It's not easy to separate Roma society and culture from Hungarian society and culture. Especially not in the mind of certain ignorant Americans who do not know the differences. I've mentioned this stereotype of Hungarians in the past and I've posted in an inclusive way. However, what I want to look at this month is what the present-day situation in Hungary is for the Roma people.
I want to mention that "Gypsies" are not all alike and that there are a number of ways to refer to this population. Rom, Roma, Romany are just some variations.
I'm providing these links that I've found and read for you to also read:
HUNGARIAN CONSERVATIVE : BOOK LAUNCH ABOUT SUCCESSFUL ROMA MEN
In this article the book focuses on the positive.
The book launch event for Sorsformálók – Sikeres roma férfiak történetei (Fate Shapers – Stories of Successful Roma Men) ‘Our Roma compatriots are valuable and indispensable members of society, and we view them as a valuable resource. The new book serves as a tribute to successful Roma men and honours all Roma individuals who have managed to progress, demonstrate their capabilities, seize opportunities, and enhance their circumstances in recent years.’In this article the plight of the Romany people is exposed:
PH MUSEUM - VOLENCE AND SOCIAL EXCLUSION OF ROMANY PEOPLE PH Museum is dedicated to Photography.
Prime Minister Viktor Orban's attitude and Jobbik Party is blamed.
FACEBOOK EUROPEAN ROMA RIGHTS CENTER Lots of posts include legal actions to ensure that Roma people have equal opportunities to education and medical care.
If this subject interests you, please continue to research for yourself. You may also wish to respectfully give your opinion using Comments!
