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The RomaThe RomaRoma are variously known as Rroma, Gypsies, Tsiganes, Tsigan, Gitanos or Gitans, as well as Sinti, Cale, and many other names. They are Europeans, having arrived... -
HistoryHistoryApart from the non-controversial fact that Roma come from India, the rest of the Roma early history is a subject of controversy. When did Roma...
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LanguageLanguageRoma have an Indian based language, a discovery of 1753. Romanes, or Romani Čhib, is the language of the Roma. This fact is little known...
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TraditionsTraditionsThe Roma culture is not a written one and has kept its unity and consistency in spite of savage assaults. Traditions were one of the...
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MusicMusicWhat is Roma music? What is Roma music? This seemingly innocuous question has fed quite an industry. From the 18th century onward, musicians, scientist have...
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ReportsReportsAll reports presented here are strictly copyrighted to the Rroma Foundation Zürich. These reports were compiled by our staff while on surveys in various countries.
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Questions & AnswersQuestions & AnswersWhen hearing about Roma, when reading about them, a wealth of clichés, generally accepted “truths” and statements are always present. This summary presents the most...
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GalleriesGalleriesThese galleries are either the work of amateurs, documenting the situation in a specific region at a specific time (for example in Bosnia in 2001,...
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Who are Roma? Where do they come from? What is the difference between Roma, Sinti, Gypsies, Cale, Tsiganes, Zigeuner, Travellers? Do they have a language? Where do they come from? How many are there in Europe? What are their traditions?
These and many more questions are treated at length in these pages on Roma, history, language, traditions, music, but also in shorter form in the questions and answers page.
The page also has resources on literature, reports and many more items.
Recent News on Roma
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September 25, 2026An important meeting for the Romani Party of Vrancea, Romania, took place, focusing on the party's reorganization following a scandal...
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September 25, 2026Braunau am Inn celebrates the 25th anniversary of the RoSi-Rastplatz, a unique project supporting Roma and Sinti travelers, recognized for...
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September 25, 2026The Dolenjska People's Initiative held its fourth consultation in Novo mesto regarding issues related to the Roma community and conditions...
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September 25, 2026Roberto Hamidović and six family members were sentenced for forcing children into mass pickpocketing in Paris, with Hamidović receiving eight...
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September 25, 2026Roma leaders from various European countries gathered in Skopje to discuss political participation and how mandates can lead to tangible...
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September 25, 2026The project "Bridge of Colors: Uniting Cultures through Creativity and Knowledge" has commenced in Shumen, aimed at fostering interaction among...
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September 24, 2026The Civil Movement of Roma in Serbia announced its decision to withdraw from negotiations for a joint electoral list with...
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September 24, 2026A young Romni, B.R., raised in child protection, has written an open letter to the mayor of Cluj, Emil Boc,...
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September 24, 2026The Slovak Government Council for the Inclusion of Marginalized Roma Communities held its first meeting on September 22, 2026, in...
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September 24, 2026Róbert Hamburgbadžo discusses his journey from a poor Roma background to becoming a journalist, emphasizing the challenges of Romani journalism...
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September 24, 2026The Romani show "So vakeres - Kaj govoriš?" airs twice a month and is produced by Romani journalists in Serbia. Approximately...
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September 24, 2026A new cultural center dedicated to Romani culture, language, and traditions was inaugurated in Belgrade, Serbia, attended by Dorin Cioabă,...
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September 23, 2026A concert celebrating World Romani Language Day on November 5, will feature the band Amala, led by composer Imer Traja...
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September 23, 2026Local NGOs in Cluj, particularly TAC.social, criticize a protest against the relocation of Roma families from Pata Rât, emphasizing the...
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September 23, 2026The Third Summit of Roma Leaders in Sofia focuses on unity, leadership, and a European future, organized by the United...
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September 23, 2026In the village of Zidarovo, Bulgaria, a small group of local Roma is accused of vandalism and public disorder, raising...
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September 22, 2026An international conference titled "Roma and Sinti - Between Historical Memory and Modernity" will take place on November 24-25 in...
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September 22, 2026Local councilor Dragoș Roșianu criticized fellow councilor Daniel Meze for generalizing about relocated Roma families after a fire incident, urging...
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