Connecting faith and social justice through action
Roma represent Europe’s largest ethnic minority, with an estimated 10 to 12 million individuals living across the continent. Despite their historical presence, Roma communities continue to face systemic discrimination, social exclusion, segregation, and intergenerational poverty. Deeply rooted Anti-Roma racism or Anti-Gypsyism, remains a significant barrier to inclusion, perpetuating segregation and inequality despite EU-level efforts.
Eurodiaconia promotes the empowerment of Roma communities and individuals by advocating for access to inclusive education, employment, housing, and healthcare, with particular attention to vulnerable groups, such as children, women and EU mobile citizens. Since 2009, the Eurodiaconia Roma Inclusion Network has fostered collaboration among members to share best practices and advocate for Roma inclusion at EU level. Our members provide vital services where national and local governmental actions fall short. By addressing both immediate needs and systemic challenges, we contribute to sustainable change, tackling anti-gypsyism and fostering social inclusion.
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Eurodiaconia is a network of churches and Christian organisations that provide social and health care services and advocate for social justice. Together we work for just and transformative social change across Europe.
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