Online platform for the fight against antigypsyism

This web platform presents the "Reference Paper on Antigypsyism", the European project "CHACHIPEN" and the work of the Alliance against Antigypsyism which is hosting this platform.

Reference Paper on Antigypsyism

The document ‘Antigypsyism – a reference paper’ proposes a working definition of antigypsyism, that reflects a broad but systematic understanding of the phenomenon.

Chachipen Project

CHACHIPEN – Paving the way for Truth and Reconciliation Process to address antigypsyism in Europe: Remembrance, Recognition, Justice and Trust-Building.

Alliance against Antigypsyism

The Alliance against Antigypsyism is an occasional coalition of organizations that promote equality of rights for Roma, and the fight against antigypsyism.

Activities & News

Truth and Reconciliation Process to Address Antigypsyism in Europe

This Brief presents and summarizes the key findings and policy recommendations based on the four CHACHIPEN Country Reports covering Germany, Romania, Sweden, and Spain. It highlights commonalities and differences between these EU member states, draws lessons learned, and makes recommendations for future EU policy interventions. This Brief also takes into account the key findings resulting from the Strategic Visioning Exercise that took place on 23 June 2022 as part of the CHACHIPEN project.

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Antigypsyism in Romania: Lessons (not) learned

This paper represents an analysis of antigypsyism in Romania. It is part of the
CHACHIPEN project, advancing the recognition of, and response to, antigypsyism to
achieve justice, equality, non-discrimination, and the full participation of Roma as
equal citizens across Europe.

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ROMA ADVOCACY HANDBOOK

The handbook builds on the previous and ongoing work of project partners and combines practical and theoretical knowledge, academic research, training practices, available legal instruments and field work.

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Pandemic Policing and Roma: a case to answer

During Covid-19 lockdown, a significant number of actions taken by law enforcement in ‘policing the pandemic’ were observed which clearly violated the principles of non-discrimination and equality, and constituted cruel and inhumane behaviour. In addition to incidents of police brutality, whole Romani neighbourhoods were subjected to discriminatory clampdowns by security forces.

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