Critical evaluation of Romani inclusion strategies in Finland and Sweden

Abstract

This article discusses the status of the Romani in Swedish and Finnish societies. The article scrutinises the history and current state of Romani policies in Sweden and Finland, critically evaluating the state of the art of Romani inclusion and comparing approaches of the two countries. The also reviews research on Romani inclusion. In 2012, Sweden adopted a coordinated 20-year strategy for Romani inclusion (2012–2032). Finland adopted the First National Policy on the Romani in 2009, and the second National Policy on the Romani entered into force on 1 January 2018 and will run until 2022.