Celebrating 80 Years of Roma Resilience: Honoring Heritage Beyond the Holocaust

In the shimmering light of resilience, we gather today to celebrate a remarkable milestone – 80 years since the liberation of the Roma people from the horrors of the Holocaust. With hearts heavy with the weight of history, yet uplifted by the strength of spirit, we come together to honor the enduring legacy of a community that has triumphed over adversity, preserving its culture, identity, and humanity against all odds.

Eight decades ago, the world bore witness to one of the darkest chapters in human history – the systematic persecution and genocide of the Roma, alongside other marginalized groups, by the Nazi regime. But from the ashes of hatred and brutality, the Roma rose, their unwavering courage and resilience shining brightly as beacons of hope amidst the darkness.