Moldova – rroma.org https://rroma.org Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:05:28 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://rroma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-greenwheel_large-1-32x32.png Moldova – rroma.org https://rroma.org 32 32 Moldova – Mediation https://rroma.org/moldova-mediation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moldova-mediation Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:05:28 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34911 Robert Cerari, a Roma leader (in Romanian they use the term Roma Baron), visited Vulcăneşti, Moldova,  to mediate peace between two feuding clans amidst ongoing violence.

During a rainy meeting, Cerari urged the Romani community to resolve their issues peacefully and respect the law, while clan leader Ilie Bogdan accused a rival of criminal behavior.

The article recounts a recent violent incident involving a shooting and subsequent vendetta, highlighting the tensions and need for dialogue within the community.

]]> Moldova and Drugs https://rroma.org/moldova-and-drugs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moldova-and-drugs Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:06:11 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34872 The village of Vulcăneşti in the Nisporeni district—located approximately 70 kilometers from Chişinău and 20 kilometers from the Romanian border—has the highest proportion of Roma residents in the Republic of Moldova. There are only three ethnic Moldovan families in the village, while a few other Moldovans have come to live there after marrying into the Roma community.

Tensions have flared up again (there was a murder a while back). This time, a group of residents has united against the drug trade in the village; according to them, more than half of the villagers regardless of age, use drugs.

What apparently angered the Roma community of Vulcăneşti the most was the fact that a young fellow villager, detained by the police for allegedly having drugs in his car, was released the very same day. The young man’s family, a rather influential one in the area, claims the case against him was fabricated by “enemies,” specifically other villagers.

]]> Education in Moldova https://rroma.org/education-in-moldova-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=education-in-moldova-3 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:05:10 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34187 Seven educational institutions in Moldova will test a new methodology for evaluating school practices from a human rights perspective, focusing on the protection of students’ rights, especially for vulnerable groups like Roma and refugees.

The methodology aims to help schools assess the respect for children’s rights in educational processes and daily practices, identifying areas for improvement.

The project is funded by the European Union and implemented by UNICEF Moldova and the UN Office for Human Rights in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Research.

  • Protecție sporită pentru copiii romi și refugiați: O metodologie nouă privind drepturile omului, testată în șapte școli. In: Radio Moldova. 10.08.2026. https://radiomoldova.md/p/82781
]]> Moldova and Memory https://rroma.org/moldova-and-memory/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moldova-and-memory Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:41:18 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34142 On the eve of the memorial date for the genocide of Roma during World War II, vandals painted over a memorial in Moldova, changing its colors to a toxic red, which shocked community members.

The Roma community in Moldova, estimated at 12,000, is advocating for recognition of their genocide during the war, with many more living abroad, and they commemorate the tragedy annually on August 2.

A memorial panel was created to honor the victims, but the community fears it may be vandalized again, highlighting ongoing issues of intolerance and historical neglect regarding the Roma Holocaust.

]]> Moldova Commemoration https://rroma.org/moldova-commemoration/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moldova-commemoration Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:00:48 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34016 A memorial plaque was inaugurated on August 3rd at the Visterniceni train station in Chișinău to commemorate the Roma deported during World War II, coinciding with the European Day of Commemoration of the Roma Holocaust.

Vasile Drangoi shared his family’s tragic story of deportation, highlighting the suffering and loss experienced by the Roma community during this period.

The Moldovan authorities are working on a national plan to promote awareness of the Roma Holocaust, including addressing anti-Roma sentiment in educational programs.

]]> Education in Moldova https://rroma.org/education-in-moldova-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=education-in-moldova-2 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:28:21 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33769 A meeting organized by the Ministry of Education and Research focused on developing services for Roma communities through community mediators, involving various stakeholders.

Discussions included improving educational access for Roma children and youth, preventing school absenteeism, and enhancing access to health and social services.

The new regulation defines the role of community mediators and aims to strengthen cooperation between mediators and public institutions to support Roma communities in Moldova.

]]> Education In Moldova https://rroma.org/education-in-moldova/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=education-in-moldova Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:18:31 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33456 A consultative meeting organized by the Ministry of Education in Soroca focused on improving access to education for Roma children and preventing school dropout.

The meeting included local authorities, educational institutions, community mediators, civil society organizations, and parents, discussing affirmative measures to support Roma students. The importance of early education and collaboration between authorities, schools, and the Roma community was emphasized to create a more inclusive educational environment.

Proposed measures include reserving 10% of places in first and tenth grades for Roma children, admission facilities for vocational and higher education, merit scholarships, and increased social scholarships for vulnerable families.

]]> Artur Cerari https://rroma.org/artur-cerari/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=artur-cerari Sun, 05 Jul 2026 14:25:57 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33382 Artur Cerari, the leader of the Roma community in Soroca, Moldova, passed away on July 4, 2026, at the age of 65. He succeeded his father, Mircea Cerari, who was a prominent figure in the Roma community during the Soviet era.

Cerari was known for mediating internal disputes and representing the Roma community in official matters, focusing on issues like economic migration and educational integration.

Te avel I phuv lohi I o drom angla leste puterdo.

]]> Moldova and Education https://rroma.org/moldova-and-education-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moldova-and-education-2 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:01:50 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33130 Several articles in the Moldovan press about new measures regarding the integration of Roma in education. Starting from the 2026-2027 academic year, special admission quotas and scholarships will be available for Roma students in schools, colleges, and universities, with 10% of available spots reserved for them.

Roma students will be exempt from admission fees and can access funded places, with a total of 120 individuals receiving financial support, including monthly scholarships of 1,200 lei.

The initiative aims to eliminate barriers to education for Roma children and ensure equal opportunities, as stated by Ivan Duminica from the Ministry of Education and Research.

]]> Moldovan Mediators https://rroma.org/moldovan-mediators/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moldovan-mediators Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:15:57 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33046 The Moldovan government approved changes to the regulations governing community mediators to enhance their effectiveness in assisting Roma families in accessing public services.

Community mediators will now have expanded responsibilities, including identifying vulnerable individuals and facilitating their contact with relevant public services. The reform includes ongoing professional training for mediators and aims to improve service quality and resource efficiency, promoting social inclusion and educational access for Roma children.

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