Ivan Hațegan

Ivan Hațegan is the mayor of Carașova, a small commune in Romania known for its unique demographic challenges and historical Croatian community. Under his leadership, the commune has faced significant population decline due to industrial restructuring and emigration, primarily to Austria, where many residents seek better employment opportunities. Hațegan has been vocal about the community's needs and the impact of migration on families, advocating for the retention of local heritage and the well-being of those who remain.