Slovenia – rroma.org https://rroma.org Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:30:22 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://rroma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-greenwheel_large-1-32x32.png Slovenia – rroma.org https://rroma.org 32 32 Amala https://rroma.org/amala/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=amala Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:30:22 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35937 The Amala ensemble, founded in 1996 by composer Imer Traja Brizani, celebrates its 30th anniversary alongside Brizani’s personal milestones of 46 years in the arts in Slovenia and 53 years of professional activity since 1973.

A concert on November 5, 2026, at Cankarjev dom in Ljubljana will honor the International Romani Language Day and feature the release of a commemorative vinyl album, ‘Amala 30 Years’.

The concert will showcase Brizani’s original compositions and arrangements of Romani songs, blending Romani musical heritage with jazz and classical influences, and will include special guests and a focus on the Arli dialect of the Romani language.

]]> Šutar Act https://rroma.org/sutar-act-6/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sutar-act-6 Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:14:10 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35858 One year after Aleš Šutar’s death, mayors and social services report little improvement in safety and social conditions for the Roma community in southeastern Slovenia, despite the implementation of the ‘Šutar Act’.

The law, aimed at addressing social issues, has faced setbacks due to a constitutional court ruling that halted its enforcement, leading to a return to previous conditions.

While some Roma representatives claim safety has improved, they express concern over the negative impact of the law on the community’s welfare and emphasize that the actions of one individual should not reflect on the entire Roma population.

]]> Roma Employment https://rroma.org/roma-employment-4/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-employment-4 Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:48:32 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35831 Employment of Roma in regions like Dolenjska, Bela Krajina, and Kočevje in Slovenia remains a significant challenge, with discussions on barriers and potential solutions taking place at a recent mayoral school event in Novo Mesto.

Participants highlighted issues such as low education levels, lack of work experience, and community prejudices as major obstacles to Roma employment, emphasizing the need for better collaboration between organizations and local communities.

Despite efforts over the years, progress in integrating Roma into the workforce has been minimal, with calls for more effective long-term strategies and support from local governments.

]]> Counting Roma … https://rroma.org/counting-roma-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=counting-roma-3 Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:47:24 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35828 A project, proposed by the Office for Nationalities of Slovenia, aims to develop and test a methodology for a pilot census of the Roma population in Slovenia, focusing on detailed demographic data by age, gender, and settlement.

It will concentrate on 20 municipalities with Roma councilors and five additional municipalities with recorded Roma settlements, with an optional inclusion of Roma in Ljubljana and Maribor.

The project, costing up to 90,000 euros, seeks to establish a database for the selected calendar year and assess the gap between existing estimates and actual collected data, contributing to the implementation of European frameworks for Roma equality.

Well, how do they really count them, and a database of Roma, that we have already seen tooo many times …

]]> Work and Roma in Slovenia https://rroma.org/work-and-roma-in-slovenia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=work-and-roma-in-slovenia Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:45:22 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35811 Adis Hudorovac, a resident of a Roma settlement in Slovenia, struggles to find employment despite working public jobs and facing transportation challenges due to lack of a driver’s license.

The article discusses the impact of social welfare policies on Roma communities, highlighting the tension between social assistance and employment incentives, with some mayors expressing skepticism about Roma’s willingness to work.

Proposed solutions include job centers and training programs, but there are concerns about the effectiveness of current policies and the ongoing social issues within Roma communities.

]]> Šutar Act https://rroma.org/sutar-act-5/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sutar-act-5 Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:44:37 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35808 Nearly a year after the death of a pub owner, Aleš Šutar, and the subsequent implementation of the Šutar Act what is the situation like in Roma settlements in Slovenia? Some mayors believe that the most significant impact has been on social welfare payments, which are now cut for non respect of laws and regulations.

What is scary are the proposed solutions from the mayors. These include fencing settlements, special schools, and employment centers resembling prisons, as suggested by the mayor of Ribnica.

]]> Integration Meeting https://rroma.org/integration-meeting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=integration-meeting Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:14:11 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35777 A three-day meeting was held in Metlika to discuss coexistence between the majority and Roma communities in southeastern Slovenia, resulting in over 25 joint calls and 80 specific proposals for improvement, focusing on education, health, and living conditions.

Participants emphasized the need for inclusive collaboration among all stakeholders and highlighted the importance of Roma community involvement in planning and monitoring measures funded by state resources.

The meeting aimed to foster dialogue and identify common interests, with plans to present the proposals to municipalities and the state in the coming months.

]]> Slovenia and Roma https://rroma.org/slovenia-and-roma-66/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=slovenia-and-roma-66 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:51:37 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35753 A three-day meeting in Metlika, brought together citizens from both majority and Roma in southeastern Slovenia to discuss shared living conditions and potential solutions to local issues.

Participants identified over 25 joint calls and 80 specific proposals aimed at improving education, health, and living conditions, emphasizing the need for inclusive decision-making processes.

Key recommendations included enhancing Roma participation in local and national decision-making, better oversight of state funds for Roma improvement, and addressing issues like stray animals in Roma settlements.

]]> 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.

]]> Slovenia and Roma https://rroma.org/slovenia-and-roma-65/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=slovenia-and-roma-65 Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:48:52 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35515 Mayors from Southeast Slovenia and Posavje met with government representatives to discuss long-term solutions for issues related to the Roma community, focusing on public safety, social policy, education, and employment. The mayors emphasized the need for collaboration between the state and local communities to address administrative barriers and implement effective measures.

They called for a comprehensive legislative framework that integrates public safety, social policy, and employment to achieve sustainable improvements in the community.

Well, again without Roma. This will not solve any problems …

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