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The report “Using behavioral insights to promote help-seeking behaviors among adolescents in Moldova”
This document, developed by UNICEF in collaboration with the Association of Independent Press (API) and the organization La Strada, provides detailed evidence on the behavioral barriers adolescent girls, including refugees, face in digital contexts. It highlights the challenges related to recognizing online violen...
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Media coverage of gender-based violence and violence against children
This guide is intended for journalists and media specialists who want to improve the quality of coverage of sensitive social issues such as gender-based violence and violence against children. It outlines recommendations for dealing ethically and responsibly with these issues, as well as ways to prevent harm to vi...
Blog post
Combating Online Violence and Promoting Help-Seeking Behaviors Among Girls and Women in Moldova
Ladies and Gentlemen, esteemed colleagues, partners, and honored guests, As we reflect on these 16 Days of Activism, we confront the stark reality that gender-based violence, including online violence, remains one of the most pressing and persistent challenges of our time. The numbers speak volumes, but the silenc...
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MOLDOVA: FORUM TO UNDERSTAND AND ADDRESS THE INTERSECTIONS BETWEEN VIOLENCE AGAINST CHILDREN (VAC) AND VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN (VAW)
Violence Against Children (VAC) and Violence Against Women (VAW) are pervasive issues affecting millions globally. According to UNICEF global data, the lives of approximately one billion children worldwide are impacted annually by these issues. In Moldova, two in five children have been subjected to violence. The ...
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Launch of Social Service Workforce Training Program
Good morning, dear colleagues, partners, and participants, It is both an honor and a privilege to stand here today as we launch this transformative training program, “Building Communication and Community Engagement Competencies of the Social Service Workforce in Europe and Central Asia.” This program is more than ...
Press release
A forum dedicated to understanding and combating violence against children and women was held in Chisinau
Chisinau, June 21, 2024. The National Agency for Preventing and Combating Violence against Women and Domestic Violence, in partnership with UNICEF and the National Coalition "Life without Violence", with the financial support of the European Union ( EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid - ECHO), organized the...
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Ending Violence Against Girls, Boys, and Women
Ladies and gentlemen, Dear partners, Good morning! Today, we gather to address two of the most pressing human rights issues of our time: Violence Against Children and Violence Against Women. While each of these issues is a grave concern, it is crucial to recognize and understand the significant intersections b...
Statement
UNITED NATIONS COMMITMENT TO ENDING GENDER BASED VIOLENCE
The United Nations in the Republic of Moldova is deeply saddened by the death of Ana-Maria and stands in support of every girl and woman who is a victim of gender-based-violence. Globally, gender-based violence is one of the most pervasive human rights violations and the case of Ana-Maria underlines once more the ...
Photo essay
Combating Gender-Based Violence through Art
8 days of dance lab, 16 hours of work, 16 dancers for 16 days of activism against gender-based violence. Ukrainian artist Violetta Matyushenko led a movement workshop with young people from the National College of Choreography, Fantezia Dance Theatre and Boom Dance Theatre in Bender. image UNICEF Moldova image UNI...
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"The reason is not the disability, but the person's lack of education and empathy"
240 million of children worldwide live with some form of disability. Many of them face prejudice and marginalization, and their problems often go unrecognized and unnoticed by others. Children and adolescents with special needs are up to four times more likely to suffer physical and sexual violence. Children and t...
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The media approach to gender-based violence and violence against children
This Guide was created by the Association of Independent Press (API) within the EVA Project "Promoting Gender Equality in Cahul and Ungheni Districts," funded by the European Union and implemented by UN Women in partnership with UNICEF. The opinions and views expressed here are those of the authors and do not nece...
Press release
Mothers and children in vulnerable situations now have access to a new social service - Maternal placement center in Chisinau
Chisinau, 13 July 2023: Mothers and children from Moldova, including refugee families, which are victims or facing risks of violence and exploitation, and those in difficult situations, now have a new safe space to access protection, counselling, medical assistance, and social inclusion services. More specifically...