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Empowering the Roma is key to shaping a Europe of equality, justice, and fairness. Welcome to the Roma Foundation for Europe. linktr.ee/romaforeurope
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
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
Mensur Haliti argues that the assassination of Charlie Kirk in the US and the suppression of Roma in Europe reveal the same mechanism: when hate is tolerated as politics, violence moves from the margins to the centre. Read his article—link in bio. #romaforeurope
September 25, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Mensur Haliti argues that the assassination of Charlie Kirk in the US and the suppression of Roma in Europe reveal the same mechanism: when hate is tolerated as politics, violence moves from the margins to the centre. Read his article—link in bio. #romaforeurope
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
“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
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
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
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
Rockets damaged Andriy Poliakov’s home in Andriivka, Ukraine, but the disabled father of two stayed, caring for family while surviving without gas or heating. His experience highlights that Roma households in Ukraine are far less likely to receive compensation for war damage. #romaforeurope
September 12, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Rockets damaged Andriy Poliakov’s home in Andriivka, Ukraine, but the disabled father of two stayed, caring for family while surviving without gas or heating. His experience highlights that Roma households in Ukraine are far less likely to receive compensation for war damage. #romaforeurope
Von der Leyen’s #SOTEU called it a social crisis. For Roma, this is daily life.
📊 Roma economic empowerment could add €10B to EU GDP annually – Europe cannot afford to waste this potential.
Full reaction on our website.
#romaforeurope
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📊 Roma economic empowerment could add €10B to EU GDP annually – Europe cannot afford to waste this potential.
Full reaction on our website.
#romaforeurope
romaforeurope.org/work/article...
Roma Foundation for Europe: State of the Union leaves €10 billion growth opportunity at risk
President von der Leyen’s 2025 State of the Union pledged action on jobs, poverty, and resilience. The Roma Foundation for Europe warns these commitments will fail unless they deliver for Roma workers...
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September 10, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Von der Leyen’s #SOTEU called it a social crisis. For Roma, this is daily life.
📊 Roma economic empowerment could add €10B to EU GDP annually – Europe cannot afford to waste this potential.
Full reaction on our website.
#romaforeurope
romaforeurope.org/work/article...
📊 Roma economic empowerment could add €10B to EU GDP annually – Europe cannot afford to waste this potential.
Full reaction on our website.
#romaforeurope
romaforeurope.org/work/article...
At WFD2024, @zjovanovic.bsky.social stressed that democracy fails when solutions for Roma are treated as separate. What works for Roma will benefit everyone, building a stronger, more accountable democracy in Europe. #romaforeurope
September 10, 2025 at 11:34 AM
At WFD2024, @zjovanovic.bsky.social stressed that democracy fails when solutions for Roma are treated as separate. What works for Roma will benefit everyone, building a stronger, more accountable democracy in Europe. #romaforeurope
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
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
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
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
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
As tentative peace talks stall, Russia’s war on Ukraine shows no sign of ending—leaving Roma refugees like Nazrin Aliieva in exile. Fleeing to Romania with few belongings, she faced uncertainty. At a refugee centre run by the Roma Education Fund, she has found support and resilience. #romaforeurope
September 1, 2025 at 11:55 AM
As tentative peace talks stall, Russia’s war on Ukraine shows no sign of ending—leaving Roma refugees like Nazrin Aliieva in exile. Fleeing to Romania with few belongings, she faced uncertainty. At a refugee centre run by the Roma Education Fund, she has found support and resilience. #romaforeurope
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
In Zaporizhzhia, Oleksandr and Maryna Fursenko shelter daily with their children and grandparents as shelling continues.
Like thousands of Roma families, they face greater obstacles to rebuilding and returning home. Many are excluded from state compensation, despite heavy losses.
#ukrainerecovery
Like thousands of Roma families, they face greater obstacles to rebuilding and returning home. Many are excluded from state compensation, despite heavy losses.
#ukrainerecovery
August 28, 2025 at 11:46 AM
In Zaporizhzhia, Oleksandr and Maryna Fursenko shelter daily with their children and grandparents as shelling continues.
Like thousands of Roma families, they face greater obstacles to rebuilding and returning home. Many are excluded from state compensation, despite heavy losses.
#ukrainerecovery
Like thousands of Roma families, they face greater obstacles to rebuilding and returning home. Many are excluded from state compensation, despite heavy losses.
#ukrainerecovery
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The Open Society Foundations, founded by George Soros and chaired by Alex Soros, do not support or fund violent protests. Allegations to the contrary are false, and the threats against our founder and chair are outrageous.
August 27, 2025 at 3:54 PM
The Open Society Foundations, founded by George Soros and chaired by Alex Soros, do not support or fund violent protests. Allegations to the contrary are false, and the threats against our founder and chair are outrageous.
At 24, Tomáš Matta from Košice is preparing to finish university, work in public policy, and one day run for office.
Through the Roma Pride Youth Project by Roma Education Fund and REDI , he gained mentoring and leadership support.
📸 Akos Stiller
#romayouth #romaeducation #romaforeurope
Through the Roma Pride Youth Project by Roma Education Fund and REDI , he gained mentoring and leadership support.
📸 Akos Stiller
#romayouth #romaeducation #romaforeurope
August 26, 2025 at 10:03 AM
At 24, Tomáš Matta from Košice is preparing to finish university, work in public policy, and one day run for office.
Through the Roma Pride Youth Project by Roma Education Fund and REDI , he gained mentoring and leadership support.
📸 Akos Stiller
#romayouth #romaeducation #romaforeurope
Through the Roma Pride Youth Project by Roma Education Fund and REDI , he gained mentoring and leadership support.
📸 Akos Stiller
#romayouth #romaeducation #romaforeurope
For 20+ years, Enis Aziri has run Fantasy Furniture in Shuto Orizari, Skopje.
With @redi.ngo support, he’s now working toward Fantasy HOME—a full store for furniture and décor.
📸 Akos Stiller
#romaentrepreneurship #romaempowerment #inclusiveeconomy #supportlocal #redi #romabusiness #romaforeurope
With @redi.ngo support, he’s now working toward Fantasy HOME—a full store for furniture and décor.
📸 Akos Stiller
#romaentrepreneurship #romaempowerment #inclusiveeconomy #supportlocal #redi #romabusiness #romaforeurope
August 25, 2025 at 8:06 AM
For 20+ years, Enis Aziri has run Fantasy Furniture in Shuto Orizari, Skopje.
With @redi.ngo support, he’s now working toward Fantasy HOME—a full store for furniture and décor.
📸 Akos Stiller
#romaentrepreneurship #romaempowerment #inclusiveeconomy #supportlocal #redi #romabusiness #romaforeurope
With @redi.ngo support, he’s now working toward Fantasy HOME—a full store for furniture and décor.
📸 Akos Stiller
#romaentrepreneurship #romaempowerment #inclusiveeconomy #supportlocal #redi #romabusiness #romaforeurope
Ciprian Necula, Chair of the Roma Education Fund, leads a team working to increase the resilience of Roma communities in a rapidly changing Europe through education.
Learn more about our network’s leadership: romaforeurope.org #romaforeurope
Learn more about our network’s leadership: romaforeurope.org #romaforeurope
August 22, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Ciprian Necula, Chair of the Roma Education Fund, leads a team working to increase the resilience of Roma communities in a rapidly changing Europe through education.
Learn more about our network’s leadership: romaforeurope.org #romaforeurope
Learn more about our network’s leadership: romaforeurope.org #romaforeurope
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
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