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America House Chisinau is organizing the workshop “Basics of financial education: managing income and loans”, an interactive program for young people interested in learning how to responsibly manage their personal finances. The event, structured in two sessions, will take place on February 22 and March 1, starting at 11:00 am, at the America House Chisinau office.

The program aims to provide participants with the necessary knowledge to manage their income and expenses properly, to understand concepts such as saving, investing and borrowing, and to discover the benefits of a legalized business. The workshop is aimed at young people aged 16 to 30 and is free of charge. Those interested can register by filling in the registration form available here.

Workshop structure and topics

First session – February 22: Fundamentals of financial education

This first session will introduce participants to the essential concepts of financial education and highlight the importance of financial planning in everyday life. Topics discussed include:

•  Sources of income and managing expenses for a healthy financial balance
• Effective saving and budget planning techniques
•  Strategies for avoiding debt and managing borrowing responsibly
• Ways to protect savings and financial security in today’s context
•  Case study on taking out a loan: costs, risks and selection criteria

In the practical session, participants will develop a personal budget, analyze unhealthy financial habits and discuss solutions to improve money management.

Second session – March 1: Entrepreneurship, taxation and financial responsibility

The second session will focus on the legal and tax aspects of managing finances, providing participants with information on how to start a legalized business and what tax obligations taxpayers have. Topics covered will include:

•  The differences between employee and entrepreneur: advantages and challenges
•  Legal forms of organizing a business and criteria for choosing the right one
•  The tax responsibilities of an entrepreneur and how to comply with the regulations in force
•  Using Tax Service platforms to manage financial obligations
•  Simulating the choice of a legal form for a small business

In the practical part, participants will carry out a business planning exercise, choosing the appropriate legal form and analyzing the tax implications. They will also create a personalized financial action plan, setting short, medium and long-term objectives. At the end of the session, an interactive quiz will consolidate the acquired knowledge in a dynamic way.

How to register?

To participate in this workshop, interested young people should fill in the registration form available at this link.

Lena Chilari returns to Chisinau for two evenings of poetic dialogues, organized by Cărturești Chisinau at the bookshop of the National Museum of History. The events will take place on February 21 and 22 and will feature discussions on poetry, the creative process and publishing, with some of the most acclaimed authors of the moment.

Two evenings of poetry and literary debates

The first evening on February 21, starting at 18:00, will feature writers Dumitru Crudu, Natalia Pîntea and Nadejda Ivanov. The discussions will explore not only the stylistic aspects and themes of poetry, but also the impact that literature has on its audience.

The second evening, on February 22, from 17:00, the poetic dialogue will continue with Maria Pilchin and Ivan Pilchin, addressing topics related to the stage, spoken word and contemporary literary influences. Both events will conclude with poetry readings by invited guests.

Literary scene’s leading guests

•  Lena Chilari, poet, spoken word performer and organizer of literary events, is nominated for the title of “Young Poet of Romania 2024”. She debuted in 2020 with the volume a cup of noviciok in old age, and in 2024 she published Ludmila overturns the mountains with Max Blecher Publishing House.
•  Dumitru Crudu, one of the founders of Fracturism, is a prominent name in Romanian literature, with numerous awards for prose and drama, including the Prize for Prose of the Writers’ Union of the Republic of Moldova for the volume Ora cinci și șapte minute.
•  Natalia Pîntea, a poet and journalist, has published in prestigious magazines and was awarded the Prize of Excellence at the International Poetry Festival “Râmnicul este metaforă” in Romania.
•  Nadejda Ivanov, researcher and editor-in-chief of the journal Language, Literature, Folklore, is the author of several monographs and critical studies, and has been awarded a prize by the Writers’ Union of Moldova.
•  Maria Pilchin, literary critic, poet and essayist, has been awarded the Order of Cultural Merit in the rank of Knight of Romania and has won several important literary prizes in Romania and the Republic of Moldova.
• Ivan Pilchin, poet, translator and vice-president of the Writers’ Union of Moldova, is the author of the books “The Aquarium Man” and “You, Iohanan“, and is also active in the field of literary translation.

The events are a unique opportunity for literature lovers to engage directly with writers and discover new trends in contemporary poetry.

On February 20, 2025, at the Glia Impact HUB in Chisinau, the official launch of the “Impact Space” initiative, a project dedicated to supporting social enterprises across the country, will take place. The event will bring together public and private sector representatives, social entrepreneurs and non-governmental organizations, aiming to create a sustainable ecosystem for social impact businesses.

