Romsko-gadziowskie związki. Analiza i negocjowanie granic etnicznych

Abstract

This article focuses on the analysis of culturally mixed relationships, using the example of Romani-Gadjo (non-Romani) relationships. The aim is to explore, analyze, and deconstruct stereotypes and understand the perspectives of individuals involved in such relationships or opting out of them, with a particular emphasis on the Romani community. The analysis includes examining the motivations and challenges associated with participating in or disengaging from such relationships. As part of the decolonization of research, this work seeks to dismantle certain cognitive structures concerning the understanding of Romani-Gadjo relationships by the mainstream society, offering a more complex and nuanced perspective. In this sense, decolonization implies a conscious approach to exploring diversity and deeply rooted connections between the Romani and Gadjo communities at large. The author develops her arguments using empirical research findings (surveys, in-depth interviews), contributing to a more empathetic and scientifically grounded understanding of the discussed relationships.