Category Archives: EU

“I’m not illegal, I’m a human being”

Posted on 24 April 2013 by Helena Scott

Ahmed, born in Somalia, has settled in Sweden. He is speaking to the European Parliament today about his dramatic experiences on the way to his new home. He told Amnesty International how he came to be there and what his … Continue reading →

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Bringing home Roma reality to the heart of the EU

Posted on 11 April 2013 by Helena Scott

On 8 April, we brought home the daily reality for Romani people to the European Union headquarters, when Roma community activists (alongside members of local and international organizations) marked International Roma Day by staging a flash mob outside the European … Continue reading →

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“We feel a part of this city. We have nowhere to go.” A letter from Wrocław, Poland

Posted on 8 April 2013 by Helena Scott

A group of Romani families are on the point of facing a forced eviction by the authorities in Wrocław, Poland. Now, their voice is  being heard. Members of the community have written a moving open letter to the Mayor of … Continue reading →

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