On June 1st, we completed Stage VI of the project "Local Roma Platforms – A Path Towards Cooperation with Municipalities" 🎉 When important project stages come to an end, we usually count results. But this time, we want to share what we’ve learned over the past two years 👇 1️⃣ The impossible can become possible. During the 2023 International Roma Day, a young Roma approached us and shared his dream of having a music studio. At first, it seemed impossible — this activity wasn’t included in the project plan. But we adapted the project with the help of the European Commission, found a space, purchased equipment — and today, the studio is up and running! Young Roma talents are already creating their own music 🎶 2️⃣ Every project needs an advocate to defend Roma rights. In 2024, our lawyer won the first criminal case in Lithuania related to ethnic discrimination. This is a historic victory for the entire community! 3️⃣ Our mediators have grown — they’ve become community leaders. They bring together young people, organize trips and mutual support groups, and encourage active participation and confidence. We are proud of their growth 💪 🙏 We’re happy that through this project we’ve reached around 10% of the entire Roma community in Lithuania. 🔜 We’re now launching Stage VII, which will introduce a new and much-needed initiative — scholarships for Roma schoolchildren and students. We believe this will be another step toward equal opportunities.