Berkovitsa
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Berkovitsa Municipality is located in Northwestern Bulgaria in Montana Region. The municipality has 20 settlements.
The second largest ethnic group in the municipality is the Roma which represents almost 17%. They live mainly in the town of Berkovitsa and in the village of Zamfirovo.
The ROMACT Process
ROMACT Process started in October 2022 with the signature of the Letter of Agreement.
The Taskforce for Roma inclusion was created following Mayor's approval in March 2023.
Trainings
ROMACT experts have provided the following trainings since the start of implementing the programme:
For the local authorities:
* “Inclusive Strategy Planning”
For the Community Action Group:
* Participation in municipal budgeting process