anti-Romani sentiment

Anti-Romani sentiment, also known as anti-Gypsyism, refers to prejudice, discrimination, or hostility directed against the Romani people, an ethnic group with origins in South Asia who have historically migrated across Europe and beyond. This bias often manifests as stereotypes, social exclusion, violence, and systemic discrimination, rooted in misunderstandings, fear, and cultural prejudice. Such attitudes have led to social marginalization, unequal treatment, and violence against Romani communities, perpetuating their status as an ethnic minority facing significant challenges due to widespread intolerance.