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thursday, 30th january 2025 at 18h,Pritličje, Mestni trg 2, Ljubljana, Slovenia Greetings, You are cordially invited to a lecture by Isaac Blake, CEO of Romani Cultural & Arts Company, from Cardiff. Isaac Blake is a member of the British Roma and LGBTQIA+ communities and is active in the development of arts and performance programmes, particularly…

The Association for Roma Women’s Integration Loli Luludi has concluded, the international project Strengthening the capacities of the non-governmental sector working in the field of the Roma community and the inclusion of Roma women in the work of NGOs, which is co-financed by the Erasmus+ programme (KA210-ADU – Smaller Partnerships in the field of general…

Balogh Szilvi In this final episode of Bridging Communities: Roma Perspectives, we have the pleasure of speaking with Balogh Szilvi, an inspiring Roma leader and advocate from Nagyecsed. Szilvi is a dedicated social pedagogue, social worker, and the leader of the Rising Stars Roma Women’s Association, a civil organization she helped establish in 2014. With…

Jasmina In this episode of Bridging Communities: Roma Perspectives, we are joined by Jasmina, a dedicated Romani teacher with eight years of experience at a primary school in Maribor. Jasmina shares her unique perspective as a Roma woman in education, offering insights into her teaching experiences, her observations of the challenges her students face, and…

Kanalas Szilvia In this episode of Bridging Communities: Roma Perspectives, we welcome Kanalas Szilvia, a passionate advocate for Roma women’s rights in Hungary. Szilvia opens up about her journey growing up as a Roma woman, deeply influenced by the legacy of her father, a respected leader in the Roma community. Through her story, Szilvia sheds…

Dr. Pepa Kaloyanova In this insightful episode of Bridging Communities: Roma Perspectives, we welcome Dr. Pepa Kaloyanova, Director of the Shumen Regional Health Inspection at Bulgaria’s Ministry of Health. With a wealth of experience and unwavering dedication to public health, Dr. Kaloyanova provides a unique perspective on the essential role of healthcare within Roma communities,…

Saška Jovanović In this episode of Bridging Communities: Roma Perspectives, we’re joined by Saška Jovanović, a dedicated Roma activist originally from Serbia and now based in Italy. As the president of Organization Romni, Saška has made it her mission to advocate for the rights and empowerment of Roma women, creating spaces for their voices and…

Rahela Hojnik Kelenc In this episode of Bridging Communities: Roma Perspectives, we’re thrilled to feature Rahela Hojnik Kelenc, a powerful advocate for education and inclusion within the Roma community. As the principal of People’s University in Lendava, Rahela has dedicated over two decades to supporting Roma youth and adults, building educational programs that truly empower.…

Maria Ivanova In our latest episode of Bridging Communities: Roma Perspectives, we bring you the remarkable story of Maria Ivanova, a Roma woman who has journeyed from a small Bulgarian village to the UK, driven by her unwavering determination and passion for learning. Maria’s path is filled with resilience, courage, and a fierce commitment to…

Alessandro Pistecchia In this episode of Bridging Communities: Roma Perspectives, we are honored to speak with Alessandro Pistecchia, a dedicated expert in local governance and anti-discrimination initiatives in Italy. As a Scientific Referent at the National Office Against Racial Discrimination (UNAR) under the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, Alessandro brings his vast experience in…