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This article explores the socio-cultural resilience of Roma ethnic probationers, a group that experiences disproportionately high involvement with the criminal justice system across Europe. Despite centuries of systemic discrimination, social exclusion, and structural challenges, Roma individuals exhibit resilience by drawing upon unique socio-cultural resources such as family cohesion, community solidarity, cultural identity, and adaptive coping strategies. Using a socio-ecological resilience framework, this study synthesizes existing literature to examine the ways Roma probationers may utilize socio-cultural resilience factors within probation settings. Key findings highlight the protective role of family and community support, the importance of cultural identity for psychological stability, and the use of both emotion-focused coping and community-based support as tools for facing adversity. However, structural barriers, including socio-economic marginalization and institutional distrust, continue to impede the integration and rehabilitation of Roma individuals. The findings underscore the need for culturally sensitive and inclusive probation practices that recognize these resilience factors and address structural barriers. This approach is essential for fostering resilience and promoting equitable outcomes within the criminal justice system for Roma communities.
Keywords: Roma, socio-cultural resilience, probation, criminal justice system, cultural identity, family support, community networks, structural barriers
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