There are challenges in ensuring candidates and voter participation among the Roma community in local elections, often leading to low turnout or no candidates at all.

Darko Rudaš, president of the Forum of Roma Councilors in Slovenia, notes a gradual increase in candidates, indicating growing recognition of the importance of participation in local governance.

Concerns about elected representatives forgetting community issues or serving personal interests contribute to low trust and participation, suggesting a need for mechanisms like recall options for councilors.

• V Kočevju zadovoljni s sodelovanjem z romskim svetnikom, a župan opozarja na dve ključni težavi. In: Dolenjska Info. 08.10.2026. https://dolenjskainfo.com/novica/lokalno/v-kocevju-zadovoljni-s-sodelovanjem-z-romskim-svetnikom-zupan-opozarja-na-dve-kljucni-tezavi/450931