Award – rroma.org https://rroma.org Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:04:34 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://rroma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-greenwheel_large-1-32x32.png Award – rroma.org https://rroma.org 32 32 Alina Şerban https://rroma.org/alina-serban-6/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=alina-serban-6 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:04:34 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34908 The Romanian film “Eu contez” [I matter] directed by Alina Șerban won the Audience Award at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, marking a historic achievement for Romanian cinema.

Alina Șerban, a Roma director, is the first Romanian to present a feature film at the Venice Festival, and her film addresses themes of social exclusion and identity through the story of a young Roma woman.

The film has received widespread acclaim for its emotional authenticity and is expected to be a strong contender for international distribution and possibly an Oscar nomination.

]]> You Don’t Belong Here https://rroma.org/you-dont-belong-here/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=you-dont-belong-here Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:12:46 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34328 “You Don’t Belong Here” won the Golden Leopard for Best Film at the Locarno Film Festival, presenting a moral drama set in small-town Romania, exploring themes of family crisis and societal issues.

The film follows Marius, a surgeon, and his son Ioan, who becomes involved in a violent incident involving racist youths targeting Roma families, leading to a confrontation that impacts their lives.

The narrative examines the complexities of father-son relationships, masculinity, and social violence, using a restrained cinematic style to provoke reflection on personal and societal responsibilities.

]]> Journalism Award https://rroma.org/journalism-award-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=journalism-award-2 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:36:19 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33178 The Council of Europe awarded several journalists for their ethical reporting on Roma and Travellers during a ceremony on June 18, 2026, in Strasbourg, France, coinciding with No Hate Speech Week.

Gwendolyn Albert accepted the award on behalf of Jana Baudyšová, highlighting the recognition of the entire editorial team of the magazine Romano voďi and their contributions to human rights and the Romani movement.

Other awardees included Adam Charlton, Paula Szewczyk, Višnja Višnjić Milić, and Eftychia Soufleri, with the awards emphasizing the importance of addressing prejudices and promoting dignity for the Romani community.

]]> Roma History https://rroma.org/roma-history-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-history-3 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:48:39 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33063 Višnja Višnjić Milić won an award for her ethical reporting on Roma history and Holocaust remembrance, focusing on the suffering of Roma during World War II.

Her program “Građanin” highlighted the experiences of Roma in two concentration camps, showcasing journalistic integrity and high ethical standards. Milić emphasized the importance of creating understanding and dialogue about marginalized communities, viewing the award as motivation to continue her work against discrimination.

]]> Slovenia: Award https://rroma.org/slovenia-award/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=slovenia-award Tue, 12 May 2026 15:55:16 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32553 This year, the Andragogic Center of Slovenia awarded the Roma Academic Club an award for exceptional achievements in the field of lifelong learning in the Pomurje region.

The Roma Academic Club, which is based in the municipality of Puconci, has been operating since 2008. It was founded by a group of students from the Roma community with the desire to connect individuals who share a common goal, education.

]]> Award https://rroma.org/award-4/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=award-4 Mon, 04 May 2026 15:16:45 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32452 The GoShorts program selected six short films that open up space for questions of power and empowerment – of collectives and individuals. Among them was Kismet by Novo Mesto director Žiga Virc, who received the RheinMain Award. It is the sotory of a 11 years old Romni.

]]> Alina Şerban https://rroma.org/alina-serban-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=alina-serban-3 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:45:26 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=32231 The Romanian Romani actress and directo Alina Şerban was awarded a prize as young talent in the ‘Gypsy’ Culture Award from the Instituto de Cultura Gitana in Madrid.

]]> Roma Students https://rroma.org/roma-students/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-students Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:40:56 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=31020 The best Roma students in primary and secondary schools in Čačak, Serbia, were awarded 10 laptops, of which seven elementary school students and three high school students were awarded towards the end of 2025.

]]> Award https://rroma.org/award-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=award-3 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:22:37 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=30833 The Republic of Slovenia thanks the Romani Union Murska Sobota Association with a state decoration for its invaluable social contribution in the field of legal regulation of the special rights of the Roma community, and thus for its contribution to the development of an open and inclusive society and for strengthening intercultural dialogue and respect for human rights.

]]> Romani Rose https://rroma.org/romani-rose-6/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romani-rose-6 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:46:34 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=30741 The city of Heidelberg has honored Romani Rose with its Citizen’s Medal for his outstanding commitment to the city and the rights of Sinti and Roma.

Mayor Eckart Würzner presented the award on Thursday evening, December 4, at the town hall. Romani Rose has been Chairman of the Central Council of German Sinti and Roma since 1982. From 1991, he served as Managing Director of the Documentation and Cultural Center of German Sinti and Roma in the Old Town.

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