Roma Versitas Albania

06/10/2026

27/08/2026

Closing Ceremony of the SEC and TER Projects RARE II Programme

Today, at Hotel Mondial in Tirana, the closing ceremony of the SEC (Secondary Education) and TER (Tertiary Education) projects was held within the framework of the RARE Programme.

The event was opened by Emiliano Aliu, Executive Director of Roma Versitas Albania, who welcomed the participants and highlighted the importance of the work carried out to support education and opportunities for Roma youth.

During the event, Ms. Ersida Teliti, Study Expert, presented the findings of the study on secondary education among the Roma and Egyptian communities in Albania, highlighting key challenges and recommendations for improving access to and participation in education.

The event was also attended by:

* Ms. Aliona Përmeti, representative of the Ministry;
* Mr. Endi Kalemaj, representative of the National Youth Agency;
* Ms. Marsela Taho, National Facilitator of the Roma Education Fund.

The achievements of the SEC and TER projects were also presented, followed by a discussion focusing on the role of institutions and policy recommendations aimed at strengthening educational opportunities and social inclusion for the Roma community.

We would like to thank all partners, institutions, beneficiaries and contributors for their commitment and cooperation throughout the implementation of these projects.

EU Regional Action for Roma Education: Increased Education Support and Opportunities for Roma Students in the Western Balkans and Turkey (RARE), Phase II.”🇪🇺 This project is funded by the European Commission through DG ENEST (Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood)🤝 and implemented by REF Romania and REF Serbia.

13/07/2026

01/07/2026

📍 Day 2 | MemoryKeepers Youth Training – Tirana, Albania

The second day of the MemoryKeepers Youth Training focused on turning knowledge into action.

The programme began with a reflection session, where participants shared their experiences and key takeaways from the first day before continuing with a series of interactive activities.

During Creative Writing & Narrative Change, participants critically analyzed stereotypical representations of Roma communities in popular animated films and worked together to rewrite these narratives into positive, inclusive stories that promote diversity, equality, and respect.

The training then continued with the Youth Action Planning Session, where participants designed communication campaigns aimed at tackling discrimination, hate speech, and social exclusion. Working in teams, they developed campaign concepts, key messages, social media content, and awareness videos based on the principles of Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC).

The programme concluded with the Roma Youth Debate Lab, an interactive debate simulation where participants represented policymakers, civil society, the media, and Roma communities. Through discussion and argumentation, they explored public policies related to historical remembrance, Roma representation, social inclusion, and combating antigypsyism, while strengthening their advocacy, critical thinking, and public speaking skills.

Over the course of two inspiring days, more than 100 participants from across Europe came together to learn, exchange experiences, and strengthen their commitment to preserving the memory of Samudaripen and promoting human rights, inclusion, and active youth participation.

👏 Thank you to all participants, partner organizations, speakers, facilitators, and institutions for making this event a success and for contributing to the mission of the MemoryKeepers project.

🇪🇺 Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

22/06/2026

📍 MemoryKeepers Youth Training

📅 16–17 June 2026 | Hotel Mondial, Tirana, Albania
For two inspiring days, more than 80 young people, youth workers, and partner organizations from across Europe came together to learn, reflect, and take action within the “Youth Ambassadors Raising Awareness of the Roma Holocaust – MemoryKeepers” project.

Organized by Roma Versitas Albania (RVA), the training focused on remembering Samudaripen – the Roma Holocaust, combating antigypsyism and discrimination, promoting youth participation, and empowering young people to become ambassadors of remembrance and inclusion.

Through interactive workshops, World Café discussions, an art exhibition, a live podcast session, youth action planning, and the Roma Youth Debate Lab, participants exchanged experiences, developed recommendations, and strengthened international cooperation.

🕯️ Remembering the past.
🤝 Promoting inclusion.
🎤 Amplifying youth voices.
🌍 Building a future without discrimination.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This activity was implemented within the framework of the “Youth Ambassadors Raising Awareness of the Roma Holocaust – MemoryKeepers” project, co-funded by the European Union. The views and opinions expressed are those of the organizers and participants and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the granting authority. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
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22/06/2026

📍 MemoryKeepers Youth Training – Day 1
📅 16 June 2026 | Hotel Mondial, Tirana
We officially launched the MemoryKeepers Youth Training, bringing together more than 80 young people, youth workers, and partner organizations from across Europe to reflect on remembrance, inclusion, and youth participation.

