Challenges in the education of Roma children and youth : special report – selected chapters

english

2026

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Roma children and youth are much more likely than their non-Roma peers to experience poverty and social exclusion as adults. They find it difficult to improve their situation due to the interplay of various factors. Participation in the educational process is crucial for breaking this cycle. Higher levels of education improve employment opportunities, and attending school alongside others also means greater contact and interaction with the wider community. This enables their personal development and fosters a sense of belonging to society. The State carries out or finances various activities in the field of education for children from Roma families, yet they are still far less successful at school than their non-Roma peers, particularly in southeastern Slovenia. According to a study by the Institute for Ethnic Studies, from 2016/17 to 2020/21, on average, as many as around thirty out of one hundred Roma primary school pupils repeated a grade, compared to one out of one hundred non-Roma pupils. The Advocate examined why this is the case and how the situation could be improved. In doing so, it also took into account the views of the Roma community, as obtained through in-depth interviews, as well as the findings of organisations working in the field of Roma education.

04.03.2026