2025-05-15 Folklór za kultúru #nebojimsapana Nám SNP BA

On May 15, 2025, at Namestie SNP in Bratislava, folklorists rallied under the banner of Folklór za kultúru #nebojimsapana to protest against the systematic undervaluation and chronic underfunding of Slovak folk culture. Clad in traditional costumes and inspired by the familiar refrain “Nebojím, nebojím sa pána,” the participants used song, dance, and impassioned speeches to voice their discontent with the current direction of the cultural ministry under Martina Šimkovicová. The photos from the protest capture the vibrant energy and heartfelt determination of a community united in their call for greater respect, support, and sustained investment in Slovakia's rich cultural heritage.