Roma Leadership Program

The RLP is designed to be an innovative learning experience, featuring a masterclass and an internship. It provides participants with practical and engaging opportunities to develop the tools, knowledge, and vision necessary for future leadership roles within organizations, networks, and institutions. Powered by Roma Education Fund, the Roma Entrepreneurship Development Initiative, Roma for Democracy, the European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture, and the Roma Foundation for Europe.

Our Masterclasses

THE ART OF RESILIENCE AND THE FUTURE OF EUROPEAN ROMA

This masterclass is crafted by five of the most esteemed Roma organizations in Europe, each bringing a wealth of expertise and credibility. These organizations are recognized for their profound understanding of Roma issues and their proven track record in advocacy, leadership, management and education.

Coordinator: dr. Alexandru Zamfir

Dr. Alexandru Zamfir is a Roma education specialist, Romani language lecturer, and cultural advocate dedicated to advancing inclusive education and Roma representation in Romania. He currently serves as Project Coordinator at the Roma Education Fund (REF) Romania, where he leads national and international initiatives that integrate Roma culture, history, and language into educational policy and practice.

Most recent articles

Introducing Stanislav Daniel, coordinator of the third module – „Roma at the Steering Wheel: A Leadership and Management Journey”

Stanislav Daniel, MBA, born in 1980 in Skalica, Slovakia, is a Roma rights advocate and education leader. Growing up as a Romani child who once received an opportunity, he has since dedicated his career to making sure that access to education and opportunity is no...

Meet Alexandra Rîcă – A Voice for Empowerment and Visibility

Cluj, July 2025 - Alexandra Rîcă is one of the courageous and inspiring participants in the Roma Leadership Program, a regional initiative that supports young Roma professionals in developing the skills, confidence, and networks they need to become change-makers...