We work to protect the right of women, girls, and LGBTQ communities to access their full potential and live free from violence by supporting survivors, mitigating risks, and transforming beliefs that perpetuate GBV.
End Gender-Based Violence
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)
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.
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.
We work to protect the right of women, girls, and LGBTQ communities to access their full potential and live free from violence by supporting survivors, mitigating risks, and transforming beliefs that perpetuate GBV.
End Gender-Based Violence
Impact Story
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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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)
Resources and Publications
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GBV Service Mapping in Moldova
This guide provides a holistic view of the available services and assistance accessible to individuals affected by gender-based violence in Modova. This overview encompasses the rights safeguarded by pertinent legislation in the field, including intersectoral intervention mechanisms.
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Labor Market Assessment for Refugees in Moldova
The overall scope of this study is to carry out a Labor Market Assessment for refugees located in the Republic of Moldova, to provide evidence-based information for quality program design. The study was conducted at the request of HIAS Moldova.
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VOICE-HIAS Moldova GBV Report
This report examines the GBV-related safety and protection situation of refugee women and vulnerable host community women, including elderly women, adolescent girls, disabled women, Roma women, and LGBTQ people in Moldova.
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As part of a partnership with HIAS, VOICE conducted a four-week rapid assessment of Ukraine and five bordering countries to assess the needs of women and girls affected by the war and the needs of WROs and groups responding to the emergency.
6 Country Regional Assessment
Partners
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