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Roma can power Europe’s future. Nearly 2 million people leave Europe’s labour market each year—the equivalent of losing Paris—while businesses can’t find workers. With training, young Roma could fill many of those jobs, adding billions to Europe’s GDP. #romaforeurope
September 30, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Roma can power Europe’s future. Nearly 2 million people leave Europe’s labour market each year—the equivalent of losing Paris—while businesses can’t find workers. With training, young Roma could fill many of those jobs, adding billions to Europe’s GDP. #romaforeurope
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Electricity cut off before elections. Welfare withheld. Schools restricted. These are not isolated injustices but tools of control. What are often called “Roma problems”, said @zjovanovic.bsky.social at WFD2024, are systemic failures that strike at the heart of democracy. #romaforeurope
September 29, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Electricity cut off before elections. Welfare withheld. Schools restricted. These are not isolated injustices but tools of control. What are often called “Roma problems”, said @zjovanovic.bsky.social at WFD2024, are systemic failures that strike at the heart of democracy. #romaforeurope
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After years with the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative, Erdzan Shakirovski has launched his own venture. Starting with one delivery van in Skopje’s Shuto Orizari market, he aims to expand, hire Roma drivers and build a regional logistics company. #romaforeurope
September 24, 2025 at 1:50 PM
After years with the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative, Erdzan Shakirovski has launched his own venture. Starting with one delivery van in Skopje’s Shuto Orizari market, he aims to expand, hire Roma drivers and build a regional logistics company. #romaforeurope
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“You need to enable people to get their own jobs, to pay their bills, build their houses, pay their rent, take their kids to school.” – Meet Petrica Dulgheru, Executive Director of the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative. #romaforeurope
September 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
“You need to enable people to get their own jobs, to pay their bills, build their houses, pay their rent, take their kids to school.” – Meet Petrica Dulgheru, Executive Director of the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative. #romaforeurope
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Slađana Marinković shows how successful entrepreneurship can help lift others. An economist by training, she runs her own cleaning business and, through the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative, works to empower other Roma women in Serbia. #romaforeurope
September 18, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Slađana Marinković shows how successful entrepreneurship can help lift others. An economist by training, she runs her own cleaning business and, through the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative, works to empower other Roma women in Serbia. #romaforeurope
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Making countries future-proof, writes Neda Korunovska, means moving beyond outdated education models and shifting recruitment from degrees to skills. With 56% of Roma youth not in education or employment, closing the gap could add €2 trillion to Europe’s economy. More at link in bio. #romaforeurope
September 17, 2025 at 8:12 AM
Making countries future-proof, writes Neda Korunovska, means moving beyond outdated education models and shifting recruitment from degrees to skills. With 56% of Roma youth not in education or employment, closing the gap could add €2 trillion to Europe’s economy. More at link in bio. #romaforeurope
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On #DemocracyDay, we highlight our network member Roma for Democracy. RFD works to strengthen Roma political participation, protect elections, train future leaders, and challenge harmful narratives. It’s about more than representation—it’s about making Europe’s values work for all. #romaforeurope
September 15, 2025 at 12:59 PM
On #DemocracyDay, we highlight our network member Roma for Democracy. RFD works to strengthen Roma political participation, protect elections, train future leaders, and challenge harmful narratives. It’s about more than representation—it’s about making Europe’s values work for all. #romaforeurope
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On International Literacy Day, we’re reminded that education is empowerment. Yet too many Roma are denied the chance to learn—to shape the future. When that happens, Europe loses talent, growth and cohesion. Investing in Roma education is investing in Europe’s future. #literacyday #romaforeurope
September 8, 2025 at 12:32 PM
On International Literacy Day, we’re reminded that education is empowerment. Yet too many Roma are denied the chance to learn—to shape the future. When that happens, Europe loses talent, growth and cohesion. Investing in Roma education is investing in Europe’s future. #literacyday #romaforeurope
