But their story is far from monolithic; Roma, or the Romani people, is an umbrella term for various groups identified as Roma, Gitanos, Sinti, Ciganos, and Romanichals located across the world.

God has not abandoned the Romani people even if it often seemed that the society and even Catholic Church had, Pope Francis said. "I am aware that your history has been marked by incomprehension, ...

Poland is home to different ethnic and religious minorities, all of whom are an important part of its history and current social make-up. Here is a closer look at the status of the Roma community of ...