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“We don’t need special treatment for our problems. We need responses to real threats.” These words became a central message during the speech of Anzhelika Bielova, President of Voice of Romni, in Vienna.

From the US to France: Shortly after participating in the UN Commission on the Status of Women in New York, Anzhelika Bielova travelled to Strasbourg for the 19th Council of Europe Dialogue Meeting with Roma and Traveller Civil Society.

During the 69th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women, where women leaders from around the world gathered, we successfully hosted a side event to unite the voices of Roma women activists.

Sharing the stories of those who turn to us for help is never easy. Many of these stories are impossible to tell out loud — it’s hard to even imagine the horrors of war they’ve endured.

For our team, it is extremely important and valuable when partners invite us into dialogue, show interest in our experience and expertise, and consider our recommendations for future cooperation.

Participants discussed the critical role women play in preserving Ukraine, its recovery, and building a just peace.