The Albanian Journal of Roma Studies is guided by an international editorial board composed of distinguished scholars and experts in Romani studies and related fields. Our board members represent diverse academic disciplines, methodological approaches, and geographical regions, ensuring a comprehensive and balanced approach to the journal's content and development.
Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Artan Mustafa
Editor-in-Chief
University of Tirana, Albania
Dr. Mustafa is a leading scholar in Romani studies with over 20 years of research experience. His work focuses on Romani language preservation, cultural anthropology, and the history of Roma communities in the Balkans.
Romani Linguistics
Cultural Anthropology
Balkan Studies
artan.mustafa@ajrs.irca.al
Associate Editors
Dr. Elena Petrova
Associate Editor
Sofia University, Bulgaria
Dr. Petrova specializes in Romani migration patterns and diaspora studies. She has published extensively on Romani communities in Eastern Europe and their transnational connections.
Migration Studies
Diaspora Studies
Eastern Europe
elena.petrova@ajrs.irca.al
Dr. Marco Rossi
Associate Editor
University of Bologna, Italy
Dr. Rossi's research focuses on Romani rights, legal anthropology, and anti-discrimination policies. He has served as a consultant for several international organizations on Roma issues.
Legal Anthropology
Human Rights
Policy Studies
marco.rossi@ajrs.irca.al
Editorial Board Members
Dr. Fatime Leka
Editorial Board Member
Institute of Romani Culture in Albania
Dr. Leka is a cultural historian specializing in Romani oral traditions and folk music. She has documented Romani cultural practices across Albania for over 15 years.
Cultural History
Oral Traditions
Ethnomusicology
Dr. Gjergj Hoxha
Editorial Board Member
University of Prishtina, Kosovo
Dr. Hoxha's research examines economic empowerment and social entrepreneurship in Romani communities. He has led several EU-funded projects on Roma economic inclusion.
Economic Anthropology
Social Entrepreneurship
Development Studies
Dr. Maria Fernandez
Editorial Board Member
Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
Dr. Fernandez specializes in Romani education and literacy programs. Her work focuses on developing culturally responsive educational approaches for Romani students.
Education
Literacy Studies
Pedagogy
Dr. Stefan Popescu
Editorial Board Member
University of Bucharest, Romania
Dr. Popescu is a sociologist focusing on Romani social movements and political mobilization. His research examines how Romani communities organize for collective action.
Social Movements
Political Sociology
Community Organizing
Dr. Luljeta Shala
Editorial Board Member
University of Tetova, North Macedonia
Dr. Shala's research addresses gender issues in Romani communities, with particular focus on Romani women's leadership and empowerment initiatives.
Gender Studies
Feminist Anthropology
Women's Leadership
Dr. Adrian Berisha
Editorial Board Member
University of Pristina, Kosovo
Dr. Berisha is an expert in Romani media representation and contemporary cultural production. His work examines how Romani identity is constructed in various media.
Media Studies
Cultural Production
Identity Studies
International Advisory Board
Dr. Ian Hancock
Advisory Board Member
University of Texas at Austin, USA
Dr. Hancock is a renowned Romani scholar and activist. He has published extensively on Romani history, linguistics, and the Romani Holocaust (Porajmos).
Romani History
Linguistics
Holocaust Studies
Dr. Elena Marushiakova
Advisory Board Member
University of St. Andrews, UK
Dr. Marushiakova is a leading expert on Romani communities in Eastern Europe. Her research spans ethnography, history, and the study of Romani social structure.
Ethnography
Social Structure
Eastern Europe
Join Our Editorial Board
We are always interested in expanding our editorial board with scholars who bring diverse perspectives and expertise in Romani studies. If you are interested in joining our editorial team, please contact us with your CV and a statement of interest.
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