Through reliable partnerships to better lives for children in Moldova
Together with our partners we help all children in the country
Moldova - a small Eastern European country, grapples with poverty, inadequate healthcare, limited access to education, and child protection concerns.
Since 1995, UNICEF has been at the forefront of efforts to improve the lives of children in Moldova, collaborating closely with the government and other partners to address the myriad challenges faced by the country's children, youth, parents, and families.
Recognizing the urgent need to prioritize children's well-being, UNICEF has forged strategic partnerships with the Moldovan government and various stakeholders, leveraging resources, expertise, and innovative approaches to bring about positive change. Through joint initiatives, we aim to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.
UNICEF works with the Ministry of Education and Research to improve the quality of education and ensure that all children have access to schooling
This includes efforts to enhance teacher training, provide learning materials, digitalize schools, and promote inclusive education practices that cater to the needs of every child, regardless of background or ability.
Teenagers took over the Ministry of Education and Research
"Learning Together!" - national campaign to raise awareness and promote inclusive education
In healthcare, UNICEF supports the Ministry of Health in strengthening health systems and expanding access to essential services for mothers and children
This includes initiatives to improve nutrition, immunization coverage, and maternal and child health care, particularly in reaching vulnerable and marginalized populations.
UNICEF and the Ministry of Health have inaugurated the first Methodological Consultative Vaccination Centre in the Republic of Moldova
UNICEF Moldova delivered professional protective and medical equipment for health workers
UNICEF collaborates with the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection to strengthen child protection systems, prevent violence, exploitation, and abuse, and provide support to children in need of care and protection
This includes reforming legislation, training social workers and law enforcement officials, and raising awareness about children's rights.
Ministry of Labour and Social Protection and UN Agencies join hands to support the Republic of Moldova social protection system
"Better Social Services and Child Protection for Every Child"
UNICEF and the Ministry of Justice cooperate to improve access to adequate, fair, and responsive justice for every child and young person in Moldova
Through joint efforts, we are strengthening the capacities of specialists working with and for children in conflict with the law by organizing regular training, improving legal procedures for children in the Transnistrian region, developing behavioral change programmes for children in detention, and streamlining the national data collection mechanism on children in conflict with the law or who are victims of crime.
Roundtable “Child-Friendly Justice: Challenges and Needs”, organised by the Ministry of Justice in partnership with UNICEF
UNICEF and the Ministry of Justice have signed a Cooperation Agreement for a child-friendly justice
UNICEF is also working with local public authorities, local NGOs, private sector, and media to scale up its interventions and reach as many children as possible, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Together with the private sector, we help vulnerable children
Through the Business Advisory Board platform, we achieve real results for children across the country. See here the key priorities of the platform and the results achieved between 2024 and 2025.
In partnership with Viorica Cosmetics, UNICEF promoted the Bebbo application, which is dedicated to supporting parents and caregivers in the process of raising children.
Viorica Cosmetics branded all 35 of their shops (20 shops in Chisinau and 15 within the whole country, including Gagauzia) with Bebbo information and made it available to all consumers in-store and online. The shop assistants distributed flyers with Bebbo information to all customers and encouraged them to download the application. The campaign yielded remarkable results, with over 1500 new users joining the Bebbo application in a month – a testament to the positive impact of our partnership. We commend Viorica Cosmetics for championing social values that align with the Sustainable Development Goals that aim to make the world a better place for everyone.
Association of Romania Investors in Moldova (AIR) and UNICEF partnered to foster the social integration of refugee children from Ukraine in the Republic of Moldova.
Together, we launched a special book edition entitled "Ukrainian-Romanian-English Conversation Guide," which is a valuable resource in the hands of every adolescent willing to connect.
Also, thanks to AIR donations, UNICEF provided sports equipment and bags to children from a school in Chisinau as part of the Moldovan Football Federation's "Football in School" initiative. This program provides a supportive environment through sports, helping children learn life skills and find a community that believes in their potential.
Proposing to develop and leverage innovative solutions and digital inclusion to shape a brighter future for children, particularly youth, UNICEF works closely with Orange Moldova to provide IT expertise across all UNICEF programmes, such as education, youth, and child protection. This is a strategic partnership with the private sector, aiming to build collaborative bridges for the well-being of every child from urban and rural areas.
UNICEF works closely with other international governments to maximize impact and reach more children and families.
By pooling resources and expertise, we can implement innovative programs and scale up interventions to address the complex and interconnected challenges facing children in Moldova.
UNICEF's collaborative endeavors with donors in Moldova underscore a commitment to creating a brighter future for the country's children. Together, we build a foundation for a more inclusive and prosperous future for the children of Moldova.
Major interventions for children in Moldova have been carried out with support from the Government of Italy, Croatia, France, Germany, Austria, Japan, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, Latvia, Belgium, and other countries.
Despite the progress, much work remains to ensure every child in Moldova can grow up healthy, educated, and protected. UNICEF remains committed to its partnership with the Moldovan government and other stakeholders, advocating for the rights and well-being of children and striving to build a better future for generations to come.
