At the 20th anniversary edition of the Open Heart Roma Children’s Festival, held on 6 and 7 June 2025 in Veliko Tarnovo, one of the highlights of the programme was the participation of the Romanian Roma troupe “Lulughi Shukar” from Timisoara. They did not just present a dance performance, but created a complete cultural experience […]
Before we teach children virtues, we must protect them – with justice, compassion and responsibility A week ago, a child was savagely beaten – in such an inhuman way that it is hard to believe that someone who has the pretence to call himself “human” could commit such deliberate cruelty. Because beating up a child, […]
Center ‘Amalipe’ expresses its deep indignation and concern regarding the demolition of housing in the district. ‘“Zaharna Fabrika”’. This is not just the removal of illegal houses. It is a human tragedy that leaves behind crying children, desperate mothers and families deprived of a roof and hope. The systematic marginalisation of the Roma community has […]
On February 24, 2025 at the Hotel Rila, Rila. The official opening event of the SASTIPE project, aimed at improving the access of Roma communities to quality mental health services in Bulgaria, Romania and Greece, was organized by the Amalipe Center on 24 April, Sofia. The event brought together key institutional representatives, health experts, Roma […]
The SASTIPE project, co-funded by the European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HADEA), officially launches with kick-off events in Bulgaria, Romania, and Greece. The project aims to tackle mental health stigma in Roma communities and promote their social inclusion through training programs, awareness campaigns, and advocacy activities. The kick-off event in Bulgaria will take place […]
On January 14, 2025 at the Ministry of Education and Science was held an official award ceremony for the winners of the competition “Educational mediator of the year”, organized by the Center “Amalipe”. The event gave well-deserved recognition to the efforts and achievements of educational mediators who play a key role in supporting students and […]
As we approach the conclusion of the RADIRIGHTS Project, we are thrilled to reflect on the significant achievements and milestones accomplished throughout the initiative. This closing conference which was held on 28-29.11.2024 celebrates the collective efforts of our partners, Roma mediators, and community members who contributed to combating disinformation and fostering inclusion across Europe. The […]
From 15 to 17 November 2024 in Park Hotel “Dryanovo” was held a National Training of Educational Mediators, organized by the Center for Interethnic Dialogue and Tolerance “Amalipe”. The event brought together mediators from different localities, who have an essential role in ensuring equal access to education and social integration for vulnerable groups. The training […]
The List of Professions for Vocational Education and Training, updated by Order of the Minister of Education dated August 21, 2024, now includes the profession “Educational Mediation.” This allows vocational high schools and Vocational Training Centers (VTCs) to offer training in Level III Vocational Qualification in this field. This achievement is significant, as the initial […]
Center Amalipe is glad to introduce its new report dedicated to the problems with disinformation spread within the Roma community. The report provides in-depth analysis and concrete examples of the ways in which fake news affects the daily lives and health of Roma in Bulgaria. Key themes in the report Disinformation, fake news and their […]