As one of its most dangerous forms, the institutional Antigypsyism, founded on racial superiority and nurtured by historical discrimination, demonstrated by decision makers on local level is continuously keeping Roma away from public institutions and deepening their inferiority feeling. Access to quality education, quality services and participation in economic, social and political life is lacking as Roma are not accepted as equal citizens. Combating Antigypsyism in local structures should be considered as priority.

Influencing public policies is recognized as an urgent necessity. Increasing the influencing power of Roma civil society organizations over the local, national and EU policies is very much needed. Capacity building of Roma NGOs, Community leaders and Political leaders to drive towards securing strong advocacy over public policies is the main mechanism identified. Developing synergies between different forms of leadership will increase efficiency and effectiveness of actions and initiatives.