Naziv radionice: Bezbednost u romskim naseljima u gradskoj sredini
Mesto i datum održavanja:
Naselje Zvečanska, Beograd, 16.07.2025.
Na radionici je učestvovalo 9 žena.
Radionica je organizovana s ciljem da se identifikuju ključni bezbednosni izazovi sa kojima se suočavaju porodice u romskim naseljima u urbanim sredinama, kao i da se razgovara o mogućim rešenjima i merama podrške.
Učesnice su aktivno učestvovale u diskusiji, deleći lična iskustva i izazove sa kojima se svakodnevno suočavaju. Posebanno su govorile o čestim požarima u njiohovom naselju.Više učesnica je istaklo da su požari česta pojava u naselju, najčešće izazvani neadekvatnim električnim instalacijama, improvizovanim barakama, grejnim telima i lošim uslovima stanovanja.
Siromaštvo je glavni uzrok mnogih bezbednosnih problema. Nedostatak osnovnih sredstava za život, loša infrastruktura i ograničen pristup javnim servisima dodatno pogoršavaju situaciju. Pojedine porodice iz naselja bave se skupljanje sekundarnih sredina, oni dovlače velike količine kartona i smeća koje talože u blizini kuća. To dodatno doprinosi riziku od čestih požara.
Učesnice su izrazile osećaj zapostavljenosti od strane lokalnih institucija, kao i nedostatak informacija o dostupnim programima pomoći i zaštite. Navele su da niko ne želi direktno da im pomogne na duže vreme.
Žene su govorile o još jednom problemu. Naselje se nalazi u blizini stadiona Partizan, što predstavlja dodatni bezbednosni rizik za stanovnike, naročito kada se održavaju utakmice. Učesnice radionice su istakle da tokom utakmica, navijači često prolaze pored naselja, uz glasno navijanje, pirotehniku a nekad i uz fizičke sukobe. Ovakvo ponašanje izaziva strah kod žena i dece, naročito u večernjim satima.
Radionica je pokazala da žene iz naselja Zvečanska imaju jasnu svest o problemima koji ih okružuju i spremne za saradnjusu u pronalaženju rešenja. Potrebna je sistemska podrška i veća uključenost lokalnih institucija kako bi im se obezbedilo bezbedno i dostojanstveno okruženje.
DESETA RADIONICA U OKVIRU PROJEKTA PODRŽANOG OD OAK FONDACIJE
Naziv radionice: Nesigurnost stanovanja kao razlog odlaska u inostranstvo.
Mesto i datum održavanja:
Marinkova bara, 24.07. 2025.
Na radionici je učestvovalo 7 žena. Radionica je organizovana sa ciljem da se istraže uzroci migracije romskih porodica iz romskih naselja, sa posebnim fokusom na nesigurne stambene uslove kao jedan od ključnih faktora koji podstiču odlazak u inostranstvo.
Učesnice su podelile svoja lična iskustva i izazove sa kojima se suočavaju u svakodnevnom životu. Razgovarele su otvoreno i emotivno. Navodile su konkretne primera koji se odnose probleme u vezi sa stanovanjem.
Većina učesnica živi u objektima bez osnovne infrastrukture, bez kanalizacije, sigurnog priključka na struju i vodu. Tokom kišnih dana često se događaju poplave. Nekoliko porodica bilo je poplavljeno tokom zime i one su bile primorane na privremeni odlazak u inistranstvo. Mnoge porodice nemaju formalna dokumenta o vlasništvu nad objektima u kojima žive, što čini dodatni problem u sigurnom stanovanju. Jedna od učesnica napomenula je da se osećaju veoma loše i da žive od danas do sutra.
Zaključak sa radionice je da porodice žele da napuste zemlju upravo zbog nemogućnosti da obezbede bezbedan dom za svoju decu. Odlazak se najčešće dešava ka zemljama EU, gde se nadaju sigurnijem životu.
JEDANAESTA RADIONICA U OKVIRU PROJEKTA PODRŽANOG OD OAK FONDACIJE
Naziv radionice: Emotivno i psihološko osnaživanje žena sa iskustvom nasilja
Mesto i datum održavanja:
Vojni put u Zemun, 02. 08. 2025.
