Art exhibition shines light on Romani persecution during Holocaust
Summary
An art exhibition highlights the persecution of Roma and Sinti people during the Holocaust, when about 500,000 were killed. The exhibition features the work of an artist who survived this part of history.Key Facts
- Roma and Sinti are minority groups in Europe who have faced long-term discrimination.
- Around 500,000 Roma and Sinti people were murdered during the Holocaust.
- This part of Holocaust history is less well known compared to other groups targeted.
- The exhibition uses art to tell the story of this persecution.
- The artist presenting the work is a survivor of the Holocaust.
- The report is part of a series exploring how art connects with democracy.
- The coverage is by Jeffrey Brown for the Art in Action series on CANVAS.
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