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Roma youth could help solve Slovakia’s labour shortages—but they’re shut out while the country searches for workers abroad. Slovakia’s low unemployment rate hides a paradox: shortages alongside long-term joblessness. Find out more—see links in bio. #romaforeurope
September 5, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Roma youth could help solve Slovakia’s labour shortages—but they’re shut out while the country searches for workers abroad. Slovakia’s low unemployment rate hides a paradox: shortages alongside long-term joblessness. Find out more—see links in bio. #romaforeurope
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1 in 5 Europeans could retire in poverty without reform. Europe is ageing fast & fewer workers paying in leaves pensions under strain. But Roma youth can help keep pensions strong—if given the chance. Supporting them means investing in security for all. Read more—links in bio. #romaforeurope
September 4, 2025 at 2:03 PM
1 in 5 Europeans could retire in poverty without reform. Europe is ageing fast & fewer workers paying in leaves pensions under strain. But Roma youth can help keep pensions strong—if given the chance. Supporting them means investing in security for all. Read more—links in bio. #romaforeurope
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Željko Ristić (33) is the third generation in his family to sell curtains in Niš, Serbia. With support from the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative, he’s boosting online sales and investing in new machinery—working to take the family business international. #romaforeurope
September 3, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Željko Ristić (33) is the third generation in his family to sell curtains in Niš, Serbia. With support from the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative, he’s boosting online sales and investing in new machinery—working to take the family business international. #romaforeurope
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Selena Horváthová (15) from Košice lives in Luník IX—one of Slovakia’s most marginalised areas. Through the Roma Pride Project, run by the Roma Education Fund and REDI, she found mentors who looked like her, believed in her, and helped her see that her future can look different. #romaforeurope
September 2, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Selena Horváthová (15) from Košice lives in Luník IX—one of Slovakia’s most marginalised areas. Through the Roma Pride Project, run by the Roma Education Fund and REDI, she found mentors who looked like her, believed in her, and helped her see that her future can look different. #romaforeurope
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Roma entrepreneurs are powering Europe’s future. Asib Zekir of REDI North Macedonia explains why empowerment matters. 💬 What role does entrepreneurship play?
#romaentrepreneurs #economicempowerment #romarights #romaempowerment #romaforeurope
#romaentrepreneurs #economicempowerment #romarights #romaempowerment #romaforeurope
August 29, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Roma entrepreneurs are powering Europe’s future. Asib Zekir of REDI North Macedonia explains why empowerment matters. 💬 What role does entrepreneurship play?
#romaentrepreneurs #economicempowerment #romarights #romaempowerment #romaforeurope
#romaentrepreneurs #economicempowerment #romarights #romaempowerment #romaforeurope
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Jana Cervrenakova dreams of finishing school and building a career she can be proud of— achievements she hopes will inspire her siblings and her community. The Roma Pride Youth Project in Slovakia, run by the Roma Education Fund and REDI, supported her in working toward her goals. #romaforeurope
August 21, 2025 at 7:34 AM
Jana Cervrenakova dreams of finishing school and building a career she can be proud of— achievements she hopes will inspire her siblings and her community. The Roma Pride Youth Project in Slovakia, run by the Roma Education Fund and REDI, supported her in working toward her goals. #romaforeurope
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Months after the Zaharna Fabrika demolitions in Sofia, Bulgaria, families like Boyko Simov’s are still without stable housing. They’ve lost jobs, their children’s schooling has been disrupted and daily life has been reduced to uncertainty. Real solutions are urgently needed. #romaforeurope
August 20, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Months after the Zaharna Fabrika demolitions in Sofia, Bulgaria, families like Boyko Simov’s are still without stable housing. They’ve lost jobs, their children’s schooling has been disrupted and daily life has been reduced to uncertainty. Real solutions are urgently needed. #romaforeurope
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When Izaura Dryma arrived in Bucharest after Russia’s invasion, she stepped forward to help others. Now she works at the Roma Education Fund, helping Ukrainian Roma families rebuild their lives. On World Humanitarian Day, we honour her and all who choose solidarity in times of crisis. #romaforeurope
