mother smiling down at baby in arms

Moldova

Vladislava, a Jewish Ukrainian refugee mother, holds her baby in Chisinau, Moldova on May 15, 2022. The Moldovan Jewish community has mobilized through Agudath Israel Chisinau Central Synagogue, a HIAS partner, to help Jewish refugees fleeing from the war in Ukraine. (Adri Salido/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

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2022

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Since the war in Ukraine began, the Republic of Moldova has become a key refuge for Ukrainians fleeing the conflict. More than 1 million people have crossed into Moldova during this period, with an estimated 120,000 refugees currently residing in the country.

HIAS, alongside local partners, plays a vital role in Moldova’s refugee response, focusing on multiple areas of support. This includes direct assistance, community engagement, psychosocial services, and legal assistance for vulnerable groups, particularly women and girls, ensuring their safety and protection from violence.

Moreover, HIAS strengthens the refugee support system by building the capacities of partners, women-led organizations, and local authorities.

14,500

people received services in 2023

Our Work

At HIAS Moldova, we empower underserved and vulnerable refugees by promoting economic integration, community engagement, and protection, and addressing gender-based violence and mental health. We care deeply about their well-being and provide a compassionate approach to our work.

A HIAS staff member speaks with a woman and girl about HIAS' programs to address violence against women and girls. End Violence Against Women and Girls | HIAS

We help women and girls access their full potential and live free from violence by supporting survivors, mitigating risks, and engaging communities in change.

End Gender-Based Violence

Support Community Mental Health

HIAS’ community-based mental health programs promote the well-being of individuals, families, and communities affected by crisis and conflict so they can heal and rebuild their lives.

A HIAS staff member speaks with a woman and girl about HIAS' programs to address violence against women and girls. End Violence Against Women and Girls | HIAS

We help women and girls access their full potential and live free from violence by supporting survivors, mitigating risks, and engaging communities in change.

End Gender-Based Violence

Impact Story

Local, women-led organization Power of Women carries out an MHPSS and GBV workshop, Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine, July 13, 2024. (Pablo Amigo de Dani/HIAS)

Women in Moldova Lend Each Other a Helping Hand

In Eastern Europe, life can be challenging for women. Data from the World Health Organization shows that approximately 20% of women in the region have experienced some kind of physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. That is why HIAS Moldova and HIAS Ukraine are working with women-led organizations to support survivors of violence.

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