President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova congratulated the Roma community on International Roma Day, April 8, acknowledging their significant contributions to Macedonian society. Despite their achievements, she emphasized the need to address ongoing challenges of poverty, marginalization, and discrimination. The President called for concrete actions, affirmative policies, and inclusion to unlock the Roma community’s potential for the benefit of society’s progress. Siljanovska-Davkova highlighted the Roma community’s cultural richness, talent in music and arts, and integration into Macedonian society. She noted their inclusion in the Constitution, advocacy for their language and municipality, establishment of educational institutions, and participation in politics and governance. She recognized the Roma community’s creative, hardworking, and adaptable nature, emphasizing their deserving of respect. The President urged for continuous support and empowerment of the Roma community, not just on International Roma Day, to drive progress and development. She stressed the importance of utilizing the Roma community’s potential in building a democratic society.