Equal Opportunities Ombudsperson

The Office of the Equal Opportunities Ombudsperson (Lygių galimybių kontrolieriaus įstaiga) is an independent state institution in Lithuania dedicated to protecting equal rights and promoting the principle of non-discrimination. The Ombudsperson investigates complaints of discrimination and harassment across various sectors, including employment, based on grounds such as sex, race, age, and disability. While it can initiate administrative offense proceedings and issue recommendations, it does not directly award compensation, which must be sought through civil courts, providing an essential avenue for addressing discrimination.