We are not a “Roma”. We are not supposed to, and we don’t like to be called “Roma”, or worst, “others”, “subgroups”, etc. People from different minority groups are here and I am sure they would like their identity to be recognized and respected. As a proud Ashkali, we would like to be known as as such and not as “others.”. During the Minority Fellowship Program I learned about the different UN instruments and mechanisms that aims to promote and protect minorities rights and most importantly, their identity. As such Mr. Chair, allow me to put forward the following recommendations: - The European instruments and mechanisms must take all necessary measures to change their definition and stop the usage of the “Roma” terminology by grouping all minority groups in one. - The European institution must equally recognize, promote and protect the identity of all minorities and provide them a fora to express and profess their identities as such, targeting minority youth. - Thank you Mr. Chair. * Kosovo under UNSR 1244