Slovenia Joins Global Peace Operations Initiative
U.S. Ambassador to Slovenia Joseph A. Mussomeli and Slovenian Minister of Defense Roman Jakič signed a joint statement on Slovenia's participation in the Global Peace Operations Initiative on May 14, 2013.
Diversity and Unity
Mr. Eugene Young, Deputy Chief of Mission, visited a high school center in Ljubljana ("Šolski center Ljubljana"). After Mr. Young introduced the U.S. Embassy's activities and himself, he talked about the diversity of the United States, which he explained with a short quiz.
Slovenia and the U.S.: Approaches to Successful Minority Integration
Join U.S. Federal Judge Susan Ritchie Bolton and former Justice Minister of Slovenia Mr. Aleš Zalar, an International Visitor Leadership Program Gold Star participant, to discuss strategies and approaches to successful minority integration and access to justice.
One to Zero
The “One to Zero. Day for the entrepreneurial-hearted and the brave” project, co-funded by the U.S. Embassy, was a mentoring networking educational pilot program by CEED Slovenia (Center for Entrepreneurship and Executive Development).
Food Diplomacy
The U.S. Embassy in Ljubljana, Slovenia has decided to use employ “food diplomacy” to showcase American culture and diversity, as well as to highlight sustainable development and environmentally-friendly practices in the United States.
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Publication
USA Map with Facts in Brief
This publication includes plenty of facts and statistics about the United States.
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Education Resources
Studying in the U.S.
Learn about universities, colleges and international exchange organizations.
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Interactive Game
Trace Effects
A collaborative English language video game experience for students ages 12-16.
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Events
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USA Elections in Brief
Primary and general elections, the role of political parties, voting machines and poll workers, opinion polls and campaign finance.
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Discover Diplomacy
The role of diplomacy in U.S. foreign affairs
Meet the people and issues that make up U.S. foreign policy.
More News from the Embassy
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"The Few, the Proud” in Slovenian School
One of the embassy’s Marine Security Guards, Sgt. Green visited a High School in Slovenska Bistrica (“Srednja šola Slovenska Bistrica”) to talk with about 90 students.
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Defense Attaché in Murska Sobota
Our first school visit in May took us to the Nursing High School in Murska Sobota. The U.S. Embassy Defense Attaché Lieutenant Colonel Todd A. Scattini visited the students of “Srednja zdravstvena šola Murska Sobota”.
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CLO Coordinator Maggie Carlin Visits a School
U.S. Embassy Community Liaison Office Coordinator Maggie Carlin recently visited the "Biotehniški izobraževalni center" in Ljubljana.
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Pol-Econ Chief H. Martin McDowell in Novo mesto High School
Chief of the Embassy's Political, Economic and Commercial Section H. Martin McDowell recently visited the Biotech, Tourism, and Agriculture High School in Novo mesto ("Grm Novo mesto - Center biotehnike in turizma").
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Pol-Econ Officer Lyon at Celje High School
Pol-Econ Officer Pete Lyon recently spoke to a group of 80 students at Celje High School ("Srednja šola za kemijo, elektrotehniko in računalništvo"), in central Slovenia.
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The International Roma Day Celebration in Novo Mesto
Ambassador Joseph and Mrs. Sharon Mussomeli, Pol-Econ Officer Pete Lyon and Sr. Political Specialist Grega Domadenik attended the International Roma Day celebration in Novo Mesto on April 10.
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Inspiring people at Bled to care about our planet
Part of the photo exhibition “Take care – inspiring people to care about our planet,” prepared by U.S. Embassy Ljubljana together with National Geographic Slovenia and Triglav National Park, has been on display in Information Center of Triglav National Park in Bled until June 9.
Current Issues
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Secretary Kerry on the Release of the International Religious Freedom Report
Announcing the 2012 International Religious Freedom Report. In its annual report, the United States documents how governments around the world protect the human right of religious freedom. IRF Report on Slovenia »
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Traveling to the United States
Travelers from all over the world flock to the United States each year to learn, work and catch a glimpse of the landmarks they have seen in art, photography and Hollywood films.
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Freedom of Expression at a Glance
The U.S. Constitution protects even the most offensive speech from government suppression, and permits regulation only under certain limited and narrow circumstances. The U.S. system is built on the idea that an open exchange of ideas encourages understanding, advances truth-seeking and allows for the rebuttal of falsehoods. More about the complexity of freedom of expression »
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Peace Corps Volunteers Celebrate Global Youth Service Day
Peace Corps volunteers worldwide are commemorating Global Youth Service Day by engaging children, youth and young adults in projects within their communities.
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U.S. Food Assistance Reform Will Enable More Food To Reach Hungry People
The announcement of a major reform to U.S. food aid in President Obama's proposed 2014 budget has spawned considerable reaction, both praise and criticism.
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Regional Cuisine Reflects National Diversity
America’s ethnic melting pot has given rise to a cuisine equally varied and diverse. Most of the foods categorized as American are traditional dishes from other lands that have gained popularity across the country.
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American Corner
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AmCham
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Commercial Service Buy USA
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EducationUSA Info Center in Ljubljana
Emergency Contact Information
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