Traveller and Roma Inclusion

Travellers and Roma are amongst the most marginalised groups in our society. They experience much higher rates of economic disadvantage and social exclusion than other disadvantaged communities. Travellers and Roma often experience discrimination, inequality and a lack of opportunities across many aspects of Irish life.

The National Strategy for Traveller and Roma Inclusion in Ireland 2017-2021 sought to generate transformative impacts for Travellers and Roma in the long term, giving continuity and deepening the key areas for social inclusion: education, employment, housing and healthcare. While some progress has been made in a number of areas, there are still important challenges ahead to guarantee equity, equality and participation in both the public and the private spheres for Travellers and Roma in Ireland.

The National Traveller and Roma Inclusion Strategy II 2024-2028 (NTRIS II) and its associated Action Plans, launched on 31 July 2024, carry forward and expand upon previous efforts to include Travellers and Roma in Irish society. The focus of future delivery will be on equal access to education, employment, health and housing, effectively fighting racism and discrimination, and promoting active participation.

Traveller and Roma Policy team – Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth

Email: TravellersandRoma@equality.gov.ie