8 zena
Radionica je održana 02. 08. 2025. godine u naselju Vojni put u Zemunu. Učestvovalo je 8 žena. Na radionici su učestvovale žene i zemunskog naselja Vojni put kao i četiri članice Romskog centra za žene i decu Daje. Veći broj učesnica su naše dugogodišnje korisnice i saradnice.
Radionica je organizovana sa ciljem da pruži emotivnu i psihološku podršku ženama iz romskog naselja u Zemunu, koje su preživele porodično ili partnersko nasilje. Fokus je bio na osnaživanju Radionicu su vodile aktivistkinje sa iskustvom rada u marginalizovanim zajednicama, koje poznaju specifične izazove sa kojima se Romkinje suočavaju.
Učesnice su imale priliku podelile svoja iskustva u sigurnom i poverljivom okruženju. Govorile su o psihološkim posledicama nasilja i mehanizmima oporavka. Pomenuli smo ulogu tradicije, i društvenih očekivanja u procesu osnaživanja. Govorile smo o postavljanju granica i prepoznavanju nasilja.
Poseban akcenat stavljen je na izazove koje donosi život u tradicionalnim romskim porodicama, gde se često očekuje da žena ćuti i trpi. Učesnice su govorile o pritisku zajednice, ali i o snazi koju pronalaze u međusobnoj podršci.
Radionica je pokazala da žene iz romskog naselja u Zemunu poseduju izuzetnu hrabrost i volju da se izbore za dostojanstven život. Emotivno i psihološko osnaživanje zahteva senzibilisan pristup i kontinuiranu podršku. Ovakvi susreti doprinose ne samo individualnom oporavku, već i jačanju zajednice u borbi protiv nasilja.
DVANAESTA RADIONICA U OKVIRU PROJEKTA PODRŽANOG OD OAK FONDACIJE
Naziv radionice: Bezbednost u romskim naseljima u seskoj sredini
Mesto i datum održavanja:
Selu Pružatovac-Mladenovac, 15. 08. 2025.
Radionica je organizovana sa ciljem da se sagledaju problemi sa kojima se suočavaju žene u romskim naseljima u ruralnim sredinama, kao i da se podstakne razgovor o mogućim rešenjima i oblicima podrške.
Učesnice su otvoreno govorile o svakodnevnom životu i problemima. Delile su lična iskustva i probleme koji utiču na njihovu sigurnost i kvalitet života. Razgovor je bio pun konkretnih primera iz života u selu. Žene su govorile o svojim dnevnim rutinama i obavezama u domaćinstvu.
Većina njih radi sezonske poslove u polju koji su fizički veoma zahtevni. To su poslovi bez ugovora i pristupa zdravstvenoj zaštiti. Radne uslove opisuju kao teške, iscrpljujuće, nesigurne a često i ponižavajuće. Jedna učesnica je ispričala da se prilikom branja voća posekla na granu i zadobila težu povredu i infekciju rane. Ona je rekla da one nemaju nikakvu zaštitu na radu i da se osećaju veoma nebezbedno. Pomenule su siromaštvo kao uzrok svih loših posledica sa kojima se susreću.
Radionica u Pružatovcu pokazala je da žene iz romskih zajednica u seoskoj sredini poseduju snagu, iskustvo i volju da se bore za bolje uslove života. Međutim, bez sistemske podrške, njihova bezbednost ostaje ugrožena.
SIXTH WORKSHOP WITHIN THE PROJECT SUPPORTED BY THE OAK FOUNDATION
Workshop name:
IMPORTANT MOMENTS IN MY LIFE
Place and date: Deponija Settlement, Vuka Vrčevića Palilula
06.06.2025.
6 women participated. The participants were residents of the settlement aged 19 to 56. At the beginning of the workshop, we talked about the influences of the environment and close people in a woman’s life. Fathers and older family members had the greatest influence.
We started the workshop topic by talking about who had the most influence on their lives, in a positive and negative sense, and what was the best and worst moment in their lives.
The women unanimously said that the best moment was when they became mothers. Fathers had the greatest influence, but mothers were also asked. They did not ask about decisions related to their lives. When it came to the worst moment, they mentioned the death of close family members.
We asked them if the decision to get married was one of the important moments in life, they all said that it was a truly important moment that determines their future lives.