The event was opened by:
🔹 Franko Veliu – Secretary General, Roma Versitas Albania
🔹 Dimitrios Patsalidis – Program Manager, Symplexis
🔹 Sara Bodo – Director General, National Youth Agency of Albania
🔹 Dashnor Veizi – President, National Youth Council of Albania
🔹 Marsela Taho – Country Facilitator, Roma Education Fund Albania
🔹 Arabela Iljas – Representative of the Ministry of Education and Science of North Macedonia

We were also honoured to hear from our international partners, who shared their experiences and progress in implementing the MemoryKeepers project across Europe.

Throughout the day, participants explored the history of Samudaripen – the Roma Holocaust, engaged in thematic workshops, contributed to World Café discussions, and took part in an art exhibition and live podcast session focused on remembrance, inclusion, and combating antigypsyism.

Together, we remember the past, challenge discrimination, and empower young people to become agents of positive change.

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01/06/2026

📢 FTESË PËR PJESËMARRJE | MEMORY KEEPERS – TRAJNIM PËR TË RINJ

A je i/e ri/re nga Tirana dhe dëshiron të mësosh më shumë mbi historinë rome, kujtesën historike dhe rolin e të rinjve në luftën kundër diskriminimit?

🗓️ 16–17 Qershor 2026
📍 Mondial Hotel, Tiranë
🕘 09:30 – 18:00

Roma Versitas Albania (RVA) ju fton të bëheni pjesë e Memory Keepers Youth Training, një aktivitet dy-ditor kushtuar historisë së komunitetit rom, kujtesës së Samudaripen (Holokaustit Rom), identitetit kulturor dhe fuqizimit të të rinjve si zëra aktivë për barazi dhe përfshirje.

Gjatë aktivitetit do të keni mundësi të merrni pjesë në:

🖼️ Ekspozitë artistike mbi historinë dhe kujtesën rome
🎙️ Podcast dhe diskutime live me të rinj dhe ekspertë
📺 Live Streaming të aktivitetit
🤝 World Café & Debate Lab
💡 Sesione interaktive dhe planifikim iniciativash rinore
📜 Certifikatë pjesëmarrjeje për të gjithë pjesëmarrësit

Përmes metodave interaktive dhe jo-formale të të nxënit, pjesëmarrësit do të eksplorojnë:

🔹 Historinë dhe trashëgiminë e komunitetit rom
🔹 Samudaripen dhe rëndësinë e kujtesës historike
🔹 Sfidat që përballin të rinjtë romë sot
🔹 Luftën kundër antigjipsizmit, stereotipeve dhe gjuhës së urrejtjes
🔹 Rolin e rinisë në promovimin e diversitetit dhe të drejtave të njeriut

📌 Pjesëmarrja është e hapur vetëm për të rinjtë që banojnë në Tiranë.

📝 Aplikoni këtu:
Formulari i Aplikimit https://forms.gle/HD11mEzTwSZFCMM8A

⏳ Afati i aplikimit: 15 Qershor 2026

📩 Vendet janë të kufizuara. Regjistrohu dhe bëhu pjesë e një eksperience që lidh historinë me veprimin dhe kujtesën me ndryshimin.

09/05/2026

Throwback to this beautiful moment when Roma students came together with pride, unity, and hope 🌍✨

Years may have passed, but the message remains the same: young Roma voices belong in Europe’s future.

Today, on Europe Day 🇪🇺, we celebrate diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all.

Happy Europe Day from Roma Students 💙💛❤️💚

09/05/2026

🇪🇺 Happy Europe Day!

Today we celebrate the values that unite us across borders: dignity, solidarity, democracy, and equal opportunities for everyone.

At Roma Versitas Albania, Europe means inclusion in practice ✨
It means education without barriers 📚, youth empowerment 🌱, and a future where Roma young people fully participate, lead, and contribute to our shared European society.

Europe is strongest when diversity is respected, communities are empowered, and no one is left behind 🤝

Let us continue building a more inclusive, fair, and united Europe together.

🇪🇺🇦🇱

Emiliano
Director, Roma Versitas Alban