Droits sociaux

The Council of Europe project "Enhancing Employment Rights in the Republic of Moldova" which is co-funded by the Austrian Development Agency and the Council of Europe, 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. 

The purpose of the needs assessment was to identify the key areas of labour rights, in particular the employment rights of persons belonging to vulnerable groups, where harmonisation between the national policy, legislation and practice of the Republic of Moldova and the European Social Charter, the jurisprudence of the European Committee of Social Rights and other relevant international standards is required in order to strengthen the protection and promotion of the employment rights of vulnerable groups. The Needs Assessment Report also highlighted the areas where reform is imminent or most urgent, recalling the applicable standards and the challenges that Moldova faces in each of the areas identified.

The needs assessment report will serve as a valuable resource for policymakers, civil society organisations and other stakeholders working to promote inclusive and equitable labour practices in Moldova. By identifying key gaps and proposing evidence-based recommendations, the report aims to contribute to ongoing efforts to strengthen the labour rights of vulnerable groups and create a fairer and more inclusive labour market for all Moldovan citizens.