Events
Statement by Roma and pro-Roma civil society
We are deeply concerned about the public statements made by Mr. Viktor Andrusiv, a former advisor to the Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, during an interview. In his statement, Mr. Andrusiv used offensive language that reinforces negative stereotypes, comparing citizens who evade conscription in Ukraine to Roma.
A presentation of the book "Russian Colonialism 101"
On 17 May, the Pilecki Institute in Berlin hosted a presentation of the book "Russian Colonialism 101" by Ukrainian journalist and media expert Maksym Eristavi.
May 16 - Romani Resistance Day
The history of the Roma people is inextricably linked to pain, persecution and destruction. And May 16 is a date that reminds us of the terrible historical events and the heroic resistance of the Roma. It is the Romani Resistance Day.
Ukrainian Decolonization: the Untold Roma Stories
Prominent Ukrainian Roma will share their stories of anti-colonial resistance, how they fit into the broader decolonization awakening in Ukraine, and what they tell us about the nature and models of Russian imperial culture.
Public event "Roma in Ukraine – Fighters for Democracy, Human Rights and Justice"
A public event “Roma in Ukraine - Fighters for Democracy, Human Rights and Justice” will be held in Berlin. Despite anti-Gypsyism in Ukraine, many Roma are actively fighting in the Ukrainian Armed Forces and contributing to the defense and reconstruction of Ukraine.
Mapping the Challenges faced by Ukrainian Roma in a War Time and Overcoming the Obstacles
Representatives of “Arka” took part in the seminar and conference “Identifying the challenges faced by Ukrainian Roma during the war and overcoming obstacles through policy, advocacy and empowerment” in Warsaw.
Cafe Kyiv event took place in Berlin
A Cafe Kyiv event was held in Berlin to discuss the situation of national minorities and indigenous peoples in Ukraine.
Respect, Recognition and Rights of National Minorities in Ukraine
On February 19, at 15:00, Café Kyiv (Berlin) will host a panel discussion "Respect, Recognition and Rights of National Minorities in Ukraine: Roma, Crimean Tatars and Nadazov Greeks". Representatives of the three communities will talk about how the full-scale invasion has affected their communities, as well as their expectations from the international community and the Ukrainian government.
Consultation meeting on opportunities for Roma youth realization
A consultative meeting on opportunities for Roma youth was held at the European Youth Center in Strasbourg. The event was attended by representatives of Roma youth organizations and networks, national youth councils and experts.
How to Decolonize Memory?
The workshop “How to Decolonize Memory?” took place in November in Berlin. The participants went on a tour of the Jewish Museum and held a reflective session on the representation of the history and memory of Roma and Sinti.