Slovakia – rroma.org https://rroma.org Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:23:57 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://rroma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-greenwheel_large-1-32x32.png Slovakia – rroma.org https://rroma.org 32 32 Relocation https://rroma.org/relocation-7/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=relocation-7 Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:23:57 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=36208 The city of Michalovce plans to relocate dozens of Roma families living in poor conditions without electricity or sewage to better housing, allocating €250,000 for this purpose. Residents have expressed frustration over the lack of basic amenities and difficulties in finding employment due to discrimination.

Previous relocation efforts have failed, and skepticism remains among residents about the city’s current plans to improve their living situation.

]]> Racist Intent https://rroma.org/racist-intent/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=racist-intent Sat, 07 Nov 2026 11:03:46 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=36160 A 15-year-old student at a technical school in Levice has been accused of making violent threats against classmates, including a list of intended victims and racist remarks targeting minorities. The threatened to kill all Roma and Jews.

The situation escalated after students reported the threats to their teacher, prompting police intervention and the student’s temporary detention, although he was released without charges the next day.

The school administration is working to reassure parents and students about safety measures in place following the incident, while local police continue their investigation.

]]> Romanes Day in Slovakia https://rroma.org/romanes-day-in-slovakia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romanes-day-in-slovakia Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:01:17 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=36138 The Slovak government’s commissioner for Roma communities, Alexander Daško, emphasized the importance of protecting and passing on the Romani language to future generations on International Romani Language Day.

He highlighted that the language is a vital part of Romani identity, history, and cultural heritage, containing the stories, traditions, and values that connect generations.

The International Romani Language Day was established on November 5, 2009, by linguists and leaders from 15 European countries, and was recognized by UNESCO in 2015.

]]> Romani Municipalities https://rroma.org/romani-municipalities/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romani-municipalities Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:54:59 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=36115  The municipalities with the highest number of Roma inhabitants in Slovakia are Jarovnice, Luník IX, and Trebišov, while those with the highest percentage of Roma are Lomnička, Luník IX, and Jurské.

The Sociographic Mapping of Roma Communities (SMARK) 2025 identified approximately 452,000 residents in 851 municipalities, with a significant increase in the number of Roma since 2019.

Key findings indicate that the average number of people living in a household in Roma areas is higher than the national average, with a predominance of family houses and shanties as living conditions.

]]> Discrimination https://rroma.org/discrimination-6/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=discrimination-6 Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:52:56 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=36089 A monitoring report by the Slovak National Centre for Human Rights revealed significant discrimination against Roma individuals in the rental housing market in Banská Bystrica, with nine cases of suspected discrimination identified.

Roma couples faced direct refusals and unequal treatment compared to non-Roma couples during apartment viewings, including false information about availability and shorter viewing times.

The Centre plans to inform real estate agencies about the findings and encourage compliance with anti-discrimination laws, while continuing to monitor equal treatment in housing services.

]]> Roma Platforms https://rroma.org/roma-platforms/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-platforms Sun, 01 Nov 2026 10:50:12 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=36026 The Slovak government’s Office for Roma Communities has conducted seven out of nine planned regional Roma platforms to address community needs in education, employment, housing, health, and anti-Roma racism.

Discussions highlighted the necessity for regular dialogue and support for local governments to tackle social and economic issues, with a focus on coordinated assistance for families and access to basic services. Key topics included improving educational capacities, employment orientation, housing infrastructure, and healthcare access, with plans for new action plans based on local needs by 2028-2030.

One cannot but ask what do such discussion do to really improve the situation of Roma?

]]> Slovak Mayors https://rroma.org/slovak-mayors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=slovak-mayors Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:46:06 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35968 Slovakia has elected a record number of Roma mayors, with 58 mayors and mayoresses of Roma nationality confirmed in the recent elections, an increase from 55 in 2022.

In the recent elections, 32 Roma mayors retained their positions, while 13 new Roma mayors replaced non-Roma predecessors in various municipalities.

The highest number of Roma mayors is in the Košice region, with significant representation from the Hlas-SD and Smer-SD parties, and an estimated 600 Roma council members expected to serve in local councils.

]]> Mayoral Elections https://rroma.org/mayoral-elections/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mayoral-elections Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:29:16 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35957 58 Roma were elected as mayors in the last round of Slovak mayoral Elections.

A full analysis of the results is provided in the Matyas Bel Institute and can be downloaded there.

https://www.institutmatejabela.sk/post/analýza-imb-slovensko-má-po-voľbách-rekordný-počet-rómskych-starostov-a-starostiek

]]> Murder https://rroma.org/murder/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=murder Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:28:12 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35954 A newborn girl named Maria was buried in Sheffield after dying violently just hours after birth, with her funeral attended by grieving family members.

The mother, Andrea, is accused of involvement in the murder but claims she was unaware of her pregnancy and was not allowed to attend the funeral due to safety concerns.

The case has shocked the public due to the brutality of the attack, with Maria suffering 33 stab wounds, and several adults, including her mother, are facing charges.

Bad.

]]> Vote Buying? https://rroma.org/vote-buying-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vote-buying-2 Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:22:23 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35871 The article discusses the ongoing issue of vote-buying among Roma communities in Slovakia, particularly during elections, as highlighted by government commissioner Alexander Daško.

Daško accuses former Prime Minister Igor Matovič and others of promising financial incentives, such as 500 euros, to encourage Roma participation in elections, which they have not received.

A police operation named ‘Candidate’ has led to the arrest of individuals involved in electoral corruption related to the upcoming municipal elections in Martin.

This has more to do with the fact that Roma voted en masse for the opposition during last elections …

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