Helena Ančić

activist

Helena Ančić is an activist and organizer who recently led a protest in Retkovec, Zagreb, addressing the issues of juvenile violence and the need for stronger community and governmental action. Following a series of violent incidents involving local youth, she expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of law enforcement's response, particularly the claim that all offenders had been apprehended. Ančić highlighted the provocative presence of gang members at the protest and called for increased societal involvement in preventing violence. She is in the process of establishing an organization called 'Roditelji za djecu' to amplify parental voices and advocate for changes in juvenile justice laws, including lowering the age of criminal responsibility. Ančić's efforts reflect a commitment to create safer environments for children and to address the root causes of youth violence in the community.