What is Roma Week 2026?

Roma Week 2026 envisions a Europe where Roma are active agents of change and equal participants in political, social, and economic life. By connecting justice, equality, and participation, it aims to build bridges across institutions and communities, ensuring Roma inclusion remains a defining commitment of the European Union.

Aim

Roma Week 2026 aims to reinforce the political and social commitment of the European Union toward Roma equality, inclusion, and justice. It will build on the achievements of previous editions, focusing on strengthening Roma participation in EU policy frameworks, ensuring accountability in the use of EU funds, and advancing recognition of antigypsyism as a fundamental human rights issue.

With the new EU multiannual financial framework (MFF) and European elections approaching, Roma Week 2026 provides a timely opportunity to align policy, funding, and political will to deliver tangible progress for Roma, Sinti, and Traveller communities. It seeks to connect Roma inclusion to the broader agenda of democracy, social justice, and the rule of law, while amplifying Roma voices across Europe.

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Key objectives of Roma Week 2026:

  1. Linking Roma inclusion with the new Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2035
    To ensure that Roma equality and inclusion remain at the heart of EU priorities, Roma Week 2026 will focus on influencing the design of the upcoming MFF and advocating for the full and effective implementation of Roma-targeted and mainstream funding instruments.
  2. Combating antigypsyism and promoting transitional justice
    Building on the discussions initiated through the JEKHIPE project, the Week will emphasise transitional and restorative justice approaches to address historical and contemporary antigypsyism, fostering recognition, remembrance, and reform.
  3. Fostering alliances across equality and anti-racism movements
    Roma Week 2026 will connect Roma advocacy to the broader anti-racist and human rights landscape, working in synergy with the EU Antiracism Week and civil society networks to promote solidarity among racialised and marginalised communities.
  4. Promoting Roma leadership and participation
    Continuing the focus on Roma representation from 2025, the Week will highlight Roma women, youth, and professionals as key actors in shaping EU policy and democratic life. Sessions will explore pathways to enhance political engagement and leadership development.
  5. Digital inclusion, education, and housing as pathways for empowerment
    Roma Week 2026 will spotlight key socio-economic areas – digitalisation, education, and housing—as interconnected pillars for empowerment and equality, presenting both grassroots innovations and policy solutions.
  6. Strengthening cooperation between institutions and civil society
    The event will reinforce partnerships between the European Parliament, European Commission, Council of Europe, and Roma civil society to ensure coherent and impactful policy responses.

The agenda of the Roma Week 2026 will be published soon

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