Daily Archives: September 19, 2026

Koratien News Osteuropa

Roma Initiatives

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Roma Initiatives

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.

Österreich News Westeuropa

Vienna Memorial

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Vienna Memorial

A memorial for the victims of National Socialism from the Roma and Sinti communities is set to be completed in Vienna by spring 2029, with a focus on engaging youth through social media.

The National Fund aims to maintain project funding despite a decreasing budget and emphasizes the importance of education in combating hate and Holocaust denial.

The chairman, Peter Haubner, advocates for a clear stance against controversial terms like “remigration” in political discourse, stressing the need for sensitivity in Holocaust remembrance. 

Tschechische Republik News Osteuropa

Petition

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Petition

A petition with 129 signatures is urging the Czech Culture Ministry to expedite the selection process for a new director of the Museum of Romani Culture after the resignation of Jana Horváthovár, who led the museum for 23 years.

Jiří Polák, chair of the City of Brno’s Roma Council, emphasizes the importance of maintaining the museum’s Romani identity and an open selection process for its new leadership.

The Culture Ministry has temporarily appointed Karolina Spielmannová as the acting director and aims to find a strong leader for the museum, while also planning to redefine the oversight board’s structure.

Griechenland News Westeuropa

Settlement

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Settlement

The article discusses the plight of 25 Roma families in Riganokampos whose makeshift homes collapsed due to recent heavy rains, prompting local organizations to assess the damage and call for assistance.

The local municipality’s response has been criticized as inadequate, with calls for more permanent solutions, such as providing small prefabricated containers for the families.

The article also touches on political discourse, highlighting a miscommunication regarding unemployment benefits and criticizing the hypocrisy in media coverage of a basketball federation president’s selective press conference.

News Osteuropa Slowakei

Digital Safety

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Digital Safety

The #BezpečnáSieť (#SafeNetwork) project aims to strengthen digital safety among young Roma. It is being implemented by the Divé maky civic association. The project addresses risks such as online abuse, cyber-grooming, sexting, loss of privacy, and other threats young people may face in the online environment.

News Osteuropa Rumänien

Blacksmith

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Blacksmith

La Bârca is home to a vibrant Roma community, with nea Ilie, a blacksmith, being a prominent figure.

Nea Ilie is recognized as the best blacksmith in Oltenia.

The story of the blacksmith from Bârca will be featured on TVR Craiova.

https://youtu.be/yg16-xRlFAA

News Osteuropa Rumänien

Romania: Protest

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Romania: Protest

A protest organized by the nationalist group Comunitatea Identitară România is set to take place in Cluj-Napoca against the relocation of Roma families from Pata Rât to social housing, citing concerns over their ability to adapt to new living conditions.

The organization has a history of promoting racist messages and has been monitored for its extremist views, including hostility towards the LGBTQ+ community and antisemitic content.

ADI Zona Metropolitană Cluj, involved in the desegregation efforts, defends the relocation project, highlighting its success in improving living conditions for relocated families and condemning the hate speech surrounding the issue.

News Osteuropa Serbien

National Council Elections

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National Council Elections

On November 8, Roma voters will elect 35 members of the National Council of the Roma National Minority, with a focus on who will truly represent their interests over the next four years.

The National Council has legally defined responsibilities in education, culture, and language use, emphasizing the need for concrete actions to improve the situation of the Roma community.

The pre-election campaign must address specific questions about candidates’ proposals and accountability to the Roma community, beyond just the voting process.

Europe News Osteuropa Polen

Auschwitz Paintings

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Auschwitz Paintings

 Dina Gottliebova Babbitt was forced to create watercolors of Roma prisoners for Nazi physician Josef Mengele during the Holocaust, and she spent her life trying to reclaim these artworks from a museum.

Despite her efforts, the museum has refused to return the paintings, citing their historical significance and legal acquisition.

Babbitt’s daughters are now pursuing legal action to retrieve the artwork, highlighting the ongoing debate over art created under duress during the Holocaust.

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