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Description
The project aims to improve the situation of disadvantaged people (of Roma ethnicity but not only) from the Moreni and Adjud localities, through sustainable interventions adapted to local specifics in the field of education, employment, social and medical services through a set of integrated interventions that solves individual and family needs for a total number of 800 Roma people and 200 people from the majority population. Thus, the training courses, educational workshops, local initiatives and support groups have both an informative and a practical component, so as to guarantee a sustainable intervention, the aim of the project being to increase the quality of sectorial or integrated services for Roma. The project will act so that 335 people of Roma ethnicity will benefit from employment measures (counseling, mediation, training) in order to increase the chances on the labor market, it will intervene to create a quality educational environment at the level of the two localities through: parental counseling for 130 parents/legal representatives, a program of non-formal education services for 400 Roma students, material support for 400 Roma students and will ensure that 800 Roma people benefit from socio-medical services through a mobile team and a daily hot meal offered through the social canteen established by the project, at the level of the Moreni Municipality. Due to its location, the project targets the locality of Adjud (with a rural aspect and 3 villages belonging to it) and the city of Moreni - in the past, an important center of the oil extraction industry, now with a general trend of population impoverishment and growth of the number of unemployed.
Summary of project results
The DEMNI project addressed the severe social and economic marginalization of the Roma communities in Moreni and Adjud. High levels of poverty, unemployment, school dropout rates, and limited access to social and medical services created a cycle of exclusion. Roma individuals, particularly women and young people, faced systemic discrimination, lack of job opportunities, and poor educational prospects. The lack of integrated services in these localities further deepened inequalities.
To tackle these issues, the project implemented integrated interventions aimed at increasing access to education, employment, and healthcare. Key actions included training and employment support for 335 Roma individuals, non-formal education and material support for 400 Roma students, parental counseling for 130 parents, and socio-medical assistance for 800 individuals through mobile services and a daily meal program.
The project successfully improved educational participation, job prospects, and healthcare access. It fostered community empowerment by creating local action groups, promoting social cohesion, and reducing discrimination.
The project supported vulnerable Roma communities in Moreni and Adjud through interventions in education, employment, and social and medical services.
In education, the project provided information, counseling, and educational support program for 250 students.non-formal learning programs for 400 Roma students. 166 parents received counseling to support their children''s education. The students participated in an awareness campaign about the importance of schooling. The project also organized creative workshops, a film week, and four thematic excursions, involving over 1,000 children, youth, and parents in non-formal educational activities.
In employment, 400 individuals received career counseling, and job mediation. Professional courses were provided in fields such as cook assistant, hairdressing, and commercial work for 181 individuals, while 315 individuals had their skills formally evaluated and recognized. These activities improved their employability and access to stable jobs.
The project also addressed social and medical needs. 800 people received mobile socio-medical services, while a hot meal program ensured food security for vulnerable groups. A social canteen was set up, but due to delays in operational permits, meals were provided through catering. In Adjud, 150 individuals benefited from dental services, while another 150 received medical tests. Hygiene kits were distributed to participants to improve health and hygiene standards.
To strengthen community participation and reduce discrimination, the project formed local action groups to give Roma communities a voice in decision-making. Public awareness campaigns promoted social inclusion, while intercultural sports, painting, handmade workshops, and anti-discrimination sessions engaged community members. Training sessions and meetings with local leaders and public authorities encouraged Roma participation in public life. More than 1,000 people took part in these community initiatives, including cultural events and excursions.
The project produced immediate positive results, increasing school attendance, improving job prospects, and expanding access to healthcare. It fostered community engagement, promoted anti-discrimination awareness, and empowered Roma individuals to take an active role in their communities. These interventions created sustainable changes that will continue to benefit the Roma population beyond the project''s duration.
The DEMNI project created lasting changes for Roma communities in Moreni and Adjud by improving education, employment, and access to social and medical services. Before the project, many Roma families faced extreme poverty, high school dropout rates, unemployment, and lack of healthcare. Systemic discrimination further deepened inequalities, limiting their opportunities for social and economic inclusion.
Through targeted interventions, the project significantly increased school participation. Compared to the initial situation, where dropout rates were high, more than 400 students engaged in non-formal education activities, received school materials, and participated in counseling and awareness campaigns. 166 parents received guidance on how to support their children''s education. These efforts led to a higher school retention rate, improved academic performance, and increased motivation among Roma children.
In employment, the project directly enhanced job opportunities for Roma individuals. 400 people** benefited from career counseling and job mediation, while 181 individuals completed professional training in cooking, hairdressing, and commerce. Additionally, 315 individuals had their skills formally certified, making them more competitive in the labor market. Compared to the previous situation, where many Roma had no formal qualifications, these interventions increased employability and access to stable jobs, leading to greater financial independence for Roma families.
Access to health and social services also improved. 800 people received socio-medical assistance, reducing medical neglect. A hot meal program ensured food security for vulnerable groups. A social canteen was fully equipped but while it faced operational delays, alternative catering services ensured continuous food distribution. 150 individuals benefited from dental services, and another 150 received medical tests, leading to better health awareness and improved well-being.
The project strengthened community participation and empowered Roma individuals to engage in decision-making. Local action groups gave Roma representatives a platform to advocate for their needs. Public awareness campaigns, cultural events, and anti-discrimination workshops contributed to a more inclusive local environment. Over 1,000 community members took part in these initiatives, fostering a positive shift in attitudes toward Roma inclusion.
In the long term, the project broke cycles of exclusion and built a foundation for sustained social and economic integration. Roma children now have better educational prospects, adults have higher employability, and communities have stronger representation in local governance. These results will continue to benefit the Roma population beyond the project''s implementation, ensuring lasting improvements in education, employment, and social cohesion.