Germany – rroma.org https://rroma.org Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:08:06 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://rroma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-greenwheel_large-1-32x32.png Germany – rroma.org https://rroma.org 32 32 Sinti in Duisburg https://rroma.org/sinti-in-duisburg/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sinti-in-duisburg Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:08:06 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34878 Sinti families have been residing in Duisburg since the 1970s, living in container homes.

They are currently facing fears of being displaced from their homes.

The situation has led to increasing desperation among the Sinti community.

]]> Romanity https://rroma.org/romanity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romanity Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:04:01 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34813 Renate Bürner interviews Radoslav Ganev, a founder of the Romanity association, discussing the organization’s concerns and projects.

The conversation focuses on raising awareness about the prejudices and images surrounding the 600-year history of Sinti and Roma in Germany and other countries, which continue to lead to discrimination and violence.

The discussion also addresses the need for a proper remembrance culture of the genocide and the societal and cultural contributions of the Sinti and Roma.

]]> Reactions to the AfD win in Germany https://rroma.org/reactions-to-the-afd-win-in-germany/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reactions-to-the-afd-win-in-germany Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:07:08 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34796 Politicians from Baden-Württemberg view the AfD’s electoral success in Saxony-Anhalt as a significant shift, with concerns about its implications for democracy and governance in Germany.

The Central Council of German Sinti and Roma expresses fears of a resurgence of nationalism and a threat to democracy, linking the AfD’s rise to historical minimization of the Nazi era.

]]> AfD and Minorities https://rroma.org/afd-and-minorities/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=afd-and-minorities Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:27:31 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34768 The director of ERIAC, Anna Mirga-Kruszelnicka, warns that the recent election victory of the far-right AfD in Saxony-Anhalt signifies the normalization of racism in Germany, particularly against Roma.

She highlights the historical targeting of Roma, referencing the Nazi era, and notes that the AfD’s use of derogatory terms like ‘Zigeuner’ reflects a growing anti-Roma sentiment.

Mirga-Kruszelnicka expresses concern over the AfD’s nativist agenda and the potential for increased discrimination and deportation of Roma, despite many having deep roots in Germany.

]]> ERIAC and Racism https://rroma.org/eriac-and-racism/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eriac-and-racism Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:11:48 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34700 In view of tomorrow’s elections in Saxony-Anhalt, were the AfD has a fair chance of ruling the region, ERIAC has a strong message on fascism and racism…

]]> 45 Years Ago https://rroma.org/45-years-ago/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=45-years-ago Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:52:32 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34625 On September 1, 1981, a group of Sinti gathered at the University of Tübingen to reclaim documents related to the Nazi persecution of their community, including photographs and records from the ‘Racial Hygiene Research Center’.

The term “Zigeuner” (Gypsy) is historically loaded and considered derogatory; the article uses “Z*” to avoid perpetuating this stigma while discussing the historical context of the genocide known as Porajmos.

The involvement of scientists in legitimizing the persecution of Sinti and Roma is highlighted, with calls for recognition and justice continuing to this day, as the community seeks to reclaim their narrative and history.

]]> Germany and AfD https://rroma.org/germany-and-afd/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=germany-and-afd Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:49:14 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34616 What do you expect from AfD: Simply, racist statements.

The Central Council of German Sinti and Roma has filed a criminal complaint against Tino Chrupalla, the leader of the AfD party, accusing him of incitement and insult during a campaign event in Grimmen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Chrupalla allegedly suggested that weapons found in a forest near Berlin were likely lost by ‘Gypsies’ while mushroom picking, which was met with applause and laughter from the audience.

The council expressed shock that, 81 years after Auschwitz, a far-right party is using cynical rhetoric against Sinti and Roma, which they claim promotes fear and hatred towards minorities.

Chrupalla defended his comments, stating he did not intend to offend the Sinti and Roma communities, despite receiving applause for his remarks linking them to a recent weapons find in Berlin.

]]> Romani Rose https://rroma.org/romani-rose-7/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romani-rose-7 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:11:10 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34420 Romani Rose, a prominent civil rights activist for the Sinti and Roma minority in Germany, has dedicated over 50 years to combating anti-Roma sentiment and advocating for recognition of their history and rights.

Key milestones in his activism include the acknowledgment of the Holocaust by Chancellor Helmut Schmidt in 1982 and the recognition of Sinti and Roma as a national minority in Germany through a European agreement ratified in 1998.

Rose emphasizes the importance of viewing the Sinti and Roma as integral to German society, advocating for a future-oriented perspective while remaining aware of ongoing challenges and anti-Roma violence.

]]> Invisible Minorities https://rroma.org/invisible-minorities/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=invisible-minorities Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:40:54 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34396 The article discusses the concept of concealed identity, particularly among Roma and Jewish communities, highlighting the historical reasons for hiding one’s ethnic background due to discrimination and violence.

It explores the complexities of transgenerational concealed identity, where descendants inherit the burden of hidden heritage, often feeling alienated from both majority and minority groups.

The author reflects on personal experiences and the emotional resonance of identity, emphasizing the struggle between societal labels and personal resonance in defining one’s self.

]]> Young Roma in Germany https://rroma.org/young-roma-in-germany/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=young-roma-in-germany Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:40:01 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34393 The documentary addresses the challenges faced by Sinti and Roma communities, highlighting deep-rooted prejudices and anti-Roma sentiment in society.

It features a film that follows four young Roma individuals who are challenging stereotypes and advocating for self-empowerment while navigating their cultural identity and societal challenges.

The young Roma generation is increasingly resisting discrimination in education, housing, and employment, striving for equal opportunities and societal recognition.

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