ERGO Network is a young and dynamic organisation established in 2008 by a small group of NGOs who shared the observation that everyday realities of Roma communities were hardly taken into account in policy development and implementation. Today, their network brings together more than 30 Roma and pro-Roma organisations from all over Europe.
Founded on the philosophy of active citizenship, shared responsibility, and grassroots empowerment, ERGO Network members aim to convince policymakers that positive change for Roma is possible when antigypsyism is recognized and tackled as the root cause of inequality and exclusion, and when Roma can take part in civic life as equal stakeholders. To achieve this, they bridge the gap between grassroots realities and policy-making, advocate for better policies and policy implementation on national and European levels, organise public campaigns, build the capacity of Roma activists, and provide spaces for networking and mutual learning.
