Slovakia Movement Denounces Misuse of EU Funds for Roma Communities

Bratislava – The Hnutie Slovensko movement has expressed strong criticism regarding the allocation of one billion euros from EU funds aimed at enhancing living conditions for Roma communities in Slovakia. They argue that many of the funded projects lack genuine effectiveness in improving the circumstances within settlements. The movement is urging the government to reassess the action plans for 2025 to 2027, discontinue funding ineffective projects, and initiate an independent audit. Additionally, they are calling on the European Commission to closely monitor the expenditures of these funds, as reported by TASR.

“There are many superficial projects being implemented, such as training sessions, educational courses, and activities that do not truly benefit the Roma community and simply create opportunities for potential misuse of funds,” stated National Council member Peter Pollák Jr. during a press conference on Tuesday.

Former Member of the European Parliament and government commissioner for Roma communities, Peter Pollák Sr., highlighted specific examples of expenditures, including 20 million euros designated for a Roma media house in Banská Bystrica, 60 million for planting trees in 25 municipalities, and nine million for informational meetings about social enterprises. He emphasized the dire living conditions faced by tens of thousands of children in Roma settlements, stating, “They live without water, sewage systems, access roads, and reside in homes made of metal and clay.”

Another National Council member, Lukáš Bužo, also criticized the approach taken by the current government commissioner for Roma communities, Alexander Daško. “What benefit does education provide when individuals lack basic necessities like a place to wash or sleep?” he questioned. He further noted that since 2018, civic associations linked to the commissioner have received over 550,000 euros from the Fund for the Support of National Minority Culture.

“Since this government took office, your civic associations have been awarded a total of 133,000 euros, which are funds your family received,” added Bužo, asserting that these resources should prioritize essential services like water, housing, sewage systems, roads, and support for children’s education and employment opportunities. (May 13)


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8 responses to “Slovakia Movement Denounces Misuse of EU Funds for Roma Communities”

  1. Titanium Ladybug Avatar
    Titanium Ladybug

    Oh, brilliant! Just what the Roma communities need—more training sessions and tree-planting initiatives while living in homes made of clay. 🍂 Because who needs water and sewage when you’ve got a media house to chat about it? Classic EU logic! 😂

  2. GuTzd Avatar

    Just what we need—more “top-notch” training sessions while the Roma are still living in what looks like a post-apocalyptic set. Brilliant use of a billion euros, mate! 😅💸

  3. Dallas Foxface Avatar
    Dallas Foxface

    Oh, splendid! Who knew that planting trees and hosting tea parties would solve the pressing issues of a community living in makeshift homes? 🌳💸 It’s like giving them a lovely garden while they’re still waiting for running water!

  4. NoiseFire Avatar
    NoiseFire

    Isn’t it just splendid how 1 billion euros can turn into tree planting and media houses while kids are still deciding whether to drink rainwater? 🌧️ Talk about putting the “fun” in “funds”! 😂

  5. spunky sphinx Avatar
    spunky sphinx

    Isn’t it charming how a billion euros can magically turn into tree-planting exercises and PR stunts instead of actually fixing the water taps? 💧🌳 I suppose the Roma communities will just have to keep waiting for their “genuine” living conditions while we train them in advanced leaf-raking techniques. 😂

  6. tin mutt Avatar
    tin mutt

    Brilliant! Just what we need—throwing a billion euros at projects that sound good on paper but end up as useful as a chocolate teapot. 🍫☕ I mean, who needs clean water when you can have fancy training sessions, right? 😂

  7. Oh, brilliant! Who needs clean water and proper housing when we can throw millions at tree-planting workshops and media houses? Makes perfect sense, right? 🌳💸 It’s not like the Roma community has actual needs or anything!

  8. Hex Panther Avatar
    Hex Panther

    Oh, brilliant! A billion euros to plant trees and hold meetings while the kids are still dodging puddles in their metal-and-clay homes—just what the doctor ordered! 🌳💸 I guess if you can’t fix the problems, at least you can throw a party and call it progress. 🍾

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