What is Impact Space?

“Impact Space aims to provide social entrepreneurs with the tools, resources and networks they need to grow and actively contribute to social and economic inclusion. The initiative covers all regions of the country, including the autonomous unit of Gagauzia and the Transnistrian region, thus strengthening a favorable environment for businesses that promote community good.

Event agenda

Attendees will have the opportunity to discover more about the project’s objectives and benefits, interact with experts in the field and hear the stories of social entrepreneurs who have succeeded in creating successful businesses with a positive impact on the community.

• 09:30 – 10:00 | Registration of participants and exhibition with sale
• 10:00 – 10:30 | Opening of the event, with speeches from representatives of the East Europe Foundation, the Embassy of Sweden and the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization
• 10:30 – 11:00 | Presentation of the project, by representatives from East Europe Foundation, EcoVisio, European Business Association and Alliance of Disabled People’s Organizations
• 11:00 – 11:30 | Testimonies from social entrepreneurs, such as Tatiana Puga (Credem Eco) and Maria Pasat (Vibe Academy)
• 11:30 – 11:45 | Q&A session
• 11:45 – 13:00 | Lunch and socializing

How can you participate?

Access to the event is only possible by pre-registration. Those interested can register by filling in the form available here: Registration form.

Who organizes the event?

The initiative is implemented by the East Europe Foundation, in collaboration with EcoVisio, the European Business Association and the Alliance of Disabled People’s Organizations, with the financial support of the Swedish Government.

For more details about the agenda of the event, go to: Event Agenda.

The National Youth Platform for Active Participation continues this year’s political education initiative and announces the launch of the Political Education Club – Second Edition, 2025, a project dedicated to those who want to better understand how politics works, what are the decision-making mechanisms and what impact they have on society.

After three years of organizing trainings on political education, we have decided to expand this project and create a more systematic platform to provide young people with essential information about politics in an accessible and interactive way. The Political Education Club comes to those who want to be better equipped to understand democratic processes, elections, ideologies and strategies behind political decisions.

Why join the Political Education Club?

This program offers unique opportunities for learning, dialogue and direct interaction with political and communications professionals. Young participants will experience:

• Fundamental trainings on politics – What is politics? How does it work? What are political regimes and systems? These questions will receive clear and well-structured answers.
• Analysis of political ideologies – From liberalism to conservatism, socialism or environmentalism, we will explore and compare the main ideological currents in order to understand their influence on political decisions.
• Political compass – An interactive method through which participants can discover their own political orientations, analyzing their values and beliefs in relation to different doctrines.
• Election campaign strategies – What tools do politicians use to convince their electorate? We will explore communication techniques, political speeches, information manipulation and the importance of political PR.
• Meet the experts – We will invite political communication specialists, PR specialists, analysts and political scientists to share their experience and discuss the realities behind the scenes.

Who can participate?

The Political Education Club is aimed at young people who want to develop their critical thinking, better understand the workings of politics and become active and informed citizens. No previous experience in politics is necessary – the program is structured in such a way that it is accessible to all those interested.

How can you sign up?

If you are curious to learn more about how politics works and to improve your civic culture, we invite you to join this educational project. Fill in the application form HERE

Why is political education important?

In a democratic society, access to information and an understanding of political mechanisms are essential for making informed decisions. Through this program, the Youth Platform aims to contribute to the formation of a generation of well-educated young people capable of critically analyzing political realities and actively engaging in their community.

Be part of the change and join the 2025 Political Education Club!

Stand-up is a great way to express your feelings and emotions on stage in front of an audience, but of course it’s also an opportunity to discover yourself from a different perspective.

On February 11, I participated in the Stand-up Club held at the Municipal Youth Center, coordinated by comedian Vlad Sliusarenco. The aim of this session was to open new horizons for young people into the world of humor and the art of stand-up.

The session was very informative and helped young people to develop their humoristic skills and learn how to manage their emotions on stage or in front of a large audience.

“You can develop your own style if you watch more stand-up, read or come to the Stand-up Club,” one participant told us.

Another participant added: “It all depends on a person’s motivation, effort and willingness to make jokes.”

For young people, this session was amazing, helping them to overcome their emotions on stage and giving them a new perspective on the world of humor.

Young stand up enthusiasts are invited every Tuesday, starting at 16:00, at the Chisinau Municipal Youth Center, to participate in the Stand Up Club, coordinated by Vlad Sliusarenco!