The Roma community suffers massive discrimination throughout Europe. Denied their rights to housing, employment, healthcare and education, Roma are often victims of forced evictions, racist attacks and police ill-treatment.
Living predominantly on the margins of society, Roma are among the most deprived communities in Europe. In some countries, they are prevented from obtaining citizenship and personal documents required for social insurance, health care and other benefits.
Romani children are frequently unjustifiably placed in "special schools" where curtailed curricula limit their possibilities for fulfilling their potential.
Today is International Roma Day, a celebration of Romani culture that aims to raise awareness of the issues facing Roma people. Held on 8 April every year since 1990, the Day draws attention to discrimination directed at Roma and Gypsy communities globally.
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