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On the occasion of International Romani Day on 8 April, MEP Romeo Franz (Greens/EFA) spoke with EURACTIV about the continued challenges that Romani communities across Europe face and the importance of legally binding legislation.
Romeo Franz is a German MEP (Greens/EFA) and the first German Sinto in the European Parliament. He is the vice-chair for the Culture and Education Committee (CULT) and was the rapporteur for a report on the implementation of National Roma Integration Strategies.
Could you briefly explain what International Roma Day is?
International Roma Day is a worldwide day of action to draw attention to the situation of Romani people – especially discrimination and persecution. The day is also used to celebrate the culture of this very diverse minority.
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On the occasion of International Romani Day on 8 April, MEP Romeo Franz (Greens/EFA) spoke with EURACTIV about the continued challenges that Romani communities across Europe face and the importance of legally binding legislation.
Romeo Franz is a German MEP (Greens/EFA) and the first German Sinto in the European Parliament. He is the vice-chair for the Culture and Education Committee (CULT) and was the rapporteur for a report on the implementation of National Roma Integration Strategies.
Could you briefly explain what International Roma Day is?
International Roma Day is a worldwide day of action to draw attention to the situation of Romani people – especially