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The Abolition of Roma Slavery Day in Romania, a Cultural Celebration and a Call to Action
One hundred and sixty-nine years have passed since the abolition of Roma slavery in the Romanian Principalities, a pivotal moment for both Roma and Romanian history. This anniversary was celebrated on February 20th, 2025, with a significant cultural event held at the National Museum of Romanian Peasant in Bucharest. The event was organized by Roma [Read More]
REF Organizes Key Debate on Far-Right Extremism in Romania Amidst 80th Commemoration of Auschwitz Liberation
Roma Education Fund Romania, in partnership with the “Elie Wiesel” National Institute for the Study of the Holocaust in Romania, convened a crucial debate on the alarming rise of far-right extremism. Scholars, public institutions and civic society representatives gathered to discuss the urgent need for proactive measures to protect democratic values and social cohesion in [Read More]
Armina’s Journey: A Tale of Resilience and Hope
Armina is a Recipient of the Early Childhood Education program under the EU Regional Action for Roma Education: Increased Education Support and Opportunities for Roma Students in the Western Balkans and Turkey (RARE), phase II Project, funded by the European Commission through the Directorate-General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations and implemented by REF Romania and REF [Read More]
Closing Conference of the “Pedagogy Scholarship Program” Marks a New Beginnin: The REF Educators Network
On December 7, 2024, the Roma Education Fund Romania hosted the closing conference of the Pedagogy Scholarship Program, funded by the Velux Foundations and REF. The event brought together teachers, mentors, scholarship recipients, and civil society representatives, creating an inspiring space for workshops, exchanges of best practices, and motivational stories. “Over the past ten years, this [Read More]
Scholarship Opportunity: Master in Public Policy at the University of Oxford
Are you a Roma graduate with at least a BA degree? Considering a Master’s in Public Policy? The University of Oxford and the Blavatnik School of Government, in partnership with the Roma Education Fund, are offering a scholarship for one outstanding Roma applicant for the 2025/26 academic year. This is your chance to develop the [Read More]
Researchers from 5 countries, at the III Edition of the Scientific Conference dedicated to Nicolae Gheorghe
PRESS RELEASE The Roma Education Fund Romania, in collaboration with the Master of Roma Studies and the Faculty of Political Sciences at the National School of Political and Administrative Studies (SNSPA) in Bucharest, Romania, organized the third edition of the International Scientific Conference on “Gheorghianism (Nicolae Gheorghe’s Doctrine) and the Foundations of the Roma Nation”. [Read More]
REF Serbia is Launching the QualiROM Project
The ‘Guiding Roma Youth to Quality Education and Employment: QualiROM’ project aims to ease the transition of young Roma from Serbia into employment. This initiative will support 250 youths in identifying their educational and career paths, making informed decisions, and ensuring a smooth transition into their professional lives. The project is funded by the German [Read More]
The Roma Education Fund Slovakia Launches Roma Pride Youth Project
The Roma Education Fund (REF) and the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative (REDI) are thrilled to announce a new partnership to implement the Roma Pride Youth Project. This initiative aims to empower Roma youth by focusing on education, leadership development, and social inclusion. Roma Pride Youth Project (RPYP), financially supported by the U.S. Embassy in Slovakia, [Read More]
Roma Education Fund: Partnering with Accenture Romania to Build Resilient Roma Communities
We are delighted to announce a significant contribution to our mission to build Resilient Roma Communities through Education. REF Romania has received from Accenture Romania a generous donation of over 800 items of office furniture and appliances, including chairs, desks, TVs screens, with a total market value exceeding € 55,000. This contribution will greatly enhance [Read More]
Stanislav Daniel is the New Director of Roma Education Fund Slovakia
Stanislav Daniel, a distinguished professional with Romani heritage from Slovakia, assumed leadership of REF Slovakia team in August 2024. He brings a wealth of international experience across various sectors, including government, non-profits, international organizations, and private philanthropy. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in promoting the rights and education of disadvantaged groups, especially in [Read More]
