Marginalization and Resilience of Roma Communities in the Balkans: an Intersectional perspective

Intersecting forms of discrimination based on gender, financial status, ethnicity, and other identification markers have formed the ongoing marginalization experienced by Roma communities in the Balkans. The thesis focuses on the heightened vulnerabilities faced by specific subgroups within Roma communities, including women, children, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Adopting an intersectional perspective, it examines how various forms of marginalization intersect to shape their experiences. The study, through a combination of qualitative research methods and policy analysis, also explores how Roma communities develop organizational and political skills to respond to these challenges.