The 15th International Romani Congress is taking place in Sofia, Bulgaria, from October 29 to 31, with representatives from around 25 countries, including Turkey, the UK, and the US.
Toma Mladenov, president of the organizing association O’GI E ROMENGO, emphasized unity among the Romani community, which numbers approximately 14 million worldwide.
The congress focuses on advocating for the rights and development opportunities of the Romani community, particularly in education and healthcare access, while stressing the importance of their own voices being heard.
None of the traditional Romani politics movements such as the Internatiuonal Romani Union are participating.
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