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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…

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…

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…

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…

National minorities in Armenia: prevailing climate of tolerance, but freedom of expression must be protected, early and forced marriages prevented, education improved

Armenia's society is generally tolerant, but there are concerns about promoting national minorities' rights and identities. Legislative progress is limited, and freedom of expression is restricted. Urgent action is needed to address Yezidi girls' issues with early…

Georgia: Access to water is closely interconnected with the rights of national minorities

Water scarcity and discriminatory water-governance policies in Georgia's Kvemo Kartli region have led to severe socio-economic challenges for national minorities, particularly the ethnic Azerbaijani community. The region's reliance on agriculture and lack of access…

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…

Yazidi bleeding hearts: The fragility of Armenia’s largest ethnic minority

Yazidi community in Armenia reflects on its cultural heritage and challenges. Originally from Iraq, they migrated to Armenia, preserving their ancient religion and culture. However, the community faces declining traditions due to emigration, high unemployment,…