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Recognition of Roma Genocide and Fight Against Anti-Gypsyism

Summary

This resolution addresses anti-Gypsyism in Europe and calls for official EU recognition of the Roma genocide during World War II, including the creation of a dedicated memorial day.
10 15.04.2015
Other
human rights
social policy
equal treatment
employment and working conditions

Key points

  • The resolution expresses deep concern regarding the rise of anti-Gypsyism and violent attacks against Roma people across Europe.
  • It calls on Member States to effectively implement existing EU laws regarding equal treatment regardless of ethnic origin.
  • The document demands stronger legal action against racism, xenophobia, and the denial of the Roma genocide.
  • It formally recognizes the historical fact of the genocide of Roma during World War II.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the occasion of International Roma Day – anti-Gypsyism in Europe and EU recognition of the memorial day of the Roma genocide during World War II International Roma Day – anti-Gypsyism in Europe and EU recognition of the memorial day of the Roma genocide during WW II
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