Shukar Fest, 23 – 25 October 2015

During 23 – 25 October 2015, in Sibiu, took place Shukar Fest: exhibition of Roma traditional handicrafts, part of the project financed through EEA Grants, Programme PA16/RO12. The event was attended by Roma craftsmen who presented traditional products like handmade jewellery, handicrafts and traditional costumes. Also, the visitors participated in live demonstrations which provide greater exposure and understanding of the importance of Roma handicrafts as part of the intangible cultural heritage.

The activities included the viewing of the film "Clejani - love and misfortune" (2014), a documentary about the life of Roma in Clejani directed by Gabriel Boholt.

More details about the event are available at http://romaculture.ro/activitati/evenimente/shukar-fest-editia-a-ii-a/.