Ahead of International Roma Day, the European Commission highlighted the Roma community’s cultural and historical contributions across Europe, noting an estimated 10‑12 million Roma living on the continent and 6 million within the EU. The statement underscored that Roma are the largest ethnic group in Europe, yet they face ongoing discrimination, social exclusion, and a 70 % risk of poverty. It called for stronger action to reduce poverty gaps, improve access to housing and essential services, and eliminate educational segregation as outlined in the EU Roma Strategic Framework for Equality, Inclusion and Participation 2020‑2030. EU funding tools such as the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme and the European Social Fund+ are cited as means to support these objectives. The Commission urged Member States and enlargement partners to implement their national frameworks and reaffirmed its commitment to combat antigypsyism, enhance Roma participation in decision‑making, and promote inclusive public policies across Europe.
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