Croatia – rroma.org https://rroma.org Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:07:37 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://rroma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-greenwheel_large-1-32x32.png Croatia – rroma.org https://rroma.org 32 32 Slovenia and Croatia https://rroma.org/slovenia-and-croatia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=slovenia-and-croatia Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:07:37 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35650 Slovenia and Croatia are collaborating to improve the situation of the Roma community through joint initiatives and solutions in key areas affecting their lives.

Key focus areas include better living conditions, education and employment opportunities, combating anti-Roma discrimination, and strengthening political representation for Roma.

The meeting aimed to foster long-term partnerships and develop concrete project proposals based on the actual needs of the Roma community.

]]> Sentenced https://rroma.org/sentenced-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sentenced-2 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:09:13 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35301 The County Court in Karlovac has sentenced three members of the Amić family to a total of nine years and nine months in prison for various crimes, including incitement to murder. The family is one of the most powerful and rich Roma families in the region.

Darko Amić received a sentence of five years and six months, while his wife Nada and their son-in-law Ivan Odorović received three years and six months and nine months, respectively.

The case has attracted significant public attention due to the Amić family’s wealth and notoriety, particularly after a New Year’s celebration involving gunfire was shared on social media.

]]> Croatian Roma Festival https://rroma.org/croatian-roma-festival/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=croatian-roma-festival Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:53 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35252 The 18th Festival of Romani Song and Dance took place on September 27, 2026, in Beli Manastir, Croatia, celebrating Romani culture and traditions.

The event aimed to preserve Romani cultural heritage, language, music, and traditional dance while strengthening ties between the Romani community and local society.

The festival highlighted the importance of cultural identity and intergenerational connections, showcasing Romani creativity to a broader audience.

]]> Roma Initiatives https://rroma.org/roma-initiatives/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-initiatives Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:21:15 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35041 Seven local initiatives in 2026 demonstrated how Roma organizations can empower their communities through education, cultural preservation, and women’s empowerment.

The results of the project “Empowering Local Roma Organizations” were presented at a press conference by the Ecumenical Humanitarian Organization, highlighting activities from various cities.

Initiatives included workshops on traditional Roma cuisine and projects aimed at preventing violence and discrimination, showcasing the importance of collaboration in strengthening Roma communities.

]]> Attempted Murder https://rroma.org/attempted-murder/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=attempted-murder Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:20:32 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34957 A 15-year-old boy in Velika Gorica, Croatia, is under investigation for attempted murder and other serious crimes after allegedly stabbing a 14-year-old classmate and a 59-year-old school janitor.

The juvenile has been placed in pre-trial detention due to concerns about witness tampering and the risk of reoffending.

In several newspapers, the boy is said to be a Rom.

The Roma National Minority Council condemned attempts to stigmatize the entire Roma community based on the actions of one individual, emphasizing that violence should be attributed to the perpetrator, not their ethnicity.

]]> Scholarships https://rroma.org/scholarships-4/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=scholarships-4 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:22:32 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34927 High school students from the Roma minority who received scholarships from the Ministry of Science, Education, and Youth will not need to reapply for the scholarship if their schools submit the required documentation by October 21, 2026.

The scholarship program is part of the National Plan for the Inclusion of Roma from 2021 to 2027, aimed at keeping students in education and reducing dropout risks due to financial burdens.

New applicants, including first-year high school students and those who have not previously received the scholarship, must apply through a public call for the 2026/2027 school year.

]]> Gypsy Lore Society https://rroma.org/gypsy-lore-society-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gypsy-lore-society-2 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:10:47 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34831 The University of Zagreb’s Faculty of Philosophy hosted the annual Gypsy Lore Society conference, focusing on the history, language, culture, and social status of the Roma community.

Approximately 90 scholars from around the world presented their research and discussed various topics related to the Roma community, with some panels conducted in the Romani language to emphasize its preservation.

The conference facilitated networking among researchers and institutions, and included a visit to the Roma Memorial Center in Uštica, dedicated to the memory of Roma victims of World War II.

]]> Gypsy Lore Society https://rroma.org/gypsy-lore-society/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gypsy-lore-society Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:48:39 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34638 The 2026 Annual Meeting of the Gypsy Lore Society and Conference on Romani Studies took place in Zagreb, featuring Maja Grubišić discussing her research on Romani customary law in Croatia, supported by the Roma Association ‘KALI SARA’.

The research aims to document and explore the historical practices and institutions that have shaped Romani communities, emphasizing the need to view customary law as part of their cultural heritage rather than a justification for practices that may infringe on individual rights.

Grubišić highlighted the diversity of Romani customary law, which varies across communities and is influenced by historical, geographical, and social contexts, advocating for an interdisciplinary approach to better understand its complexities.

]]> Zagreb and Gypsy Lore https://rroma.org/zagreb-and-gypsy-lore/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=zagreb-and-gypsy-lore Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:37:23 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34521 The Romani population has lived in Croatia for over six centuries, becoming an integral part of the multicultural landscape, with scientific interest in their culture dating back to the late 18th century.

Recent years have seen a positive shift in Romani studies, particularly after 2002 when the Romani were recognized as a national minority, leading to increased research and publications on their language and history.

The upcoming “2026 Annual Meeting of the Gypsy Lore Society” in Zagreb will highlight the development of Romani studies in Croatia and enhance international recognition of Croatian scientific institutions.

]]> Adoption yes – but… https://rroma.org/adoption-yes-but/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=adoption-yes-but Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:10:20 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34417 45 children are waiting for adoption in Podravina and Prigorje, Croatia, most of them are being considered as more difficult to adopt. Children with disabilities are particularly vulnerable, but also Roma children: ‘Nationality is important to adopters’.

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