Premiere of the “Generation Alpha” series

For too many children, bullying and violence are not isolated incidents, but part of everyday life. They happen at school, online or among friends - and, more often than not, remain unseen and unspoken.

Data from the Barometer on the situation in lower and upper secondary education show that nearly half of students are frequently exposed to different forms of violence and bullying. Many do not know how to recognize these situations or how - and whom - to talk to about them.

Against this background, on 3 April 2026, the premiere of “Generation Alpha” took place in Chișinău - the first socio-educational series in the Republic of Moldova dedicated to children and adolescents. Available online and on TV, the series brings to the forefront stories inspired by real life, in which young people can see themselves. Across five episodes, five different experiences come to life through authentic characters who reflect the challenges faced by today’s generation - from exclusion and discrimination to social pressure and the need to belong.

More than 200 people attended the premiere, including representatives of public institutions, the production team, actors, parents, teachers, psychologists, and students. Two episodes were screened for the first time, followed by open discussions on how these situations can be recognized and addressed in real life.

Diana Pînzari, psychologist: “‘Generation Alpha’ is the first generation growing up in a deeply digitalized world, where touchscreens and the online environment have been part of everyday life from the earliest years. These realities shape the way children relate to themselves, to others and to the world. Compared with previous generations, these children experience more fear of exclusion, a greater need for validation and a stronger desire to be accepted. Although they have access to a very large amount of information, they do not always know how to analyse it critically, how to protect themselves or whom to turn to for help. In this context, the series becomes a bridge for connection - a way to communicate openly about what worries them, what brings them joy or sadness, while offering them structure, emotional safety and guidance, both at home and at school.”

Patricia, the main character of the series: “I would like every child who watches this series to have the courage to be themselves and not be afraid to ask for help when they need it. Even when things seem difficult, there are always people who can understand and support you. For me, filming was an experience that helped me see how important empathy, friendship and the way we choose to treat one another are - every single day.”