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Teaching Resources for GRTSB History Month

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Teaching Resources for GRTSB History Month

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June is GRTSB History Month! I've found these resources brilliant for incorporating GRTSB history and culture into our curriculum. Include stories, activities and discussion points that celebrate the rich heritage of these communities.

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Romany & Traveller Family History Society

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Romany & Traveller Family History Society

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Tracing Romany, Traveller or Fairground folk?

We're the family history society for you. It's a great way to trace your special roots, meet people who share your interests and find out more about your heritage.

Is your ancestor in our Publications?

Browse through the range of specialist books published by the RTFHS. We may have one that includes your family and perhaps even your complete family tree.

Is your ancestor in our photo Gallery?

Take a look at our great old photos of travelling people and travelling life, sourced mainly from our members' family albums and postcard collections.

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Research your roots and learn about your heritage.

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We're the family history society for you. It's a great way to trace your special roots, meet people who share your interests and find out more about your heritage. Browse through the range of specialist books published by the RTFHS. We may have one that includes your family and perhaps even your complete family tree.

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What is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller history month? 

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What is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller history month? 

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Since 2004 there has been a number of organisations lobbying for a national GRTHM. Lord Adonis Parliamentary under Secretary of State for Schools gave his approval in October 2007.

Through activities and information in schools, museums, libraries and the media we will be able to challenge stereotypes, contribute to community cohesion and understand the contributions that the GRT community has made to British society.

Good practice when promoting GRTHM in your school:

Ensure that you are aware of your school population

Download our Twinkl resources to help your school plan an assembly

Link the Gypsy Roma Traveller History Month to school Inclusion/Race Equality agenda

Raise staff awareness through a planning group Involve pupils in planning process Involve parents, local community, and governors

Gather information, and ensure you are aware of current Gypsy, Roma and Traveller issues

Plan events and activities

Contact local GRT agencies for additional support and guidance

It is important to acknowledge this celebration until Gypsy, Roma and Traveller history and culture is taught in schools nationwide!

For now, here's a few websites and organisations that have some great resources and ideas that you could share with your school:

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Advocating for and working with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people to tackle discrimination and promote equality

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Gypsy Roma Traveller History Month | Leeds GATE

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GRTHM - events and activities in Scotland

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GRTHM - events and activities in Scotland

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GYPSY, ROMA AND TRAVELLER HISTORY MONTH 2022

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Celebrating Gypsy Roma Traveller History Month with events held across Scotland

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Gypsy, Roma, Traveller History Month (GRTHM)

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Every June since 2008, people from across the UK have celebrated Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month. Through celebration, education and raising awareness, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month helps to tackle prejudice, challenge myths and to amplify the voices of Gypsies, Roma and Travellers in wider society.

This year our theme for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month is " Weaving Journeys: A celebration of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller lives, histories and cultures ".

The theme will focus on patterns of travel, spanning across the past, and leading to the future. It will ask and feature where Romany Gypsy, Roma, Irish Traveller and other nomadic communities have travelled before, and where people would like to travel next, as a celebration of cultures and traditions.

Download our "Weaving Journeys: A celebration of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller lives, histories and cultures" GRTHM participation packs below for everything you'll need to get started.

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month 2023 Brochure Expand

Have you ever wondered what popular decor might adorn an Irish Traveller family home? Or if there are any significant shapes or colours in Romany Gypsy or Roma cultures?

Then, take a look at our Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month Brochure, filled with stories from Boater, New Traveller, Showmen, Romany Gypsy, Roma and Irish Traveller people, mesmerising patterns, and a look at what inspired this year's 'Weaving Journeys' theme.

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month Brochure - Download here.

We've created an Education pack to increase understanding and engagement with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month across schools and prisons.

You'll find resources such as a competition for children to design their own patterns, or a how-to guide on raising awareness of and celebrating Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month. The packs include something for everyone across education, from schools to prisons.

Education pack - Download here.

This year, we've decided to provide a Digital Engagement pack for anyone and everyone, so that you can celebrate Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month 2023 in your own way.

The pack provides guidance on how you can mark and celebrate GRTHM online, and the tools you need to do so - including social media templates and images, and print 'n' stick map posters, featuring stopping places across the UK.

Digital Engagement pack - Download here.

While you're here, why not check out our social media channels to see what we're up to this GRTHM?
@GypsyTravellers /FriendsFamiliesandTravellers @FriendsFamiliesandTravellers
We've created a poster timeline of significant dates in history for Gypsies, Roma and Travellers, which you can find in the packs above, and an exciting series of print 'n' stick maps, with marked stopping places across the UK.

Download the maps and stickers.

Celebrate Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month online using our social media images:

All of our Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month materials are free, and we hope you enjoy them!

Your support means that we can highlight the importance of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month, and increase understanding and awareness of nomadic communities. If you would like to help us continue our work in future years, donate here.

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Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month 2023 - Friends, Families and Travellers

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This year's theme for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month is 'Weaving Journeys', focusing on patterns of travel, old and new.