The Ombudsperson for Persons with Disabilities is an independent state institution whose purpose is to protect, monitor and promote the rights and interests of persons with disabilities.
Their responsibility is to serve as a link between persons with disabilities, civil society and institutions which can systematically solve problems that trouble people with disabilities.
The Ombudsperson's vision is to contribute to the creation of a society of equal possibilities for all citizens on the territory of the Republic of Croatia, for all categories of persons with disabilities irrespective of their situation, age and occupation. Using the latest knowledge, research, technologies and best practices through cooperation with all bodies, the Ombudsperson is working to protect and promote the rights and interest of persons with disabilities and children with developmental difficulties.