August 19, 2025 at 12:50 PM
When Izaura Dryma arrived in Bucharest after Russia’s invasion, she stepped forward to help others. Now she works at the Roma Education Fund, helping Ukrainian Roma families rebuild their lives. On World Humanitarian Day, we honour her and all who choose solidarity in times of crisis. #romaforeurope
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Thousands of homes in eastern Ukraine have been damaged or destroyed—including those of Roma families. Our research shows just 4% of Roma households with war-related damage received compensation versus 61% nationally. Read more about our findings. Link in bio. #romaforeurope
August 14, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Thousands of homes in eastern Ukraine have been damaged or destroyed—including those of Roma families. Our research shows just 4% of Roma households with war-related damage received compensation versus 61% nationally. Read more about our findings. Link in bio. #romaforeurope
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Ibraim Ibraim has run a women’s boutique in Shuto Orizari, North Macedonia, for 20+ years. With support from REDI, he strengthened his business and now aims to enlarge it with an even wider selection—growing local opportunity and inspiring others to follow his path. #romaforeurope
August 12, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Ibraim Ibraim has run a women’s boutique in Shuto Orizari, North Macedonia, for 20+ years. With support from REDI, he strengthened his business and now aims to enlarge it with an even wider selection—growing local opportunity and inspiring others to follow his path. #romaforeurope
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University student Patrik Giňa was a mentor in the Roma Pride Youth Project in Slovakia run by the Roma Education Fund and REDI, helping other young Roma pursue their dreams. Empowering Roma youth brings real returns—for Roma communities and for Europe. More at the link in our bio. #romaforeurope
August 11, 2025 at 11:35 AM
University student Patrik Giňa was a mentor in the Roma Pride Youth Project in Slovakia run by the Roma Education Fund and REDI, helping other young Roma pursue their dreams. Empowering Roma youth brings real returns—for Roma communities and for Europe. More at the link in our bio. #romaforeurope
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Eszter Sipos, our Network Development Officer, supports the Roma-led organisations in our network as we plan, act and learn together—so we can achieve more collectively than we could alone. Learn more about our team: romaforeurope.org #romaforeurope
August 8, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Eszter Sipos, our Network Development Officer, supports the Roma-led organisations in our network as we plan, act and learn together—so we can achieve more collectively than we could alone. Learn more about our team: romaforeurope.org #romaforeurope
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Bojan Raimović’s grocery shop is a cornerstone in the town of Lebane—a place for fresh food and connection. With support from the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative, he received guidance and digital tools to strengthen what he had built—for himself and for his community. #romaforeurope
August 7, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Bojan Raimović’s grocery shop is a cornerstone in the town of Lebane—a place for fresh food and connection. With support from the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative, he received guidance and digital tools to strengthen what he had built—for himself and for his community. #romaforeurope
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Our research finds that Roma in Ukraine are being systematically excluded from state compensation meant to support recovery. Only 4% of Roma households with war-related damage were compensated—as opposed to 61% nationally. #romaforeurope
Roma's Long Standing Exclusion Compounded As Ukraine War Continues
As Russian forces continue to lay waste to civilian areas in Ukraine, Roma struggle to access compensation to help them rebuild.
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August 6, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Our research finds that Roma in Ukraine are being systematically excluded from state compensation meant to support recovery. Only 4% of Roma households with war-related damage were compensated—as opposed to 61% nationally. #romaforeurope
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“For me, teaching isn’t a job—it’s a mission.” – Lidia Orlinova Anastasova teaches IT and economics in Metkovets, Bulgaria. Her parents and a teacher helped her believe in herself, and a Roma Education Fund scholarship helped shape her path. Now she’s inspiring the next generation. #romaforeurope
August 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM
“For me, teaching isn’t a job—it’s a mission.” – Lidia Orlinova Anastasova teaches IT and economics in Metkovets, Bulgaria. Her parents and a teacher helped her believe in herself, and a Roma Education Fund scholarship helped shape her path. Now she’s inspiring the next generation. #romaforeurope