Destiny. Empowering Roma Women
Description
Through the eyes of Maria José, we see how Gypsies are facing up to the challenges of 21st-century life. This documentary is the empowering personal story of one Roma woman who is taking control of her own destiny. Maria José is a pretty, charismatic 28-year-old. She graduated from one of Spain's top universities and has a prestigious career in social services. But she's also a Gypsy and has had to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles to succeed. As a social worker, Maria works hard to improve conditions for other Gypsies. This uplifting film provides new insight into the embattled Roma community.
Runtime
52 min
Subjects
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
[2012], c2004
Database
Films on Demand
Direct Link
https://www.remote.uwosh.edu/login?url=https://fod.infobase.com/PortalPlaylists.aspx?wID=102638&xtid=49975
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