An interview with me – thank you Ngobesing – this is a great gesture and gift for my 5 years this October in blogging.

41 responses to “Guest interview: A distinguished woman who is making a strong impact in her country and beyond.”

  1. mellasweden Avatar

    Hugs have à nice weekend Mella

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      You too, Mella ❤

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  2. davidprosser Avatar

    A great Interview Ina, jut confirms how special a lady you are. I think the Royal Family should be reinstated in Croatia and you should be made Queen, the people would flock to your banner and the communists would run.
    Huge Congratulations
    xxx Hugs Galore xxx

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Thank you David, you’re too kind – although I am far removed from royal blood I have at times wished Croatia would take more care and effort in confirming such a status at least in ceremonial ways of those that even distantly of royal blood in Croatia

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  3. Christy B Avatar

    Wonderful interview, Ina! Promoting truth and justice, which you say in the interview is your goal with the blog, is exactly what you do. Thank you ♥

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Cheer Christy, such satisfying pursuits even if they do at time stumble upon barriers 🙂

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  4. cindy knoke Avatar

    You are a most impressive person, whose personality is felt across the globe. It is a privilege to know you Ina.

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Thank you Cindy, many hugs to you

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  5. Profesor Zvonimir Šeparović Avatar
    Profesor Zvonimir Šeparović

    Draga Ina, Sjajan intervju. Čestitam. Nisam znao ni približno kako značajnu osobu imam za prijateljicu. Volim Tvoju biografiju. I vjernost Domovini, i ljubav za obje tvoje domovine. I Tvoja kritika ovoga svijeta u kojem živimo i Tvoj prezir ratova i nasilja. Hvala Ti na svemu ovome i što si učinila i što ćeš nastaviti raditi. Svemogući Bog bio s Tobom. Tvoj Zvonimir

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Translation of comment by Professor Zvonimir Separovic: Dear Ina – a brilliant interview. Congratulations. I was not even close at knowing how a significant person I have as a friend. I like your biography, the loyalty to Homeland and the love for both of your homelands, and your critique of this world in which we live and your contempt of wars and aggression. Thank you for all of this and for what you have done and what you will continue to do. May the Almighty God be with you. Yours, Prof. Zvonimir

      REPLY: am so proud of your comment, Zvonimir – thank you. Much love and respect to you and your great achievements and work – always

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  6. kelleysdiy Avatar
    kelleysdiy

    Love the Quote!

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  7. Sue Dreamwalker Avatar

    Loved this interview Ina.. and I learnt so much more about your amazing self.. 🙂 And can fully appreciate your choices in helping those who are disadvantaged, and having worked in support myself as you know with learning difficulties and in mental health, the rewards are great in seeing happy smiles of others..

    Congratulations upon your blogging anniversary also.. And I am so pleased we met here in blog land 😉
    Hugs Sue ❤

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Know what you mean indeed, Sue – there’s not much in life that comes close to making a difference to someones life every day, hugs back and thank you my friend

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      1. Sue Dreamwalker Avatar

        🙂 indeed there isn’t Ina.. and Mega Hugs returned to you.. You are one amazing lady xx

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  8. Carol Balawyder Avatar

    Ina, you are truly a remarkable woman! ❤

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Aw thank you Carol – doing my bit for humanity gladly ❤

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  9. Aliosa Avatar

    Buna seara Doamna Dr. Ina Vukic !
    De fiecare data vin cu mare placere in casuta dumneavoastra virtuala si tot de fiecare data, plec cu multe noutati in capul meu despre viata si activitatea dumneavoastra ! 🙂
    Sunt mandru ca am fost acceptat in cercul dumneavoastra de prieteni virtuali ! 🙂
    Va multumesc si va doresc un WEEKEND fericit ! 🙂

    Cu stima si respect,
    Aliosa 🙂 ❤ 🙂

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Translation of comment by Aliosa: Hello Mrs. Ina Vukic! I visit your virtual box with everything with great pleasure each time and now with more news in my head about your life and work! I am proud that I was accepted in your circle of virtual friends! Thank you and wish you a happy weekend! With respect, Aliosa
      REPLY: Thank you Aliosa I too am proud to have met you in this wonderful world of blogging and cyberspace. Thank you for your kind words and much respect to you too

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  10. Elisa Avatar
    Elisa

    I enjoyed reading your interview–thanks for posting it!

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Cheers Elisa, great to hear

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  11. Ronnie Avatar

    Special V.I.P. Ina. 🙂

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Aww, thank you Ronnie ❤

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  12. landacrystal Avatar

    So very proud of you! 😀

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Thank you, Landa ❤

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  13. Aquileana Avatar

    A most beautiful, moving and clever interview… you are an admirable woman, in many ways, dear Ina….I liked reading about your meaningful contributions, influences and actions… thanks for sharing. 🙂 All the best to you!, Aquileana 😀

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Thank you Aquileana – many hugs XXXXX

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  14. A. L. Luttrell Avatar

    You are a rare gift!

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Thank you Arlin

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  15. purelandsutras Avatar

    I am very very impressed. You have accomplished more compassion, charity and meritorious acts in one life than many others will in ten lifetimes. A brilliant interview.

    In Ancient Eastern philosophy , we have a saying that in the depth of misfortune, fortune always arises. Thus, even though Croatia has had exceedingly difficult times from WWII to the start of the 21st Century, I feel that things can only go exponentially better from now on. The fundamentals are certainly in favor: The stunning Adriatic coast, strategic location, rich culture, EU membership and the fact that the world has fundamentally changed in a way that the legacy power of any political dinosaurs are bound to melt away sooner or later.

    Though I am not Croatian, I feel a strong affinity with the country for a reason I cannot explain, the food, climate, culture and architecture is simply perfect.

    Thank you for all the good things you have done for so many people in their hour of greatest need.

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Aw thank you purelandsutras – much appreciate your feedback

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  16. draga Iva Avatar
    draga Iva

    Procitaj ovo ;
    Memories of a Croatian Soldier – safaric-safaric.si
    i
    http://www.cosy.sbg.ac.at/~zzspri/index.html

    Blessed be

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Thank you I will read it

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  17. Kev Avatar
    Kev

    Thought this was well worth sharing to socials again. 😉

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      1. Kev Avatar
        Kev

        Anytime. 🙂

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  18. samulablog Avatar

    Inavukic we share the same heart of humanity. You are now my new friend https://samulablog.wordpress.com/category/uncategorized/

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Nice, samulablog 🙂

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  19. https://betweenseasblog.wordpress.com Avatar

    This post and interview are an inspiration Ina. 🤗

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    1. inavukic Avatar

      Thank you, Sandra 🙂

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I’m Ina

I was born in Croatia and live Australia. I have been described as a prominent figure known for my contribution to the Croatian and wider societies, particularly in the context of Croatia’s transition from communism to democracy, as well as for my many years of work as a clinical psychologist and Chief Executive Officer of government-funded services for people with disabilities, including mental health services, in Australia. In 1995, the President of the Republic of Croatia awarded me two Medals of Honor, the Homeland War Memorial Medal and the Order of the Croatian Trefoil for her special merits and her contribution to the founding of the Republic of Croatia.  I have been a successful blogger since 2011 and write extensively in the English-language on issues related to Croatian current affairs and democracy, as well as the challenges Croatia faced and still faces in its transition from communism. My goal is to raise awareness of these connections and issues worldwide.