GRT LGBTQ+ Spoken History Archive

The Romani Cultural & Arts Company is proud to announce the launch of the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller LGBTQ+ Spoken History Archive. This new online resource is the result of research carried out by the RCAC, with the support of the European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture, and gives insight into the experience of LGBTQ+ individuals from a variety of international Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities. 

This unique initiative brings to light the important, fascinating and often moving stories told by members of the global GRT LGBTQ+ community, highlighting the valuable roles that these individuals play in the rich complexity of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller life. The result is a dynamic online resource that not only documents and archives but also celebrates the intersectional heritage, culture and experiences of LGBTQ+ Gypsies, Roma & Travellers across the world. 

This timely project gives long overdue voice to the often hidden GRT LGBTQ+ stories that our community members carry with them and at the same time offers greater insight into the wider Gypsy, Roma and Traveller experience—insight which feels particularly relevant during this current period of social isolation during global pandemic.