A NEW FLAG EMOJI 🌍

Subject: Request for the Inclusion of the Romani Flag in the Emoji set

Dear Apple Team,

Today l come with hope and faith in my chest of a request that is deeply important to me, and I believe to many others in the Romani community globally.

Why a Romani flag could Benefits 

1. Strengthened Brand Image:

• By including the Romani flag, Apple would further solidify its position as a leader in diversity and inclusion
• It shown that apple listens to underrepresented community’s .
• This aligns with Apple's values of creating products that are accessible and representative of all people
• And enhancing the company’s image as a global innovator in inclusivity.

Inclusivity:

• Apple's commitment to diversity and inclusion is well-known.
• The addition of the Romani flag would further reinforce this commitment by recognising the diversity of all ethnic groups
• Not just those traditionally represented in state or national entities.

2. Marketing Appeal

• The Romani population worldwide is estimated to be between 12 and 20 million people.
• By adding the Romani flag, Apple can show its dedicating to these community’s
• As well potentially attracting users who values social responsibility and diversity in the companionship they supports.

3. Global Recognition

• Adding the Romani flag would signal to all communities that Apple:
• Values and acknowledges their unique identities strengthening customer loyalty and enhancing.
• As Apple continues to expand its presence in global market it’s reflecting the diversity of its users is essential.
• Romani flag could be a significant step toward recognition
• And inclusivity for the Romani community
• Just as many nations and groups are represented in the emoji set

Concrete Steps:

• Consider to submitting a formal proposal to the Unicode
• Consortium, who manage the global standard for emojis, to include the Romani flag.

Romani peoples suffer

• Different countries did severe persecution at us, including murder and lobotomising
• Hitler killed over 500.000 of our people
• We was forced sterilisations
• Denied of basic rights to live
• And of education and property ownership

Did you know the meaning of our national group name Rom

It actually stands for = Human

”The flag, with its blue and green fields and the red wheel in the centre, symoolizes the Romani people's connection to nature and historical struggles.”

Why the Romani Flag Matters

as a Romani Nation

• The Romani people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Europe, yet our presence is often marginalised.
• Having our flag available would allow us to express pride in our identity and culture in a visible and meaningful way, especially in online communication.

I sincerely hope that Apple will seize this opportunity to enhance its leadership in inclusivity and diversity,

shown by giving the Romani people a visible presence in the digital space through the representation of our flag.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely

//Romani Woman 22 years old