Media – rroma.org https://rroma.org Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:21:46 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://rroma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-greenwheel_large-1-32x32.png Media – rroma.org https://rroma.org 32 32 Roma Press Centre https://rroma.org/roma-press-centre/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-press-centre Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:21:46 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=35413 The Roma Press Centre (RSK) is set to move into a space previously occupied by Radio C, with a unanimous decision from the City Assembly to lease the space at a 66.6% discount for 5+5 years.

RSK aims to create a Roma civil center that will host other organizations and media initiatives, promoting collaboration rather than subletting the space.

https://rroma.org/wp-admin/post-new.phpThe center will focus on Roma community issues, with plans to establish a full-time editorial team and produce content that addresses topics often overlooked by mainstream media.

]]> 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.

]]> Roma TV https://rroma.org/roma-tv-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-tv-3 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:03:40 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34784 Roma TV, a Czech television channel aimed at the Romani audience, has ceased broadcasting less than a year after its launch due to low viewership during the summer months.

Despite its ambition to cater to Romani culture and provide original programming, the channel struggled to meet viewer demands for more entertainment content, leading to its closure.

The channel’s license remains valid until 2036, and there are hopes among supporters, including prominent Romani figures, for its potential revival in the future.

]]> Roma in Geneva https://rroma.org/roma-in-geneva/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-in-geneva Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:35:13 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34588 The article discusses the media focus on the Romani communities in Geneva, highlighting the political attention on their living conditions and the push to remove their presence from public view.

It criticizes the right-wing political stance that prioritizes cleanliness over the welfare of these communities, suggesting that their systematic removal exacerbates vulnerability and exploitation.

The article calls for a more humane approach to social integration and housing solutions for the Romani families, emphasizing the need for long-term support rather than punitive measures.

]]> Roma TV https://rroma.org/roma-tv-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roma-tv-2 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:33:03 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=34374 The article discusses the fate of Roma TV in the Czech Republic, which aimed to provide a platform for Romani culture and personalities through IPTV operators, broadcasting 10 hours daily.

The programming included shows featuring Romani figures, cooking segments, music programs, and documentaries, but faced challenges in acquiring films and competitions due to high costs.

Roma TV was funded solely through donations, not public funds, and despite its closure, there is hope for its return as it provided opportunities for many Romani individuals.

]]> Trash – Continued https://rroma.org/trash-continued/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=trash-continued Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:38:07 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33747 The reality show “The Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives” has faced backlash from the traveller community, who find it embarrassing and insulting, calling for it to be taken off air.

The show follows Trewley-Precious Wass, a TikTok star navigating her mixed Romani and non-Romani heritage, and her struggles with traditional gypsy rules imposed by her family.

Critics argue that the portrayal of gypsy wives in the show does not accurately represent the community and perpetuates negative stereotypes.

]]> Romane Media https://rroma.org/romane-media/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romane-media Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:45:21 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33598 Minority media in Serbia, particularly Roma media, face existential threats due to lack of systemic support and sustainable funding, relying heavily on project-based financing.

The editor of ROMINFO media warns that the current funding system is unsustainable, jeopardizing the survival of media that serve national minorities and their cultural identity.

Experts emphasize that the disappearance of minority media would lead to a loss of reliable information for citizens in their native languages and diminish media pluralism, impacting democratic development.

]]> Podgorica Summit https://rroma.org/podgorica-summit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=podgorica-summit Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:58:03 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33279 The 2nd European Roma Summit in Podgorica focused on the position of Roma in Europe, media roles, education, youth participation, and collaboration between institutions and civil society organizations.

Discussions included improving human rights, combating discrimination, preserving Roma identity, and increasing Roma representation in decision-making processes.

A panel on digital journalism highlighted the importance of media in empowering the Roma community and breaking stereotypes, emphasizing the need for more Roma voices in media and digital platforms.

Podgorica Summit

]]> Politics and Roma https://rroma.org/politics-and-roma/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=politics-and-roma Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:37:44 +0000 https://rroma.org/?p=33220 The article critiques the political style of Dávid Endre, the deputy mayor of Székelyudvarhely, Romania, highlighting his use of enemy-focused politics that perpetuates social tensions rather than addressing underlying issues.

It discusses the problematic representation of the Roma community in media and film, particularly criticizing a documentary that portrays them solely through the lens of suffering without addressing structural causes of their poverty.

The author argues for the need for more nuanced and responsible media portrayals that include Roma voices and stories beyond stereotypes of crime and poverty.

]]> 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.

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