A murit antropologul Vasile Ionescu, unul dintre pionierii mișcării romilor din România postcomunistă

Anthropologist Vasile Ionescu, a key figure in the post-1989 Roma movement in Romania, has passed away. His funeral will take place on October 17, 2026. Ionescu was instrumental in advocating for Roma rights and cultural identity, founding the publication Aven Amentza and participating in significant initiatives regarding the Holocaust. His contributions are recognized as a lasting influence for future generations. Colleagues and institutions have expressed their condolences and highlighted his dedication to raising awareness about Roma history and rights.