FINAL GAME: What color would you paint today’s meeting?
The women said that they would paint today’s meeting red, pink, orange and green. They liked the workshop topic.
The views of the workshop/debate participants on early and underage marriages and the causes of this phenomenon at the end of the workshop cycle and the public debates that were held.
SEVENTH WORKSHOP WITHIN THE PROJECT SUPPORTED BY THE OAK FOUNDATION
Workshop title:
My needs, who can support me and how?
Venue and date:
The workshop was held on 04. 07. 2025 in the Kotež settlement, Palilula
Participants:
Women from the Kotež settlement participated in the workshop, there were 6 of them in total. A large number of participants are our long-term beneficiaries.
The aim of the workshop is for participants to learn how to recognize the needs of a woman who has experienced violence and whether she is in acute violence, as well as the forms of violence to which she is exposed.
Participants are clearly informed about the needs of women in violence as well as the mechanisms for overcoming trauma, i.e. the competent institutions and institutions to which they need to turn if they have experienced violence or are exposed to another criminal offense (stalking, insult, harassment, etc.).
It was achieved that the participants gained a clear idea of the consequences-the impact of criminal behavior on the victim. It is also important that they gained knowledge related to defining different forms of violence against women. Of course, they also gained a clear idea of the needs of victims and who can help them.
The participants assessed the workshop as useful and necessary for their further work, during the workshop they were open and actively participated by sharing their own experiences of positive and negative phenomena they encounter in the field.
Some associates told their personal stories, shared their views on the topic of domestic violence/violence against women, while long-time associates/users talked about situations that are happening in their city/municipality and concern the areas of violence, safety and discrimination.
EIGHTH WORKSHOP WITHIN THE PROJECT SUPPORTED BY THE OAK FOUNDATION
Workshop title: Legal mechanisms for protection against domestic violence
Place and date of the event:
The workshop was held on 05. 07. 2025 in Surčin
Participants:
Women from the municipality of Surčin participated in the workshop.
7 women participated. Introducing participants to basic legal concepts, legal procedures and mechanisms for protection against domestic violence, especially with ways to report violence and the rights they have as persons who are victims of violence.
Introducing the difference between criminal and family law protection against domestic violence, as well as the basic provisions of the Law on the Prevention of Domestic Violence with a focus on emergency measures imposed on the perpetrator of a criminal act of violence for a period of 48 hours with the possibility of extending them to a period of 30 days, by court decision.
In addition to understanding the characteristics of domestic violence, the participants gained knowledge about the rights and position of the victim in the criminal justice system.
The participants were introduced to basic criminal concepts and were instructed in the procedure for reporting a crime.
Most importantly, the participants were taught how to recognize direct and indirect victimization of children in cases of domestic violence.
The participants showed great interest in the topic of legal protection from domestic violence. As the most significant achievement of this workshop, they highlighted the knowledge gained regarding reporting crimes/filing criminal charges, as well as the possibility of directly contacting the public prosecutor’s office as a higher instance in the protection system in the event of inadequate response from police officers. They also highlighted as an important part of the workshop the simulation of providing legal support in the case when the person calling is a victim of a criminal offense of persecution.
NINTH WORKSHOP WITHIN THE PROJECT SUPPORTED BY THE OAK FOUNDATION
Workshop title: Security in Roma settlements in urban areas
Place and date:
Zvečanska settlement, Belgrade, 16.07.2025.
9 women participated in the workshop.
The workshop was organized with the aim of identifying key security challenges faced by families in Roma settlements in urban areas, as well as discussing possible solutions and support measures.
The participants actively participated in the discussion, sharing personal experiences and challenges they face on a daily basis. They spoke in particular about the frequent fires in their settlement. Several participants pointed out that fires are a frequent occurrence in the settlement, most often caused by inadequate electrical installations, makeshift barracks, heating units and poor housing conditions.
Poverty is the main cause of many security problems. Lack of basic livelihoods, poor infrastructure and limited access to public services further worsen the situation. Some families from the settlement are engaged in collecting secondary environments, they bring in large amounts of cardboard and garbage that they deposit near their homes. This further contributes to the risk of frequent fires.
Participants expressed a feeling of neglect by local institutions, as well as a lack of information about available assistance and protection programs. They stated that no one wants to help them directly for a long time.
