Florentina-Alexandra Manea
Florentina-Alexandra Manea is a Roma feminist activist and political scientist from Romania, specializing in Roma inclusion, human rights, and gender equality. With a BA in Political Science and ongoing postgraduate studies, Florentina brings a strong analytical and strategic approach to her work in advocacy and policy.
Her extensive experience in both grassroots and international advocacy, lies in addressing the systemic barriers faced by Roma communities, particularly Roma women and gender-diverse individuals, through a combination of research, activism, and communication. Florentina works with various international organizations, including the European Roma Rights Centre, and mentored young Roma women through the E-Romnja Association’s Sisterhood Mentorship Program.
Florentina is also an active voice in international policy discussions, advocating for Roma rights and contributing to the development of more inclusive policies at the European level.