Forgotten No More: The First UK Memorial to Roma Holocaust Victims to Be Unveiled on 1 August 2025
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Roma Access Association and the Roma Holocaust Memorial Centre are honoured to announce a historic event of national significance: the unveiling of the first memorial monument in the United Kingdom dedicated to the Roma victims of the Holocaust.
This solemn and important ceremony will take place on Friday, 1 August 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, at [Insert Exact Location].
Under the powerful motto “Forgotten No More,” this event is not only a long-overdue recognition of the suffering endured by Roma men, women, and children during the Holocaust but also a tribute to the North East soldiers who bravely fought to liberate the concentration camps.
A Historic First for the UK
This will be the first national monument of its kind in the United Kingdom, making it a milestone for Holocaust remembrance, human rights advocacy, and truth-telling. For decades, the persecution and extermination of Roma people during the Holocaust have been neglected or forgotten in public memory. This monument stands as a permanent commitment to remembering those who can no longer speak and to ensuring that such crimes are never repeated.
Ceremony Details
The unveiling ceremony will include:
Wreath-laying ceremonies with participation from dignitaries, local officials, and uniformed services
Speeches by Roma community leaders, Holocaust remembrance advocates, and invited guests
Artistic and cultural performances paying tribute to the victims and survivors
A moment of silence in respect for those who suffered and perished
We are inviting community members, dignitaries, organisations, and the general public to join us in this act of remembrance, solidarity, and recognition.
Why This Matters
Roma people were among the targets of Nazi genocide, with hundreds of thousands murdered in concentration camps, ghettos, and mass executions. Yet their suffering has often gone unacknowledged.
This monument will serve as an enduring public reminder of that history, a place for reflection, learning, and commitment to justice. It also honours the soldiers from the North East whose sacrifice contributed to ending the Holocaust and liberating its victims.
Join Us
We warmly invite you to attend this historic event and stand with us in saying:
Forgotten No More.
📅 Date: Friday, 1 August 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: [Insert Exact Address]
All are welcome. We kindly ask attendees to wear respectful attire suitable for a commemorative occasion.
Honoring the Past: Remembering Roma Victims
A Memorial for Hope and Remembrance
Join us in our journey to create a lasting tribute for the Roma victims of the Holocaust. Together, we can ensure their stories are told and their memories cherished.
A Place of Reflection
The memorial will serve as a tranquil space for visiting families and friends, providing a place to reflect on the past.
Community Involvement
We aim to engage the local community in fundraising events, educational programs, and remembrance activities.
Educational activities
Our initiative highlights the importance of acknowledging Roma culture and history.
Our Mission
Building a Memorial for a Forgotten History
We are an initiative dedicated to establishing a memorial for the Roma victims of the Holocaust in Newcastle.
Our aim is to raise awareness and create a place of reflection and mourning.
Through your support, we can honour those who suffered and keep their memory alive.
Get in touch
Contact us
Telephone: +447577040430
E-mail: info@romamemorial.co.uk
Address: West Fifteen Business Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne,
NE15 6UN