FLGR became part of the functioning of MERI Bulgaria 2013.

The Mayors Making the Most of EU Funds for Roma Inclusion Network (MERI) aims to promote the social inclusion and integration of Roma through best practice-sharing and learning across European countries, and bring to the forefront local level achievements. In addition, through building local municipal capacities, the MERI network plans to attract more EU funds to the local level. The philosophy behind the network is to create a space for local authorities to exchange on their Roma inclusion programs, to promote a learning venue and a visibility platform for municipalities which ultimately implement national strategies for Roma integration.

The team of FLGR will be responsible to ensure the information flow to members of MERI in Bulgaria and Europe and all interested parties, also for the provision of capacity building trainings.

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“Students during Class” by Anush Babajanyan, Obshtina, Bulgaria (2005)

Photo Credit: © Anush Babajanyan

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