Daily Archives: Oktober 2, 2026

Human Rights

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Human Rights

The House of Roma Culture (HORC) invites young people and the Roma community to participate in an event focused on human rights and the rights of national minorities, scheduled for October 2, 2026, in Belgrade.

The event aims to educate young Roma about their rights and encourage their active participation in democratic processes, featuring workshops on electoral rights and minority rights.

HORC emphasizes the importance of young people knowing their rights and being involved in discussions about their future, while also calling on experienced Roma activists to share their knowledge and experiences.

Conference and Event

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Conference and Event

A music and culture event celebrating Roma culture is taking place in Turin, alongside the 34th International Conference organized by the Italian Association Zingari Oggi, marking its 55th anniversary.

The conference will address issues related to housing, rights, and inclusion for Rom and Sinti communities, featuring discussions from various experts and representatives from different countries.

The event is open to the public without prior registration, allowing media representatives to interview speakers.

Memory Camp

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Memory Camp

The XXVII International Romani Memory Camp will take place in Tarnów from October 2-4, 2026, focusing on the history, culture, and contemporary issues of the Romani community, including the Holocaust remembrance.

The event will feature various presentations and discussions by scholars on topics such as the documentation of the Romani Holocaust, language policy, discrimination in education, and the role of local media in combating exclusion.

Participants will also embark on a tour of the Małopolska Trail of Romani Martyrdom, visiting significant locations related to Romani history in the region.

Brawl

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Brawl

MEP Afroditi Latinopoulou discussed a controversial incident at a kindergarten in Ano Liosia, where a principal was filmed yelling at children, leading to a parent’s attack on her.

Latinopoulou claimed the issue is longstanding and highlighted the challenges teachers face, while also criticizing the behavior of the Roma community, using derogatory terms.

The principal has filed charges against the child’s parents, and the father admitted to hitting the principal, acknowledging it was a mistake.

Sentenced

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Sentenced

The County Court in Karlovac has sentenced three members of the Amić family to a total of nine years and nine months in prison for various crimes, including incitement to murder. The family is one of the most powerful and rich Roma families in the region.

Darko Amić received a sentence of five years and six months, while his wife Nada and their son-in-law Ivan Odorović received three years and six months and nine months, respectively.

The case has attracted significant public attention due to the Amić family’s wealth and notoriety, particularly after a New Year’s celebration involving gunfire was shared on social media.

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