Priest Constantin Chifan, known to the public as Father Calistrat, was sanctioned by the National Council for Combating Discrimination (CNCD) with a fine of 5,000 lei for statements considered discriminatory. These statements affected the dignity of two women who reported a public defamation campaign by the priest, who used insulting expressions and stereotypes related to unmarried women. Among the terms used are phrases such as 'hysterical unmarried mother' and 'sluts'.
The priest rejected the accusations, stating that his statements were a 'spiritual reprimand' and that he did not intend to discriminate. However, the CNCD concluded that the language used exceeded the limits of freedom of expression. The decision was adopted on July 2, 2025, and officially communicated on February 3, 2026, and the priest has the right to contest the decision in court within 15 days.
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