What is the project?

The project objective is to deliver justice that is better aligned with European standards in the field of discrimination  in the Republic of Moldovain the Republic of Moldova.

It is a project co-funded by the European Union and the Council of Europe, and implemented by the Council of Europe in the framework of the Partnership for Good Governance Programme - phase II (2019-2021).

 What is the legal context?

The Republic of Moldova ratified the Council of Europe Convention on the Protection of children against sexual exploitation and sexual abuse (Lanzarote Convention) in 2011. The Committee of the Parties to the Convention, also known as the Lanzarote Committee, is charged with monitoring the implementation of the Convention. The Republic of Moldova participated in the 1st monitoring round dedicated to the protection of children against sexual exploitation and sexual abuse in the circle of trust (2014-2017) and in the 2nd one on the protection of children against sexual exploitation and sexual abuse facilitated by information and communication technologies (2017).

Other important standards taken into consideration during the project implementation include the Council of Europe Guidelines on child-friendly justice (2010) and the Recommendation CM/Rec(2018)7 of the Committee of Ministers to member states on Guidelines to respect, protect and fulfil the rights of the child in the digital environment.

The project itself promotes the implementation of these international standards and builds on the progress and work already carried out at national level. Relevant national standards and policies include the Law no. 338 of 15.12.1994 on the rights of the child, Decision No. 434 of 10.06.2014 on the approval of the Child Protection Strategy for the years 2014-2020, Council of Europe Action Plan for the Republic of Moldova 2017-2020, as well as the conclusions and recommendations of the Roundtable “Implementation of the Council of Europe Convention on the Protection of Children against Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse: Challenges and Best Practices”.

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Back From adoption to implementation: three key documents to guide the Supreme Court’s development

From adoption to implementation: three key documents to guide the Supreme Court’s development

People seeking justice should be able to rely on courts interpreting and applying the law consistently. The reform of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Republic of Moldova, introduced in March 2023, placed this responsibility at the centre of the Supreme Court’s mandate. Giving practical effect to that role requires clear priorities, effective internal organisation and communication that helps people understand the Court’s work.

The Court has now taken an important step in building these foundations. Within two months of the constitution of its Plenum, its collegial governing body, it adopted three complementary documents: the Institutional Development Strategy, the Regulation on Organisation and Functioning, and the Communication Strategy. 

Together, these documents address three connected aspects of the Court’s development. The Strategy sets the direction and priorities for the coming years. The Regulation defines responsibilities and working arrangements within the institution. The Communication Strategy guides how the Court explains its role and decisions, engages with legal professionals and the media, and makes judicial information more accessible to the public.

The move from adoption to implementation shaped discussions at the project’s second Steering Committee meeting, held on 26 October 2026 in Chișinău. Court representatives and project partners reviewed these achievements and discussed the priorities, challenges and support needed to carry this work forward.

Discussions on cooperation for January–June 2027 focused on strengthening consistent judicial practice and the quality of judicial reasoning, supporting institutional leadership and improving internal working processes. Participants also considered public communication and digital access to case law, connecting the Court’s institutional development with how its work reaches legal professionals and the wider public.

The next step is to bring the three documents into the Court’s daily work. Practical tools, training and expert advice will support judges and staff in implementing the framework, with the aim of strengthening the Court’s effectiveness, the consistency of judicial practice and public understanding of its role.

CHIȘINĂU, REPUBLIC of MOLDOVA 26 October 2026
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 Who we work with?

Ministry of Internal Affairs, Ministry of Health, Labour and Social Protection, Ministry of Education, Culture and Research, Ministry of Justice, Public Prosecution Service, National Institute of Justice, Police Academy, Supreme Court of Justice, Lawyers Union, Ombudsperson for Children’s Rights, National Council for the Protection of Child's Rights, NGOs, acclaimed experts in the field.

 Who benefits from the project?

The project targets judges, prosecutors, lawyers, police officers, staff members of the People’s Advocate Office, National Preventive Mechanism members and other criminal justice actors. The end beneficiaries are the users of the justice system, parties to criminal proceedings.