We are an organization dedicated to raising awareness about the history, culture and true lives of Romani people worldwide. We confront racism and oppression wherever we encounter it. We try to make connections with all the "isms" that make up western culture.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
INTEGRATION
Without exception, the solution of all government and social agencies to "the Gypsy Problem" is integration.
Most Rroma/Sinti do not see integration as liberation. Historically we have adapted rather than assimilate.
Now more than ever, the push towards integration seems ludicrous.
Instead of striving for integration into this decaying social and economic system, we should be reclaiming and reactivating our traditional skills. These days recycle/repair businesses are thriving, like shoe repair and second hand shops. We have always survived best in an alternative "sub" economy.
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