Discussion with local non-government organizations in Banska Bystrica

Their Excellencies met with representatives from three organizations: VIA IURIS, a non-governmental, non-profit organization whose mission is to broaden access to justice and public participation; Ekopolis, a foundation that has been managing grant programs focused on democracy and nature conservation; and the Healthy City Community Foundation, the first of its kind in Europe, committed to improving the environment and quality of life in the city. Mr. Pavol Zilincik, Executive Director, Via Iuris talks about his organization.

Delegate Fanny Wylde, a lawyer listens in on the discussion.

Mr. Peter Medved of Ekopolis explains the mandate of his organization. Ekopolis is a foundation that has been managing grant programs focused on democracy and nature conservation.

Ms Dana Marekova from Via Iuris talks about challenges in Slovakia. The Healthy City Community Foundation is the first organization of its kind in Europe, committed to improving the environment and quality of life in the city.

Canadian delegate Jack Jedwab participates in the discusion.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean recognizes the important work of each organization.