This date commemorates the First Romani/Gypsy World Congress held in London on April 8, 1971. both the flag and the gypsy anthem were set. On the one hand, the flag shows three colors. Of these, green and blue dominate, symbolizing the sky and field, with a red circle in the center representing the road and freedom from India.
when it comes gypsy anthem come on (‘I walked, walked’ in Romania) Composed by Jarko Jovanovic and pays homage to all gypsies who have been subjected to different atrocities over the centuries, while reminding that gypsies are also victims of Nazism. At the 4th International Roma Congress held in Serok (Poland), it was decided to dedicate 8 April to the International Roma People’s Day.
History, language and ancestors
For years, the date of April 8 is gaining more presence and fame to demand recognition of the Gypsy People, who are an integral part of Spanish culture. “Without him, they wouldn’t be able to understand each other in the same way. gastronomy, music, dance, language or painting“, advocating from the Roma Participation Group and Fundación Secretariado Gitano.
In fact, professions such as blacksmithing, antiques and cattle breeding preserve their vitality thanks to their footprints. They applaud, “What about our joy of living; we taught and conveyed our gypsy life philosophy to our neighbors.”
Ultimately it is remember and announce their history and cultural stories, so that gypsy boys and girls feel part of this intercultural society. Fundación Secretariado Gitano leverages the event to raise social awareness and value gypsy culture.
In this edition, from the poet Federico García Lorca and bronze and dreamThe title of the mural at Don Benito (Badajoz) represents unity through the embrace of two young people as a symbol of the pride they feel. “Pride in sharing a scale of values It is a place where solidarity, family, respect and honesty have a very clear meaning for the majority of Roma and this is passed on to future generations.
Gypsies and gypsies are part of society, diverse and not privileged, because we want to continue to be bronze and dream of living our Romipen, our gypsy, with our heads held high and our voices upright.
And on the International Day of the Gypsy People, they describe what they feel through song. orobroyComposed by Tío Pedro Peña for the music of his son Dorantes:
“When I hear the old voice of my blood
Singing and crying after the fear of past centuries
I feel God fragrant into my soul
And in the world I plant roses instead of pain”
list of corporate events
· Gypsy Secretariat Foundation Since April 3, it has been publishing audio-visual works that raise awareness on its own channels and social networks; as well as a video greeting from its president, Sara Giménez.
· Delivery Gypsy Culture Institute Awards It will take place on April 8 at the Museo Reina Sofia 2
· Take action to create Memorial for Roma victims Between 12:30 and 13:30 on April 12, it makes its foundation proud for the employees of the foundation and those who participate in its programs.
· Ministry of Social Rights and Agenda 2030 / Roman Council of State, corporate meeting On April 13 at Puente de la Reina in Madrid Río.
· European event Rome Week celebration (Gypsy Week) will take place in Brussels from 24-27 April and is characterized by being a discussion space between political actors, representatives of the European Parliament and the main European institutions such as the European Commission, Fundamental Rights Agency. In addition to the Council of Europe, with the participation of many non-governmental organizations from all over Europe.
· Madrid City Council, in Cinefórum meeting to talk about Carmen and LolaA film about two young Roma teenagers whose love stories challenge the taboos on homosexuality of the traditional Roma community.