A report by eight NGOs reveals that hundreds of millions in EU funds have supported projects discriminating against marginalized communities, such as segregated housing for Roma and institutional care for disabled children. Analyzing 63 projects across six countries, the report underscores a fundamental misunderstanding of human rights within the EU. Experts warn that these issues are likely more prevalent than revealed, calling for increased investment in inclusive education and services. Examples include a Greek school for disabilities and a Romanian institution, both funded by EU investments and undermining the rights of affected individuals.
It is unacceptable that funds provided by European citizens could amplify the discrimination and segregation of communities that already ranked among the bloc's most marginalised.
What we would like to see is investment in inclusive education, which is very much needed in all of the EU, such as accessible schools and services that allow children to attend regular schools.
Children with disabilities should be provided with support to remain with their families, rather than being sent to live in institutions.
The report indicates that similar projects violating rights are probably widespread across the EU, suggesting this is only the tip of the iceberg.
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