Doms in Jordan
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| Total population | |
|---|---|
| ≈ 70,000[1][2] | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Amman | |
| Languages | |
| Domari, Arabic | |
| Religion | |
| Islam |
There is a Dom community (known as **Bani Murra**,[2] Arabic: بني مرة) in Jordan. While Doms played a notable role in society at the time of Jordan's founding, some of its members now live in refugee camps with poor sanitary conditions.[2][3][4][5][6]
In May 2015, the community formed the Bani Murra Association and initiated an outreach campaign with the slogan "I am Bani Murra, I am Jordanian," aiming to combat stereotypes and promote better rights for their members.[2] A key demand of the Bani Murra Association is a guaranteed Parliament seat in Jordan's House of Representatives for Doms.[2] The organization was founded by community leader Fathi Mousa, son of famous musician Abdo Mousa, a favorite of King Hussein who had entertained many dignitaries at the palace.[7][2]
Romani people were a favorite theme by Mustafa Wahbi Al-Tal.[8]
