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Preparations of electoral management bodies for the strategic planning cycle
Seven participants, comprising experts from the Republic of Moldova and international consultants, gathered in Bologna, Italy, for a three-day workshop based on the Council of Europe URSO toolkit for strategic planning and prioritisation of electoral co-operation. The event aimed to enhance the...
From policy to practice: how the Republic of Moldova turned a European Framework into a national movement
A decade after the Council of Europe launched its Reference Framework of Competences for Democratic Culture, the Republic of Moldova has become one of its most ambitious adopters, embedding democratic values into the core of its national school system. When the Council of Europe introduced the...
Moldovan authorities strengthen their capacity to combat money laundering in line with European standards
As the Republic of Moldova advances on its path towards European Union membership, strengthening the country's ability to prevent and detect financial crime remains a key priority. In 2024, the European Union adopted a comprehensive reform of its framework for preventing money laundering and...
Seven localities in the Republic of Moldova initiated co-creation of Local Open Government Action Plans
Seven localities in the Republic of Moldova - Călărași, Zubrești (Strășeni), Gangura (Ialoveni), Sărata Veche (Fălești), Strășeni, Cruzești (Chișinău), and Sireți (Strășeni) - have taken the first step in the co-creation of their Local Open Government Action Plans. These strategic documents...
Call for Proposals - Support to Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in assisting women, victims of violence against women and domestic violence
The Council of Europe Project “Supporting the implementation of the Istanbul Convention in the Republic of Moldova – Phase II” is launching a Call for Proposals to Support to Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in assisting women, victims of violence against women and domestic violence. The...
When EU Law Meets Moldovan Courts: Building the Foundations for European Integration
As the Republic of Moldova advances steadily on its path towards European Union membership, preparing its justice system for the demands of EU law has become one of the most pressing priorities. Against this backdrop, a series of training sessions held in Chișinău from 18 to 27 May 2026 brought...
Call for Tender - Provision of national short-term consultancy services in the areas of social and labour rights, vocational education, career guidance, gender equality, and communication
The Council of Europe is currently implementing, until 31 December 2028, the project “Advancing employment rights in the Republic of Moldova”. The project is part of the Council of Europe Action Plan for the Republic of Moldova 2025–2028, and directly supports Moldova’s commitments in the context...
Academic year ends in Republic of Moldova with focus on Universal Human Values
Schools across the Republic of Moldova are marking the end of the academic year this May with a series of curricular and extracurricular activities as part of the “10 days of Education for Universal Human Values”. Pupils throughout the country have taken part in reflection workshops, debates,...
Positive results of rehabilitation programme for detainees with alcohol dependency in Moldova
The pilot rehabilitation programme for detainees with alcohol dependency supported by the Council of Europe and implemented by the National Administration of Penitentiaries of the Republic of Moldova over 15 months in 12 penitentiaries, has shown promising results. At the evaluation workshop held...
Council of Europe supports Moldovan filmmakers on human rights documentary training
Throughout 18 to 22 May 2026, selected filmmakers and journalists from the Republic of Moldova took part in an intensive five-days’ training programme in Chișinău, dedicated to the production and development of human rights documentaries, with a particular focus on freedom of expression and...
Labour law in practice: Moldovan judges and prosecutors apply new employment rights standards through the lens of the European Social Charter
Over 30 judges and prosecutors from across the Republic of Moldova participated in a seminar aimed at strengthening their knowledge and practical skills in resolving labour disputes in light of recent legislative amendments. The discussions focused on the application of the new regulations in...
The Republic of Moldova’s probation system advances evidence-based rehabilitation approaches for violent and aggressive offenders under probation
Guided implementation of the new Offender Behaviour Programme (OBP) for violent and aggressive offenders under probation over the last 15 months concluded with an evaluation workshop on 21 May 2026. The representatives of the National Probation Inspectorate, regional and territorial probation...
Moldova Holds First-Ever National Forum on Student Self-Governance in Bălți, Youth Capital of 2026
Over 100 students, university deans, ministry officials, and student council’s leaders gathered in Bălți for Moldova’s first-ever National Forum of Student Self-Governance Structures, held as part of the Ministry of Education and Research’s Education Week. The event took place at “Alecu Russo”...
Strengthening minorities’ rights protection in the Republic of Moldova
Public officials and practitioners from the Republic of Moldova gathered for a two-days specialized training on preventing discrimination against national minorities and protecting fundamental rights guaranteed under the Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities (FCNM)....
Foreign ministers establish Special Tribunal for Ukraine, make declaration on migration, strengthen legal framework against money laundering and the financing of terrorism
The Foreign Affairs Ministers of the 46-nation Council of Europe today reaffirmed their unwavering support to Ukraine by establishing an Enlarged Partial Agreement on the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. The Committee of Ministers also adopted a declaration on the...
The Council of Europe contributes to enhancing transparency and civic participation through the modernization of the portal www.particip.gov.md
With the support of the Council of Europe, the Government Portal particip.gov.md has been modernized to enhance the efficiency, accessibility and transparency of public consultations and decision-making processes in the Republic of Moldova. The upgraded platform strengthens cooperation between...
Council of Europe is hiring an IT Officer
Deadline to apply: 01-Jun-2026 Duty station: Chisinau Grade: B4 Entity: Directorate General of Administration (DGA) Your Team The Office of the Council of Europe in Chisinau assists the authorities in fulfilling their membership commitments and obligations, supports legislative and other reforms,...
Ministers for Foreign Affairs meet in Chișinău
On 15 May 2026, in Chișinău, the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of the 46 Council of Europe member states will hold their annual session, which will be opened by the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu. In a context of major geopolitical upheaval, growing pressures on multilateralism...
Workshop on strengthening coordinated policies to combat violence against women and domestic violence held in Florești
Effective prevention and combating of violence against women and domestic violence requires clear legal frameworks, coordinated institutional action, and practical protection mechanisms for victims. On 14 May 2026, the first 2026 workshop of Thematic Group II – Criminal Prosecution / Coordinated...
EXTENDED DEADLINE Call for Tender - Provision of event management services
The Council of Europe’s Project “Ensuring an effective framework for the protection of children from all forms of violence and ensure child-friendly justice” aims to further strengthen the response of Republic of Moldova to violence against children, including sexual abuse and exploitation, and...
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