School pupils from the Roma community said they have been encouraged to "be proud of who they are" at an event celebrating identity.

The charity Union Romani Voice (URV), a Roma-led organisation based in Ipswich, held a conference at The Hold in the town on Wednesday which included Roma speakers sharing stories about their careers and setbacks.

About 20 Year Eight students from Westbourne Academy in Ipswich attended the conference, along with some of their parents and community supporters.