What's your ism? What’s Your Ism? EP 36 | Ambedkar in Europe: A Roma School’s Fight Against Segregation
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Apr 3, 2025 
János Orsós, founder of the Dr. Ámbédkar School in Hungary and a passionate Roma activist, shares his insights on combating racial segregation and promoting education. He discusses the alarming educational disparities faced by the Roma community and the haunting echoes of discrimination in Hungary. Drawing inspiration from Dr. Ambedkar’s legacy, János highlights ongoing legal battles against educational segregation and the systemic challenges within a politically oppressive environment. His work shines a light on the fight for justice and equality.
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Education Segregation Limits Roma
- Segregation in Hungarian elementary schools hinders Roma students' access to secondary education.
- Only about 5% of Roma youths finish secondary school compared to 80% of non-Roma.
Ambedkar Inspires Roma School
- János discovered Ambedkar through a French book and saw parallels with Roma persecution.
- After visiting Maharashtra, he was inspired by Dalit empowerment through education and equality.
Legal Ban vs Practical Segregation
- Though segregation in education is constitutionally banned in Hungary, it continues as a practical reality.
- Segregated schools in villages leave Roma children with insufficient knowledge and poor teaching resources.