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Newsletter 26- July 2025
Overview of key developments
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EURoma partners meet in Bucharest to review relevant developments for Roma equality and inclusion
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Roxana Mînzatu, the European Commission's Executive Vice-President for Social Rights and Quality Employment, took part (via video message) in the opening of the meeting hosted by Romanian partners. She emphasised the importance of EU financial instruments in contributing to efforts within the EU to achieve real change in the situation of Roma people, in line with the EU Framework for National Roma Integration Strategies.
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EURoma and Eurochild joint report on the consideration of Roma children in Child Guarantee implementation
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The EURoma Network and Eurochild have joined forces to review how, and to what extent, Roma children are considered in the biennial implementation reports of the European Child Guarantee in the 15 EURoma partner countries. Based on the analysis's findings, recommendations are put forward to strengthen the use of this instrument in overcoming child poverty and social exclusion among Roma children by 2030.
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European Commission Launches Proposal for Multiannual Financial Framework 2028-2034
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Investments in social cohesion are maintained but the decline in the share of social investments (mainly ESF+) compared to other priorities raises concerns about the capacity to address the persistent inequality gaps faced by Roma and other groups.
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European Commission proposes amendments to ESF+ and ERDF Regulations
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The objective is to align investments with the EU's current strategic priorities, while introducing flexibility and incentives to encourage Member States and regions to invest in them. The focus on reducing economic, social and territorial disparities is maintained.
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EURoma contributes to public consultation on Anti-Racism Strategy 2026-2030
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Proposals aim to contribute to maintain and reinforce the effectiveness of the new Anti-Racism Strategy 2026-2030 to combat the discrimination and the antigypsyism experienced by Roma across the EU, building upon the experience of current Anti-Racism Action Plan.
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Danish Presidency of the EU: Relevant priorities for Roma equality and inclusion and EU Funds
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Although the Presidency’s programme does not specifically mention Roma, various Council configurations will address issues relevant to EU Funds and to Roma equality and inclusion (in areas such as education, housing, children and discrimination).
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Roma Equality and Inclusion in 2025 European Semester Spring Package
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Country Reports, including Specific Recommendations, are released for each EU Member States. While some reports make references to Roma, attention to Roma equality and inclusion remains limited and inconsistent across countries.
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European Commission’s consultation on 2026-2030 EU Gender Equality Strategy
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Feedback is requested on the progress of gender equality in the EU since the Gender Equality Strategy 2020-2025 was adopted as well as on proposals for the new Strategy 2026-2030. It is crucial that the unique circumstances of Roma women are considered.
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Have your say on the new action plan on European Pillar of Social Rights
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The consultation seeks views on the implementation and impact of the 2021 Pillar Action Plan, as well as on proposals for the new plan. It is an opportunity to share views on the role of this instrument in addressing the situation of vulnerable groups such as Roma.
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European Commission seeks views on first-ever European Affordable Housing Plan
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It provides a unique opportunity to ensure that the future plan considers the needs of the most vulnerable groups, such as Roma, and the most vulnerable housing situations, such as substandard and segregated housing, especially settlements.
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Study on sanctions for racial, ethnic and religious discrimination in the EU released
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The study, published by the European Commission, analyses how sanctions for racial, ethnic and religious discrimination are regulated and enforced in EU Member States under the Racial Equality Directive and the Employment Equality Directive.
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