Daily Archives: Oktober 18, 2026

Frankreich News Westeuropa

French Chronicle …

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French Chronicle …

An article about the 3’500 Roma who live in shantytowns near Nantes at least presents the truth: these are people employed in the region to pick fruits and vegetables … The rest of the news are standard: Ca camp closure and subequent cleanup near Toulon in the South, and a new camp in Marseilles with angry neighbours.

Tschechische Republik News Osteuropa

Gamers and Racism

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Gamers and Racism

The Czech Facebook group “Nerds for Themselves” (Nerdi sobě) has become a platform for discussing retro games but has also revealed pervasive antigypsyism and racism in the Czech Republic.

A post featuring a 1990s video game called “Matiční Street” promotes violence against Roma, where players score points by killing Roma characters depicted in a racist manner.

Despite the group’s large membership, there has been no condemnation of the racist content, highlighting a troubling acceptance of racism within Czech society.

Deutschland News Westeuropa

Z-Soup

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Z-Soup

A vending machine at the Städtisches Klinikum Dresden is causing controversy for offering a soup labeled “Zigeunersuppe,” which is considered discriminatory by many Sinti and Roma.

The term “Zigeuner” is historically linked to exclusion and persecution, and its use in food labeling is increasingly criticized.

Ungarn News Osteuropa

Roma Pride

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Roma Pride

Participants at the Roma Pride and Dignity Day in Budapest called for partnership with the current and future Hungarian government to address issues faced by the Roma community, emphasizing the importance of their voices in decision-making.

rganizer Oláh József highlighted ongoing issues such as poverty, housing difficulties, and educational segregation, calling for active participation of Roma communities in political changes.

The event featured a declaration advocating for shared responsibility and collaboration, with Roma professionals seeking involvement in policy-making and implementation processes.

Ungarn News Osteuropa

Parliamentary Debate

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Parliamentary Debate

Participants in a parliamentary debate emphasized that political opposition should not justify personal attacks, advocating for respect for human dignity regardless of differing opinions.

Daróczi Ágnes criticized laws that disadvantage marginalized groups, particularly the Roma, and called for coordinated action against discriminatory regulations.

The discussion highlighted the need for the new government to address fundamental rights issues, including restrictions on movement and access to literature, while also exploring ways to combat social prejudices.

Montenegro News Osteuropa

Roma in Montenegro

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Roma in Montenegro

The NGO ‘Mladi Romi’ emphasizes that education and employment are crucial for overcoming poverty among Roma and Egyptian families in Montenegro, highlighting persistent issues despite some progress over the past 21 years.

Recent studies indicate that a significant percentage of Roma children lack access to early education and that only a small fraction of young adults complete secondary education, underscoring the need for systemic change.

The organization calls for increased investment in education, legal employment opportunities, and active involvement of the Roma community in creating sustainable solutions to poverty.

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