JEKHIPE: Understanding, Confronting, and Transforming Antigypsyism in Europe
At the intersection of education, advocacy, and cultural memory, the JEKHIPE project brings forward a collection of infographics, research, and learning tools designed to deepen public understanding of antigypsyism and its enduring impact across Europe. These resources translate complex histories, structural inequalities, and lived experiences into accessible, visually engaging formats—inviting audiences not only to learn, but to reflect and act.
JEKHIPE is a European Commission-funded initiative (CERV) led by ERGO Network, ERIAC, and CEPS, in collaboration with national partners: Slovo 21 (Czechia), Central Council for German Sinti and Roma (Germany), UCRI and Romni (Italy), Amare Romentza (Romania), FAGiC and Romane Siklovne (Spain), and Trajosko Drom (Sweden). Together, these organizations address historical injustices, such as the lack of recognition for the Roma Holocaust and slavery, while promoting institutional representation in arts and education. By engaging policy-makers and grassroots communities, JEKHIPE seeks to contribute to the establishing of clear mechanisms for governmental accountability across Europe.
Infographics for Public Engagement
The core infographic series offers a comprehensive exploration of key themes that define Roma experiences and the structures that affect them. These include:
- What is Antigypsyism? [View Infographic]
- Roma History Is European History [View Infographic]
- Roma Holocaust [View Infographic]
- Civil Rights Movements [View Infographic]
- JEKHIPE Impact [View Infographic]
- Roma Arts As Political Practice [View Infographic]
- Key Dates in The Roma Calendar [View Infographic]
- Media Representation [View Infographic]
- Institutional Antigypsyism [View Infographic]
Recognizing that antigypsyism manifests differently across national contexts, JEKHIPE also presents country-specific infographics that delve into structural realities and policy environments:
National infographics:
- Germany – From Memory to Action: Confronting Antigypsyism in Modern Germany [View Infographic: In English/ In German]
- Spain – Unfinished Justice: Understanding Structural Antigypsyism [View Infographic: In English/ In Spanish]
- Czechia – From Exclusion to Equity: Breaking the Cycle of Antigypsyism [View Infographic: In English/ In Czech]
- Romania – Legacy of Exclusion: Unmasking Structural Inequality [View Infographic: In English/ In Romanian]
- Sweden – Unseen Barriers The Structural Reality of Being Roma in Sweden [View Infographic: In English/ In Swedish]
- Italy – Unrecognized and Unequal The Struggle for Roma Rights [View Infographic: In English/ In Italian]
Each national case study reflects both shared European patterns and distinct historical trajectories, offering a nuanced perspective on how antigypsyism is reproduced—and how it can be dismantled.
Tools for Change: From Awareness to Action
Beyond awareness, JEKHIPE equips civil society actors, educators, and policymakers with practical tools:
Guidelines on the Promotion of Roma Identity, History, and Culture
Civil Society Toolbox on Countering Antigypsyism
These resources provide concrete strategies for inclusive communication, advocacy, and community engagement, ensuring that knowledge leads to meaningful change.
Research and Policy Insights
The project is grounded in rigorous research and policy analysis. A series of reports and briefs examine both national and European dimensions of antigypsyism:
Researches and policy briefs
Antigypsyism in the Czech Republic: From Recognition to Transitional Justice?
Latest Developments, Strategies and Recommendations to Combat Antigypsyism in Romania
Latest Developments, Strategies and Recommendations to Combat Antigypsyism in Spain
Latest Developments, Strategies and Recommendations to Combat Antigypsyism in Sweden
National policy recommendations:
National Policy Recommendations on Fighting Antigypsyism in the Czech Republic
National Policy Recommendations on Fighting Antigypsyism in Italy
National Policy Recommendations on Fighting Antigypsyism in Romania
National Policy Recommendations on Fighting Antigypsyism in Spain
National Policy Recommendations on Fighting Antigypsyism in Sweden
These documents identify structural barriers, highlight institutional gaps, and propose actionable recommendations for more effective and equitable policies.
Learning Through Masterclasses
JEKHIPE also fosters critical dialogue through a series of expert-led masterclasses, featuring scholars, activists, and practitioners who bring diverse perspectives on history, resistance, and cultural memory. Topics range from civil rights movements and artistic resistance to national histories and identity construction, offering participants an in-depth and reflective learning experience.
Masterclass Antigypsyism in Sweden and Romani Interventions, with Samanta Selimovic
These resources represent more than an educational initiative, they are a call to action. By making antigypsyism visible, understandable, and actionable, the project empowers individuals and institutions to challenge discrimination and support Roma inclusion.
