District Office Spandau sets signs of solidarity with Roma and Romnja

District Office Spandau sets signs of solidarity with Roma and Romnja

On April 8th, the Spandau district office sets an important sign of solidarity by hoisting the Roma and Romnja flag. This gesture should support both the Sinti and Sintiz, Roma and Romnja, who have been living here for a long time, as well as the immigrant Roma and Romnja from other countries. The Roma and Romnja are the largest ethnic minority in Europe, with over 12 million relatives who live in different countries and regions of Europe.

In Germany, the Sinti and Sintiz as well as Roma and Romnja are among the four national minorities that are under special protection. It is important to mention that Roma and Romnja had to fight for recognition for a long time, especially as victims of National Socialist tyranny during the Second World War. Despite the fact that they were the largest sacrificial group in addition to the Jewish population, they were not appropriately recognized for a long time.

The Roma's first World Congress in 1971 marked the starting point of Roma Citizens' Rights Movement and is an important milestone in the history of Roma and Romnja. Today, large parts of the minority are affected by poverty due to social exclusion and structural discrimination. It is also worth noting that some of the victims of the tragic Hanau attack in February 2020 were Roma and Romnja.

The Roma flag of the Roma flag by the District Office Spandau therefore stands for respect, recognition, memory, processing, emancipation and protection against discrimination in all areas of life. Danilo Segina, district representative for participation and integration, emphasizes the importance of the measure and the fight against anti -Ziganism, which is unfortunately still widespread in society.

Antigentic incidents can be reported to the participation and integration officers of the district office, Mr. Segina. This underlines the commitment of the Spandau district office in the fight against discrimination and for the recognition and support of the Roma and Romnja community.

Source: www.berlin.de