site.btaThree Short Documentaries about Young Roma Leaders Produced as Part of EU-Funded Project

The Roma World – 21st Century Foundation Tuesday presented three short documentary films telling the stories of young Roma community leaders. The films, produced as part of the Values Without Borders project funded by the Integro Association, focus on civic engagement and European values.

The premiere screenings took place at BTA's National Press Club during a roundtable discussion titled “From Anger to Action: Participation, Dignity, and Civic Change.”

Created by Kremena Budinova, the documentaries portray active citizens, young leaders, and professionals from the Roma community. The films explore themes such as education, volunteering, justice, overcoming prejudice, and equality.

“My goal as an artist has always been, and always will be, to tell the stories of people who may appear ordinary at first glance but possess extraordinary souls and hearts,” Budinova said.

Project manager Tsvetelina Stoyanova said that the organization was founded in 1997 with the primary mission of providing moral support to people from vulnerable social groups.

The films will be shown on Bulgarian National Television and promoted through social media channels. Accompanying educational resources for teachers will also be developed to facilitate their use in schools, the organization said.

The project is funded by the European Union and co-financed by the Foundation Remembrance, Responsibility and Future. It provides financial support and capacity-building opportunities for Roma and pro-Roma civil society organizations working to promote the EU’s fundamental rights and values, while also advancing the social inclusion of Roma communities.