Women spoke about another problem. The settlement is located near the Partizan stadium, which poses an additional security risk for residents, especially when matches are held. Workshop participants pointed out that during matches, fans often pass by the settlement, with loud cheering, pyrotechnics and sometimes physical clashes. This behavior causes fear among women and children, especially in the evening hours.
The workshop showed that women from the Zvečanska settlement are clearly aware of the problems that surround them and are ready to cooperate in finding solutions. Systemic support and greater involvement of local institutions are needed to provide them with a safe and dignified environment.
TENTH WORKSHOP WITHIN THE PROJECT SUPPORTED BY THE OAK FOUNDATION
Workshop title: Housing insecurity as a reason for moving abroad.
Venue and date:
Marinkova bara, 24.07. 2025.
The workshop was attended by 7 women. The workshop was organized with the aim of investigating the causes of migration of Roma families from Roma settlements, with a special focus on unsafe housing conditions as one of the key factors that encourage moving abroad.
The participants shared their personal experiences and challenges they face in everyday life. They spoke openly and emotionally. They gave specific examples of housing-related problems.
Most of the participants live in buildings without basic infrastructure, without sewage, safe electricity and water connections. Floods often occur during rainy days. Several families were flooded during the winter and were forced to temporarily move abroad. Many families do not have formal documents on the ownership of the buildings they live in, which creates an additional problem in secure housing. One of the participants mentioned that they feel very bad and live from us until tomorrow.
The conclusion from the workshop is that families want to leave the country precisely because of the inability to provide a safe home for their children. The departure most often occurs towards EU countries, where they hope for a safer life.
ELEVENTH WORKSHOP WITHIN THE PROJECT SUPPORTED BY THE OAK FOUNDATION
Workshop title: Emotional and psychological empowerment of women with experience of violence
Place and date of holding:
Vojni put in Zemun, 02. 08. 2025.
8 women
The workshop was held on 02. 08. 2025 in the Vojni put settlement in Zemun. 8 women participated. The workshop was attended by women from the Vojni put settlement in Zemun, as well as four members of the Roma Center for Women and Children Daje. A large number of participants are our long-term beneficiaries and collaborators.
The workshop was organized with the aim of providing emotional and psychological support to women from the Roma settlement in Zemun, who have survived domestic or intimate partner violence. The focus was on empowerment. The workshop was led by activists with experience working in marginalized communities, who know the specific challenges that Roma women face.
The participants had the opportunity to share their experiences in a safe and confidential environment. They spoke about the psychological consequences of violence and recovery mechanisms. We mentioned the role of tradition and social expectations in the empowerment process. We talked about setting boundaries and recognizing violence.
Special emphasis was placed on the challenges of life in traditional Roma families, where women are often expected to remain silent and suffer. The participants spoke about the pressure of the community, but also about the strength they find in mutual support.
The workshop showed that women from the Roma settlement in Zemun possess exceptional courage and the will to fight for a dignified life. Emotional and psychological empowerment requires a sensitive approach and continuous support. Such meetings contribute not only to individual recovery, but also to strengthening the community in the fight against violence.
TWELFTH WORKSHOP WITHIN THE PROJECT SUPPORTED BY THE OAK FOUNDATION
Workshop title: Safety in Roma settlements in rural areas
Place and date:
Village Pružatovac-Mladenovac, 15. 08. 2025.
The workshop was organized with the aim of examining the problems faced by women in Roma settlements in rural areas, as well as to encourage discussion about possible solutions and forms of support.
The participants spoke openly about their everyday lives and problems. They shared personal experiences and problems that affect their safety and quality of life. The conversation was full of concrete examples from life in the village. The women spoke about their daily routines and household responsibilities.
Most of them work seasonal jobs in the fields that are physically demanding. These are jobs without contracts and access to health care. They describe the working conditions as difficult, exhausting, unsafe and often humiliating. One participant said that while picking fruit she cut herself on a branch and suffered a serious injury and an infection in the wound. She said that they do not have any protection at work and that they feel very unsafe. They mentioned poverty as the cause of all the bad consequences they encounter.
The workshop in Pružatovac showed that women from Roma communities in rural areas have the strength, experience and will to fight for better living conditions. However, without systemic support, their safety remains at risk.
