"Antigypsyism: History and Memory". Critical Romani Studies Conference

Inaugural Conference of the Swedish Network for Antigypsyism Research and Critical Romani Studies (SACROS).

We are pleased to announce the Antigypsyism: History and Memory conference, which will mark the launch of the Swedish Network for Antigypsyism Research and Critical Romani Studies (SACROS). The conference addresses the historical roots and contemporary forms of antigypsyism, including the Roma Holocaust, bringing together leading scholars and practitioners from the fields of Critical Romani Studies and antigypsyism research.

The event will highlight cutting-edge research in Critical Romani Studies and antigypsyism research, focusing on the Holocaust, memory, and the ongoing challenges of antigypsyism. We are honored to welcome three distinguished

Keynote Speakers:

• Ian Hancock
• Ari Joskowicz
• Ioanida Costache

The Antigypsyism: History and Memory conference serves as a strategic initiative to foster international collaboration and knowledge exchange on a pressing issue that continues to affect Romani communities globally. Speakers will present and discuss their research in five conference panels:

• Panel 1: Historical Perspectives
• Panel 2: Memory and Representation
• Panel 3: Museum Narratives
• Panel 4: Antigypsyism and Society
• Panel 5: Theoretical Approaches to Antigypsyism

The event will also include a roundtable discussion on "The Future of Critical Romani Studies and Antigypsyism Research: Sweden and Beyond," reflecting on future directions for the field.

We invite you to join us for this significant event. Participation is possible either in person or remotely via Zoom.

Funding:
Stiftelsen Riksbankens Jubileumsfond
Centre for Baltic and East European Studies (CBEES)

Link for registration External link, opens in new window.

Conference Program pdf, 99.2 kB.

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We invite you to the Z+46 exhibition opening following the conference on December 3, with free transport and a light evening meal for participants. Z+46 shares moving stories from young Roma across Sweden, exploring identity and resilience 80 years after the Holocaust. Learn more and registration link pdf, 238.5 kB..