Sofia - Post Report Question and Answers
Are there problems with ethnic, race/racial minorities or religious prejudices? Gender equality?
see above. - Jun 2023
There didn’t seem to be a large amount of religious prejudice. The Roma prejudice (see above) was extreme. The gender equality was about on par with the US. Where women can have jobs, but are also expect to take care of the house and kids. - Mar 2019
Some, but not too bad. For example, I've been complemented several times on my parking skills. They are apparently shockingly great...for a woman. - May 2016
Roma and refugees from Syria, Iraq, etc. - Dec 2014
Haven't experienced any. - Aug 2014
Most locals have a problem with gypsies. Unfortunately due to their own actions or those of the government, gypsies are not well integrated in society and are responsible for petty theft. Their presence is ubiquitous, they typically drive their horse drawn carriages in the middle of the city. Quite a sight in the capital city of an EU country! - Jun 2011
No, not that I'm aware of. - Oct 2009
No, Bulgarians are among the most tolerant people in Europe. Foreigners are treated with respect and many Westerners feel very welcome among Bulgarians. - Feb 2008
