Ukraine’s National Minorities Trapped by the War: the Cases of Ethnic Greeks and Bulgarians

A grim humanitarian catastrophe is unfolding in Ukraine’s south-east due to President Putin’s decision to invade sovereign Ukraine. The consequences of the invasion have been devastating, with widespread destruction, displacement, and loss of life. Particularly affected are Mariupol and its ethnic Greek population, trapped under siege, and Ukrainian Bulgarians who have mobilized to support refugees. […]

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Ukraine’s National Minorities Trapped by the War: The Cases of Ethnic Romanians and Hungarians

The war in Ukraine has displaced civil society activists from various regions to western Ukraine, making it a hub of civil society activism. Ethnic Romanians and Hungarians have played significant roles in supporting refugees and advocating for human rights. The war has highlighted the need for more inclusive minority politics and presents an opportunity for […]

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They have never caused any war 

In Ukraine, Roma communities face aggression, limited access to education, and lack of documentation, leading to statelessness and exclusion from society. During the conflict with Russia, Ukrainian Roma refugees faced further discrimination and marginalization in European countries. To combat discrimination, fostering integration and systemic change based on shared values is essential, as the Roma saying […]

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Roma solidarity: one year later

On the one-year anniversary of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, this publication highlights the efforts of Roma activists who have been assisting Ukrainian Roma throughout the conflict. They have been working tirelessly to support those affected by the war, providing aid, shelter, and solidarity to those displaced and facing discrimination, demonstrating the strength and […]

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Indigenous Peoples and National Minorities in the Temporarily Occupied Territories of Ukraine

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has had a profound impact on national minorities in various regions. It highlights specific cases of persecution and violence, such as against Crimean Tatars in Kherson Oblast and Azov Greeks in Donetsk Oblast. There is an urgent need for access to these areas by international organizations and the importance of de-occupying […]

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Roma From Ukraine: A Year of War and Flight

Over the past year since the commencement of the war, the situation for Ukrainian Roma, who already faced significant challenges during peacetime, has escalated into a catastrophe. The Russian invasion disrupted Ukraine’s fledgling support system for the Roma community, as state and private charitable foundations shifted their focus to address wartime needs. Consequently, thousands of […]

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The Year of War: Reporting on the Situation of Minorities and Migrants

Over the past year, ADC Memorial monitored rights violations against vulnerable groups in war-torn regions. Putin’s regime’s aggression in Ukraine exacerbated hardships for pre-war marginalized communities. The war enabled the curtailment of legal institutions under the guise of protecting the state, while dissenters faced increased repression. To appease public discontent, authorities used right-wing populism, affecting […]

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Partner Report: Covid-19 Response Action for Roma in Ukraine

Members of Roma communities in Ukraine faced have been facing limited access to healthcare services, restricted access of education, stigmatisation and undermined economic stability. Poor housing conditions and limited access to running water and sanitation services have made it nearly impossible to follow quarantine and social distancing measures. Roma have been hit hard across the […]

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Anzhelika Bielova on anti-Roma hate speech in Ukraine

“Online, it only takes few hate statements, repeated and shared many times, to cause significant harm and lead to real-life crimes.” [Anzhelika Bielova]   Listen to Anzhelika Bielova’s elaboration on the impact of hate speech against Roma in Ukraine, where even politicians include discrimination in their public speeches. Thank you Anzhelika for your enthusiasm and […]

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Short Documentary “To Be Equal: Untold Stories”

A new documentary with network partners was released in the beginning of 2021. The project is based on the stories of four Roma women fighting for their equality. These women live in Ukrainian cities and regularly face discrimination based on ethnicity and gender in their lives. This is a vicious circle from which it is […]

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