Krapina Dystrophy Association achieves national leadership roles

The Krapina Dystrophy Association has secured significant representation within national disability organizations in Croatia. During the Electoral Assembly of the Association of Dystrophy Societies of Croatia held on October 26, Marica Mirić was re-elected as president of the Association. Mirjana Janžek, president of the Krapina association, was elected to the Presidency of the Association of Dystrophy Societies of Croatia and will also serve as a representative in the Community of Associations of Persons with Disabilities of Croatia.

Following the assembly, the 20th Croatian Meeting of Persons with Neuromuscular Diseases took place on October 27. The event featured experts and officials, including Minister of Labor, Pension System, Family and Social Policy Alen Ružić and Ombudsman for Persons with Disabilities Darijo Jurišić. Discussions focused on using modern technology to support independent living and the importance of mental health.

Locally, the association's candidate Saša Horvat and the Lampioni volunteer initiative have been shortlisted for the Krapina-Zagorje County Volunteer and Volunteer Action of the Year for the 2025/2026 period.