Discrimination – rroma.org https://rroma.org Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:58:29 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://rroma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-greenwheel_large-1-32x32.png Discrimination – rroma.org https://rroma.org 32 32 Roma “Problematic” https://rroma.org/roma-problematic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-problematic Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:58:29 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35168 The Dolenjska People’s Initiative held its fourth consultation in Novo mesto regarding issues related to the Roma community and conditions in southeastern Slovenia, highlighting the absence of many invited participants.

Key attendees included local and state representatives, but many Roma councilors and organizations like Amnesty International were notably absent, raising concerns about engagement.

Not surprising when you consider what policies the inititative is proposing…

]]> Housing Discrimination? https://rroma.org/housing-discrimination/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=housing-discrimination Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:18:58 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35147 A young Romni, B.R., raised in child protection, has written an open letter to the mayor of Cluj, Emil Boc, questioning why she and others like her do not receive social housing despite being educated and employed.

B.R. shares her experiences of discrimination and emphasizes that not all Roma should be judged based on the actions of a few, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of her community.

She highlights the need for social housing criteria to be reconsidered, suggesting that those who work and contribute to society should be prioritized over those who perpetuate negative stereotypes.

]]> Cluj and Roma https://rroma.org/cluj-and-roma/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cluj-and-roma Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:22:06 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35107 Local councilor Dragoș Roșianu criticized fellow councilor Daniel Meze for generalizing about relocated Roma families after a fire incident, urging him to verify facts directly with affected families.

The fire, which affected 16 apartments, was attributed to an electrical issue, not the ethnicity of the residents, highlighting the need for responsible administration and fact-based discussions.

Roșianu emphasized the importance of integration and support for Roma families, rejecting stigmatization and calling for constructive dialogue to address any issues within the community.

]]> Czech Consul Torak https://rroma.org/czech-consul-torak/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=czech-consul-torak Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:54:19 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35087 Petr Torák, Czech Honorary Consul and director of the British NGO COMPAS says that “If Roma are not integrated and segregation deepens, it will have a massive impact on how the majority society perceives them.” “When I was a teenager in the Czech Republic, I wanted to show everyone that, even though I am Roma, I could be just as capable as anyone else,” he recalls.

]]> A Success Story https://rroma.org/a-success-story/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-success-story Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:49:20 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35064 Mariana reflects on her childhood in a close-knit community and the discrimination she faced as a Romni when seeking work after her education.

After moving to the Czech Republic, she found better job opportunities and a more positive work environment compared to Slovakia, but faced challenges upon returning home to care for her mother.

Mariana emphasizes the need for support and education for Romani children in settlements to help them envision a different life and avoid being stuck.

]]> Lawsuit https://rroma.org/lawsuit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lawsuit Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:56:18 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34969 The Serbian Roma Party has filed a lawsuit against Dragan J. Vučićević, editor of Informer TV, for discrimination and hate speech after he referred to Roma as “cable thieves” in a broadcast.

The lawsuit argues that associating an entire ethnic group with criminal activity is discriminatory and calls for stronger legal protections against such actions.

The Roma Party is advocating for changes in discrimination laws to ensure that media figures face appropriate consequences for spreading discriminatory messages.

]]> Greece: Motion https://rroma.org/greece-motion/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=greece-motion Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:15:21 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34851 Four members of the New Left party in Greece raised concerns in Parliament about alleged racist targeting of Roma by the Greek police during the “ENTOΣ” operation, particularly regarding the attempted eviction of a Roma community in Thessaloniki.

The European Commissioner for Human Rights has intervened, highlighting police practices that involve heavily armed forces in areas associated with Roma, raising issues of ethnic targeting and police violence.

The MPs are demanding detailed reports from the government on the number of police checks, arrests, and legal proceedings involving the Roma community, questioning the justification for the extensive police actions given the relatively small number of arrests compared to the population.

]]> Discrimination https://rroma.org/discrimination-5/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=discrimination-5 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:08:33 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34825 The story of a Roma boy’s first day at school, where classmates reportedly rejected him based on his ethnicity, was shared by his mother on social media.

The school principal confirmed the incident, stating it was an isolated case of inappropriate behavior among students, and emphasized the school’s commitment to equality and respectful relationships.

The article highlights the broader societal issue of discrimination against Romani children and calls for reflection on the impact of such rejection on young students.

Well, Slovenia’s general attitude towards Roma is not really positive …

]]> Romanity https://rroma.org/romanity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romanity Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:04:01 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34813 Renate Bürner interviews Radoslav Ganev, a founder of the Romanity association, discussing the organization’s concerns and projects.

The conversation focuses on raising awareness about the prejudices and images surrounding the 600-year history of Sinti and Roma in Germany and other countries, which continue to lead to discrimination and violence.

The discussion also addresses the need for a proper remembrance culture of the genocide and the societal and cultural contributions of the Sinti and Roma.

]]> Some SMARK Results … https://rroma.org/some-smark-results/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=some-smark-results Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:05:27 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34790 The report reveals that 51% of Roma communities in Slovakia lack sidewalks, with many also facing barriers like rivers or railways separating them from the rest of the municipality. While the Sociographic Mapping of Roma Communities (SMARK 2025) indicates improvements in technical infrastructure since 2019, particularly in water supply, sewage, electricity, and public lighting,

significant disparities remain between Roma localities and surrounding municipalities, particularly in access to gas and other utilities.

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