This year’s Holocaust Memorial Programme once again includes an open exhibition titled Remembering the Roma Holocaust, which will take place at the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts on Thursday 5 February, 13.00–15.00.

Led by Widening Participation and developed in partnership with colleagues across the University and Friends, Families and Travellers, the exhibition aims to re-centre the experiences of Roma and Sinti communities within the broader Holocaust narrative. It also invites reflection on contemporary issues of equality, diversity, and inclusion for people of Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller heritage today.

As part of the event, there will be a limited opportunity to attend a talk by Janna Eliot, author of Settela’s Last Road, described as “Inspiring. A kind of Gypsy Anne Frank.” The talk will highlight the history of the Roma Holocaust, during which an estimated 500,000 Roma and Sinti people became victims of Nazi policies of systematic extermination.

The talk will take place from 13.30–14.30 followed by a Q&A session running until 15.30. Places are limited, so please book in advance to secure a ticket here.

This event is open to all and will bring together a diverse audience, including University leaders, academics, students, and community representatives.

The open exhibition will also be available to view at local libraries in Uckfield, Southbourne, and Billingshurst from 9–23 February, as well as at libraries associated with the East Sussex College Group. Please check individual library opening times for access.

We are proud to align this event with the University’s commitment to Gypsy, Traveller, Roma, Showman, and Boater (GTRSB) equality and inclusion. Learn more about the GTRSB Pledge here.

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