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Across Europe, young Roma are organising, mobilising their communities, speaking up and taking initiative. What is often missing is sustained support, stronger networks and opportunities to build on that work. Recognising this need, Roma for Democracy has launched Romanipe, a long-term programme supporting young Roma to develop their skills, strengthen their voices and become active...

As of 1 September 2026, Hallvard Gorseth joins the Pakiv Board of the European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture (ERIAC) as the Council of Europe’s representative, succeeding Bjørn Berge, to whom ERIAC extends its sincere thanks for his contribution and commitment during his time in this role.   Mr. Gorseth currently serves as Director...

[anunțul în română, mai jos] [EN] The European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture (ERIAC) is seeking a Financial Manager to support the implementation of the Roma Voices project. The successful candidate will ensure sound financial management of the project in compliance with Romanian legislation, donor requirements, and ERIAC’s institutional standards. This position offers the...

Under the direct supervision of the ERIAC Executive management, the EU Grant Manager is responsible for the correct management and administration of ERIACNET4EU – a large European project focusing on developing actions that support the implementation of the new EU Roma Framework. The Grant manager will be responsible for the overall coordination of the project...

english | română   Institutul European al Romilor pentru Arte și Cultură (ERIAC) vă invită la Gala de decernare a Premiului Tajsa pentru Patrimoniul Cultural al Romilor, care va avea loc pe 29 noiembrie 2025, la Ateneul Român din București.   Premiul Tajsa pentru Patrimoniul Cultural al Romilor 2025 – Ceremonie de decernare & Gală...

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  In the frame of ERIACNET4EU: ERIAC NETWORK TO ADVANCE ROMA INCLUSION BY COMBATTING AND PREVENTING ANTIGYPSYISM IN THE EU project in 2024, financed by the European Commission, and based on the insights and expertise of the members of the ERIAC Knowledge-Production and Publication thematic section, ERIAC is proud to present a POSITION PAPER WITH ...

In accordance with the ERIAC Statute, which stipulates that no member of the Pakiv Board may simultaneously hold a position in the Barvalipe Academy, Dr. Ioanida Costache’s seat in the Barvalipe Academy was vacated following her election to the Pakiv Board in March 2025. Consequently, an extraordinary election was conducted by the Pakiv Board to...

INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL OUTREACH PROGRAM 2025   In 2024, ERIAC successfully implemented a series of cultural initiatives in Germany with the support of the German Federal Foreign Office, strengthening Roma cultural representation and international collaboration. Key highlights included the Roma Art of Assembly at the Akademie der Künste in Berlin and the expansion of the RomaMoMA...

  International Guest Artists 2025: Romy Rüegger and Monika Kováčová A cooperation between the European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture (ERIAC) and Villa Romana, Florence. Villa Romana and ERIAC are pleased to announce the recipients of their joint artist-in-residency programme for 2025: Romy Rüegger and Monika Kováčová. This ongoing collaboration—initiated in 2020—represents a shared...

April 8 marks World Roma Day, an occasion to reflect upon Romani people’s legacy of self-determination and the continuation of the revolutionary act began in 1971 at the first World Roma Congress: claiming our right to define our own future.   Today, we honor the efforts of Romani individuals and organizations who advance the Roma...

ERIAC Srbija, u saradnji sa REF, REDI i Ženskom Romskom Mrežom, a uz podršku Golden Rose Cosmetic sa zadovoljstvom poziva sve zainteresovane Romkinje da se prijave za učešće u Roma Sisterhood Tea House Session – prilici za umrežavanje, deljenje iskustava i izgradnju međusobne podrške. Ovaj događaj je deo Meseca romskog ženskog aktivizma.     Studije...

Kick-Off Meeting and Public Launch of ERIACNET4EU 2025: ERIAC NETWORK TO ADVANCE ROMA INCLUSION BY COMBATTING AND PREVENTING ANTIGYPSYISM IN THE EU   As part of the European Union’s Citizens, Equality, Rights, and Values Programme (CERV), ERIAC is excited to announce the next phase of its project: ERIACNET4EU – The ERIAC Network for Advancing Roma...

REPARATORY MEMORY AND TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE FROM A POST-POSTMODERN PERSPECTIVE   This essay is an introduction to extended research. It aims to reflect upon what a contemporary Romano Museum should hold as its mission and how it should look in order to meet the requirements and the demands of the 21st-century visitor and society in general,...

Villa Romana Residency in Florence for Roma Contemporary Artists 2025   For the sixth consecutive year, the European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture (ERIAC) and Villa Romana continue their collaboration to support two contemporary artists of Roma origin, through an artistic residency programme in Florence. This program provides a dedicated space for artistic research, production, and...

Chandeliers with Eyes In memory of Constantin Anica   With my hands, I crush the grain; Crumbs fall to the ground. I gather them all in my fist— The place remains so stark and white.   Buried deep within the earth, The slaked lime slowly melts, Mixed with tears that stain my palms. In my...

A Journey into Roma Identity and Cultural Resilience Through the Eyes of Young Greek-Roma Girls in Lesbos Teaser: Małgorzata Mirga-Tas’s powerful textile art transcends geographical and cultural boundaries, facilitating a profound dialogue between Roma cultural identity and the wider world. Her work, showcased in the Space of Togetherness exhibition in Athens, inspired young Roma girls...

Louis Burkler, Marina Rosselle and Romuald Jandolo at the Rivesaltes Camp Memorial: Remembrance as Resistance and Transformation The Rivesaltes Camp Memorial exhibition, Le Camp des Familles (15.03.2024 – 14.02.2025), explores the persecution of the “Nomads” in France during WWII through history and art. Featuring works by Louis Burkler, Marina Rosselle, and Romuald Jandolo, it merges...