Daily Archives: August 29, 2026

France News Western Europe

France and the Camps

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France and the Camps

During World War II, many Romani and other traveler groups faced severe discrimination in France, leading to their displacement and imprisonment in internment and extermination camps.

The article marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the last travelers from these internment camps in France.

Reporters Antonia Kerrigan and Valentine Erba interviewed a French survivor of the internment camps to share their experiences.

News Eastern Europe Slovakia

Slovak History

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Slovak History

Vera Lacková, a young filmmaker, is producing a documentary about the participation of Slovak Roma in the Slovak National Uprising against fascism, highlighting historical manipulation of their role during socialism.

The film addresses the overlooked Roma Holocaust and challenges stereotypes about Roma people, emphasizing their contributions to the fight for freedom.

Lacková shares personal family history related to the impact of fascism and discusses contemporary latent racism faced by the Roma community.

Hungary News Eastern Europe

Romni and Activist

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Romni and Activist

The article discusses the career journey of a Romni who transitioned from sociology and human rights work to IT support and now serves as a Roma affairs officer in a local government.

She emphasizes the importance of her diverse educational background and experiences in both civil society and corporate environments for her current role, particularly in managing Roma-related projects and strategies.

The article highlights her efforts to improve Roma community engagement and support, including a Roma internship program and research on the needs of the Roma population in Józsefváros.

News Eastern Europe Ukraine

EU Neighbours East

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EU Neighbours East

The European Union, World Bank, and UN Development Programme conducted a comprehensive assessment of the living conditions of Roma in Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine, with results presented in Tbilisi on August 19.

The study combines survey data with real-life experiences to raise awareness of the Roma community and support the development of inclusive policies.

The project’s goal is to reduce the gap in multidimensional poverty and access to socio-economic rights between Roma and non-Roma men and women in the three countries.

News Eastern Europe Serbia

Skateboarding is not for Girls

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Skateboarding is not for Girls

Director Dina Duma aimed to avoid romanticizing poverty and to portray the Roma community authentically in her film “Skateboarding Is Not for Girls,” focusing on the characters’ humanity beyond stereotypes.

The film, inspired by a young girl’s maturity observed while skateboarding, explores themes of early marriage and sisterly love in the context of poverty in the Roma community.

Duma emphasizes the importance of community involvement in the filmmaking process and addresses the pervasive issue of patriarchy, highlighting the double standards faced by women in the film industry.

Bulgaria News Eastern Europe

Illegal?

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Illegal?

The European Court of Human Rights condemned Bulgaria for demolishing the homes of 56 Roma individuals in 2023, ruling it violated their right to a home and personal life.

The court highlighted systemic issues in Bulgarian law that allow for the removal of homes without proper legal checks, emphasizing the need for legislative reform.

The actions of local authorities were criticized as collective punishment and a deliberate attempt to deny individuals their legal rights, particularly affecting marginalized communities.

News Eastern Europe Slovenia

Slovenia and Roma

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Slovenia and Roma

The Slovenian Council of the Roma Community, led by Jožek Horvat Muc, emphasizes the need for the regulation and legalization of Roma settlements, active economic inclusion, and the sanctioning of hate speech.

They call for a clear political framework based on dialogue and responsibility, adhering to the principle of ‘nothing about Roma without Roma’.

The council advocates for improved living conditions, active labor market participation, and stronger measures against anti-Roma sentiment, including public education campaigns.

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