Albin Kurti hosted a reception at the Government building to mark International Roma Day, emphasizing the importance of education, inclusion, and cultural recognition for the Roma community in Kosovo.
Addressing attendees, Kurti said the day should not only be commemorated as a date, but also as a moment to reflect on the core values of society. He underlined that the strength of a society is measured by the voice it gives to those often unheard.
The Prime Minister described the current period as “a decade of Roma and of education,” pointing to progress made in recent years. He highlighted that Roma women and girls have played a key role in advancing resilience and development, noting that around 70 percent of graduates from Roma, Ashkali, and Egyptian communities are women.
Kurti also referenced increased participation in education, including the emergence of doctoral candidates from the Roma community, as well as government support for entrepreneurship and sports initiatives. He mentioned that new businesses and individual talents have been supported as part of efforts to promote social inclusion and economic development.
Cultural representation was another central theme of the event. Kurti pointed to artistic and academic contributions, including literature, theater, and film, as essential elements in preserving identity and strengthening cultural diplomacy. He emphasized that the growing number of publications in the Romani language reflects a broader commitment to safeguarding heritage.
The Prime Minister further highlighted institutional steps such as the official recognition of the Romani language in municipalities like Prizren and Graçanica, as well as its inclusion in schools. He described these measures as concrete expressions of cultural rights and respect for identity.
Kurti concluded by reaffirming the government’s commitment to building a more inclusive society through education, employment opportunities, and social policies aimed at empowering marginalized communities.
