On July 8, 2026, the second round of Slovenia’s Štipenzija competition saw the selection of two new winners by insurance company Generali. The winners are Neli Dvoršek Munih and Tina Krnjič, who will use financial support and insurance solutions to advance their projects. Neli, who has been passionate about dogs since childhood, plans to focus more on her dog training development through the stipend. Tina, a digital product designer seeking to transition into ceramic art, aims to use the funds for equipment purchases, training, and practical experience in Italy. Generali’s director of marketing and public relations, Svetlana Almaš, emphasized the initiative’s goal to show young people how insurance can impact their security and future. Winners’ progress will be documented on social media platforms.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the Štipenzija competition as a national initiative aimed at supporting youth entrepreneurship and innovation. While the competition is organized by a private entity (Generali), the narrative frames it as a civic and societal investment in the future of Slovenian youth. There is




