Roma culture

What is it about?

The article explains the moving permit custom of Finnish Roma, where every community member is obliged to ask for a permit to move from the Roma family who 'own' the destined area. This custom is considered necessary within the community to avoid disorder. On the other hand, it disadvantages families with questionable family history, and can violate their basic rights as Finnish citizens.

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Why is it important?

This article demonstrates how an old tradition survives and adapts even though a minority has embraced the lifestyle of the majority population. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of identifying injustices inside minority communities.