European Agency for Roma Unity
Budget
€2,000
EP Access
0
accredited persons
Staff
2
1 FTE
EU Grants
None
Mission & Goals
Promote the social, economic, political, and cultural inclusion of Roma communities across Europe. Advocate for equal rights, anti-discrimination policies, and the empowerment of Roma individuals in decision-making processes. Support Roma representation at European institutions and national governments. Develop programs and partnerships to combat discrimination and promote Roma heritage and identity. Provide capacity-building support to Roma-led initiatives and civil society organizations. Engage in research and policy development to foster Roma inclusion in European societies. Strengthen European cooperation among civil society actors and other organizations working towards Roma rights and inclusion. Facilitate the exchange of information between organizations about European developments affecting Roma communities. Link existing European initiatives and develop new strategies aimed at promoting Roma participation in social, economic, and political life.
EU Legislative Interests
The EU Roma strategic framework for equality, inclusion, and participation 2020-2030 The Employment Equality Directive The Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme The resolution of 17 September 2020 on the implementation of National Roma Integration Strategies: combating negative attitudes towards people with Romani background in Europe The resolution of 5 October 2022 on the situation of Roma people living in settlements in the EU The resolution of 4 October 2023 on the segregation and discrimination of Roma children in education The European Pillar of Social Rights The Youth Employment Initiative The European Social Fund Plus The Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027) The Child Guarantee The Cross-border Healthcare Directive The EU Strategy on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (2021-2030)
Communication Activities
Events to be organized in 2026: Eu Roma Week - Roma Unity key to policy success Eu Roma International Day Eu Roma Resistance Day Eu Roma Holocaust Victims Commemoration EU Platform for Roma Inclusion
Interests Represented
Does not represent commercial interests
Organisation Members
Centre of Resources for Social Inclusion CRIS, Romania Centre of Resources Apollo, Romania
Commissioner Meetings
No recorded meetings with EU commissioners.