The Greens of Slovenia held their 4th Congress in Kranj. At this event, members elected a new leadership and new bodies, and presented their electoral program. The congress confirmed the stability of the leadership and injected new impetus into the party’s structures. Also present were representatives from the Movement for Freedom, the Left, the Community Party, the Green Group in the European Parliament, and the European Green Party, as well as climatologist Lučka Kajfež Bogataj.
Congress of Vesna – Green Party
The election manifesto of VESNA for the period 2026–2030 brings a clear vision of Slovenia as the greenest country in the world. The manifesto is based on four pillars – Sun, Water, Air and Freedom – and offers a feasible plan for a fair and competitive economy, affordable housing, energy security, a healthy environment and a connected community. It is a document that connects environmental responsibility with economic ambition, knowledge with solidarity and sustainability with prosperity. With this manifesto, VESNA consolidates its role as a green development force that offers an alternative to political stagnation and a clear path to the future.
Congress of Vesna – Green Party
The following were elected at the congress:
Co-President: Urša Zgojznik
Party Co-President: Uroš Macerl
Vice-President: Barbara Strajnar
Vice-President: Jaka Zevnik
In addition, the delegates elected new party bodies:
Seven members of the Executive Committee: Alja Miklavčič, Andreja Pogačar, Denis Striković, Velimir Živković, Sašo Đorđević, Lucia Pascolat and Jernej Oprešnik
Six members of the Party Council: Saša Fras, Martina Belšak, Žan Lovše, Miran Rajšp, Denis Leskovar and Samia Žunič
Three members of the Supervisory Board: Nina Antić, Zoran Rožič and Jan Šintler
Vesna Green Party Co-President Urša Zgojznik says: “We have almost been convinced that politics is a dirty business, reserved for the most experienced, the richest and the most networked. But politics is actually for everyone. Deciding how we live as a community, how safe and we have accepted what kind of air we will breathe and what our age will be. Therefore, it must not be closed, but must include all people.”
Congress of Vesna – Green Party
Co-chairman of Vesna – Green Party Uroš Macerl: “Politics must act responsibly towards people, towards the planet and must be able to look itself in the mirror! This is Vesna today and this remains our promise for the future!”
Vesna – Green Party does not believe in one-face politics and does not accept the notion that an older man is the only embodiment of leadership. It puts community, interconnectedness and trust in the future at the forefront.
Ahead of us is an important moment that requires responsibility, courage and knowledge to shape a policy focused on people and future generations. A key part of this is a decisive transition to green policies. The 2026 election program is based on sustainability, renewable energy sources and environmental protection as central directions.
