rroma.org https://rroma.org Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:13:14 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://rroma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-greenwheel_large-1-32x32.png rroma.org https://rroma.org 32 32 Bulgaria: Petition https://rroma.org/bulgaria-petition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bulgaria-petition Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:13:14 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32410 A petition is circulating in Bulgaria requesting that only Bulgarian literature be taught in primary schools. They state that foreign literature can be studied later, once “children already have a solid national foundation”. In the case of Bulgaria, this is somewhat ironical, as Turks, Armenians, Roma, Greeks, and many others are part of the country and its history…

]]> Bread in Eastern Slovakia https://rroma.org/bread-in-eastern-slovakia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bread-in-eastern-slovakia Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:11:02 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32407 In a Roma settlement, a recipe of the cheapest bread possible, with flour, water, and salt.

]]> Czechia: Award https://rroma.org/czechia-award/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=czechia-award Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:10:04 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32404 Milan Bindatsch is this year’s winner of the Milena Hübschmannová Award for Contribution to Romani Language, which is awarded by the Department of Romani Studies of the Faculty of Arts, Charles University on the occasion of International Romani Day. He works as a teaching assistant at the Ibsenova Elementary School in Ostrava, where, in addition to his regular teaching work, he also focuses on developing the language skills of Romani children.

]]> Romani Gili Competition https://rroma.org/romani-gili-competition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romani-gili-competition Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:25:04 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32398 A competition celebratings Roma music and culture, Romani Gili 2026 is organised by the European Roma Institute for Art and Culture (ERIAC). The audience plays an important role. As much as 50 percent of the final result is represented by public support. The remaining 50 percent of the score is contributed by an expert jury appointed by ERIAC.

A young singer from Prekmurje, Nina Brasseur, is stepping onto the music stage again – this time with a great opportunity at an international competition. The 25-year-old singer, who was introduced to the general public in 2016 on the show Slovenija ima talent, is presenting herself today with her original song Sune (Dreams) and is competing to win the Romani Gili Contest 2026.

]]> Discrimination in Slovenia https://rroma.org/discrimination-in-slovenia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=discrimination-in-slovenia Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:24:03 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32395 Representatives of Roma communities warn of the need for official recognition of Roma settlements. They say that the government accepts the unequal position of the Roma as normal. Settlements in southeastern Slovenia are without water and electricity. Children’s rights are violated. Inadequate conditions limit children’s right to education.

]]> Moldova and Roma https://rroma.org/moldova-and-roma-5/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moldova-and-roma-5 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:23:10 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32392 A roundtable discussion at Edinet (Moldova) City Hall brought together representatives of the government, relevant services, and the Roma community. Photo: SP

Why are children from the Roma community in Edinet dropping out of school en masse, while adults are unable to find work? At a roundtable discussion on Roma rights in Moldova, this was addressed directly: with figures, stories, and without the usual excuses. The discussion on Roma community integration quickly expanded beyond the formal agenda to address migration, poverty, and mistrust, which continue to undermine even existing support mechanisms.

]]> Racism in Berlin https://rroma.org/racism-in-berlin/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=racism-in-berlin Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:22:06 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32389 Sinti and Roma are increasingly subjected to discrimination. In 2025, the documentation center on anti-Gypsyism run by the Amaro Foro association recorded the highest number of incidents since documentation began: a total of 293 cases – an increase of approximately 19 percent compared to the previous year. According to the association, the actual number of cases is likely even higher.

]]> Sinti and Roma in Poland https://rroma.org/sinti-and-roma-in-poland/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sinti-and-roma-in-poland Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:41 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32381 A Polish view on the Sinti and Roma naming which misses the point that in Poland, most Sinti call themselves Sasytke Roma – German Roma …

]]> Robert Botoš https://rroma.org/robert-botos-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=robert-botos-2 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:59:45 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32378 The Roma “King” Robert Botoš was buried recently in Eastern Slovakia. Pictures from the procession and burial.

]]> Lolita Cercel – Again https://rroma.org/lolita-cercel-again/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lolita-cercel-again Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:58:58 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32375 An article in the Slovak press about Lolita Cercel, the AI generated Romani singer.

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