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)

Office Location

Chișinău

Founded

2022

Staff Size

8

HIAS Moldova provides support and assistance to underserved refugees, those in rural areas, and intersectional vulnerable refugees. We aim to promote economic integration, community engagement, and protection, address gender-based violence, and improve mental health services. Our ultimate goal is to empower refugees to achieve a self-reliant and stable life. We believe in working together with the refugees, host communities, and local actors to create inclusive and welcoming environments.

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.

Our economic inclusion programs ensure that refugees have economic opportunities to earn sustainable income and start their lives anew.

Promote Economic Inclusion

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

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.

Our economic inclusion programs ensure that refugees have economic opportunities to earn sustainable income and start their lives anew.

Promote Economic Inclusion

Resources

Jan 19, 2024

Labor Market Assessment for Refugees and Asylum Seekers in the Republic of Moldova

Jan 19, 2024

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.

Sep 13, 2023

VOICE-HIAS Moldova GBV Report 

Sep 13, 2023

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.

Feb 14, 2024

GBV Service Mapping in the Republic of Moldova

Feb 14, 2024

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.

HIAS’ services are free. If someone tries to charge you for services claiming they represent HIAS, please report it at our confidential email address: ethics@hias.org. HIAS has a zero-tolerance policy on fraud and corruption. 

For any other inquiries please email us at info@hias.org.

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