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Advancing cooperation in combating hate speech, sexism, and other forms of gender-based violence ahead of presidential election
A round-table organised by the Council of Europe and European Union in partnership with the Central Electoral Commission of the Republic of Moldova and UN Women gathered over 50 participants representing political parties, media, national and local authorities, civil society, as well as...
Exchange on anti-discrimination practices between institutions from Malta and the Republic of Moldova
Representatives of the national Equality Council and of the Advocate Office, led by heads of both institutions, Ian Feldman and Ceslav Panico, paid a visit to relevant Maltese counterparts on 16 and 17 April 2024, with the aim to learn from the experience of Maltese authorities in countering...
Building a more supportive and tolerant environment for LGBTI children
The international Felis conference 2024, organised by the NGO Genderdoc-M with support of the EU/Council of Europe joint project “Combating discrimination, hate speech and hate crimes in the Republic of Moldova”, took place in Chisinau. It aimed to raise awareness on issues faced by LGBTI...
Study Visit of the representatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Institute of Justice to Malta
On 17-18 April, representatives of the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) of the Republic of Moldova carried out a Study Visit to Valletta, Malta.
Capacity building on communication for teachers and students from VET institutions
In the last decades, the number of students from the Vocational Education and Training (VET) institutions is decreasing and there is a high level of school dropout, especially among children from socially vulnerable families.
Head of the Council of Europe Office in Chișinău attended the "AI & Big Data” Conference
Falk Lange, the head of the Council of Europe Office in Chisinau, was among the main speakers at the two-day conference "AI & Big Data". In his presentation, he highlighted the importance of using digital technologies in a way that respects human rights, democracy, and the rule of law.
Expanding the networks of support for vulnerable groups across the Republic of Moldova: welcome on board to Cimislia District!
The Council of Europe Office in Chisinau and the District Council of Cimislia have concluded a Memorandum of Understanding for the creation of a support network for safeguarding vulnerable groups from discrimination, hatred and bias-motivated offences at the district level.
The Council of Europe organised expert consultations with the Superior Council of Magistracy on the issues of selection, evaluation, and promotion of judges
The Council of Europe organised online expert consultations with the Superior Council of Magistracy (SCM) to discuss conceptual aspects concerning the draft regulations of the SCM on selection, evaluation, and promotion of judges.
Improving data collection on hate crimes in the Republic of Moldova
Key stakeholders from the Republic of Moldova responsible to collect data on hate crimes and discrimination gathered in Chisinau, to discuss the latest developments, main challenges, and further steps to improve the national system of data collection in line with European and international...
New municipalities join the Open Government Partnership local programme
The Congress congratulates all new OGP Local members, and in particular Causeni and Leova (Republic of Moldova), Modriča and Travnik (Bosnia and Herzegovina), and Kyiv and Orzhytsia – Zviahel (Ukraine).
CALL FOR TENDER - local consultancy services in the field of open government, transparency in decision-making, decentralisation and access to public services in the Republic of Moldova
The Congress of Local and Regional Authorities is implementing two projects, on Reinforcing the culture of dialogue and ethical open local governance in the Republic of Moldova and on Promoting civil participation in political decision making in the Republic of Moldova, as part of the Council of...
Council of Europe Deputy Secretary General advocates gender equality in the Republic of Moldova
Bjørn Berge, Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe, emphasized the importance of advancing gender equality during his visit to Moldova State University. His lecture "Advancing Gender Equality and Tackling Violence against Women in the Republic of Moldova," brought together 120...
Moldovan authorities present roadmap to implement GREVIO recommendations
A significant step towards addressing violence against women and domestic violence was taken as the Specialized Commission on the implementation of the Istanbul Convention convened under the National Council for Human Rights. Bringing together 57 experts, representatives from specialized...
Launch of Council of Europe guidelines for social workers
Over 50 experts, representatives from specialized ministries and agencies, and civil society members, were acquainted with the new Guidelines for social workers, a collaborative effort between the Council of Europe and the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection.
Civil society organisations, national human rights institutions, and equality bodies were acquainted with the monitoring system of the European Social Charter
A workshop was organized in Chisinau on the engagement of the Ombudsman institution, the Equality Council, trade unions, social partners, and civil society organizations in the monitoring system of the European Social Charter.
Deputy Secretary General´s visit to the Republic of Moldova: focus on strengthening healthcare for prisoners, combating violence against women and ensuring regional stability
During his two-day visit to the Republic of Moldova, Deputy Secretary General Bjørn Berge has expressed his support for the authorities’ efforts to strengthen healthcare for prisoners, and promote gender equality and action to combat violence against women. He also held a series of meetings with...
CALL FOR TENDER - providers for the provision of fully equipped training/workshop halls, catering and accommodation services, in Cantemir city, Republic of Moldova
In the framework of the Project “Strengthening the human rights protection of refugees and migrants in the Republic of Moldova” funded and implemented under the Council of Europe Action Plan for the Republic of Moldova 2021-2024, the Council of Europe is looking for interested providers for the...
Call for tender - Questions and Answers
Call for Tenders for the Provision of International Consultancy Services in the Field of Asylum and Migration in the Republic of Moldova (BH8880/2024/03)
Needs assessment in the field of social rights with a specific focus on labour rights and employment rights of persons from vulnerable groups in the Republic of Moldova
The Council of Europe project "Enhancing Employment Rights in the Republic of Moldova" conducted a needs assessment in the field of social rights with a specific focus on labour and employment rights of persons from vulnerable groups in the Republic of Moldova.
Building networks for safeguarding vulnerable groups
Hate speech, discrimination and hate crimes create a hostile atmosphere in society towards already marginalised groups. In order to combat this phenomenon, three support networks have been established in Soroca, Calarasi, and Dubasari districts with the support of the Council of Europe - with an...
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