudsman's duties and rights and information on how to get in contact.
Project EWA aims to address the political participation of young women. The focus is on changing beliefs about the role of women in politics and public life, which are based on gender stereotypes, traditional norms and expectations. The target groups of the project are (young) women aiming for political participation or a career in politics, secondary school students (15-19 years old) and employees in the public administration. Learn more about the project by visiting the website.
The Equality Ombudsman is an independent state body set up to promote equal treatment and ensure protection against discrimination. Learn more about discrimination (what it means, its forms, etc.) and where to go for help if you are a victim or witness of discrimination.
ZaVse/4ALL fights discrimination by raising awareness and reducing the problems that exist in society regarding equal opportunities and discrimination against vulnerable groups. Visit their website to learn more about their initiatives and programmes that support people with disabilities and where to go if you are being discriminated against.
The CareFor project focuses on empowering ‘rainbow’ families (LGBTIQ+ people, their children, and their extended families) in Slovenia and Croatia. In addition to educational activities, the project also includes awareness-raising campaigns and research on the needs of rainbow families. For more information about the project, visit their website.
The Republic of Slovenia protects your right to fair remuneration under its Minimum Wage Act.
Check out the Government website to find out whether your rights are being respected or if you are being fairly compensated for your work.
The Paid Social Assistance benefit programme assists you when your accumulated earnings do not amount to the stipulated minimum needed to cover your households' basic expenditures.
Discover the many types of paid social benefits on the Government website.
Your right to a pension is safeguarded by the Republic of Slovenia. Find out about the requirements and procedures to claim this right on their website.
If you find yourself out of a job in Slovenia, you could be entitled to paid unemployment benefits. Be it due to expired contracts or terminations, these payments are designed to ease the transition period into new employment opportunities.
Visit the Employment Service website to find all information regarding the forms to submit and registration.