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On the 20th of July, Roma Community Centre took part in traditional Žagarė Cherry Festival where Roma culture was represented

2021-04-08 On the occasion of the International Roma Day, we greet the Roma communities throughout the world. On 8th April 1971 Romani activists hold the First International Congress calling for a stronger awareness raising of the persecution faced by Sinti and Roma and for the demand of equal participation. This First Congress set a milestone for the civil rights movements of Sinti and Roma in Europe.


2020-12-02 

Statement by Michelle Bachelet, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

24 November 2020

Thanks to the organisers for this initiative. I am convinced that we must make this period a turning point for minority communities in societies across the world.