New memorial for Roma victims unveiled.
The President of IRU Dr. Rudevich was invited by the Ukrainian government to participate in the ceremony of remebrance of Babiy Yar victims. The invitation was extended by the Prime Minister Groisman. Dr. Rudevich was also received by the President, Mr. Poroshenko.
ROMA HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE & RESEARCH CONFERENCE On the 12th of September 2016 in Tallinn, Estonia, a conference took place, dedicated to Samudaripen – the Roma Holocaust.
International Romani Union expresses its deep condolences to the family of our dear friend and colleague, exceptional Roma activist and a brilliant mind, Mr. Valery Novoselsky, who tragically passed away on the 19th of August 2016 in Riga, Latvia.
On the 20th of August 2016 in Riga the IRU cabinet and presidium meeting has taken place. To see the resolutions please enter here:
– IRU Cabinet and Presidium Resolutions (to be uploaded)
– Nomination of Dr. Kujtim Pacaku (Ambassador of Kosovo)
– Roma Language Olympics (5th International Olympiads of Rromani language and literature will be held in Serbia in 2017)
– Indian celebrations of the 1000th year of exodus of Roma
– IRU Yearly Report (to be uploaded)
For the second year in the row the Festival Roma World showcased the best Roma artists of the world. Representatives from 16 countries performed fro three consecutive days on the stage of Dzintari Concert Hall I Jurmala, Latvia.
The Organising Committee of the Festival has signed a partnership agreement with MEZZO TV, available in 55 countries and having more than 28 million subscribers all over the world. Together we are certain Roma art will be appreciated even more, whilst we continue to showcase the diversity of Roma music traditions from all corners of the world.
