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16-18 year old girls from Moldova will create mobile apps and AI projects to present in Silicon Valley

14/02/2025de victoria

The first and only female entrepreneurship hub in Moldova, GLIA Impact Hub, relaunches the global Technovation Girls program in the Republic of Moldova, offering 500 young women aged 16-18 the chance to develop their technological and entrepreneurial skills, but also to compete for an unforgettable experience: participation in the World Technovation Summit in San Francisco, in the heart of Silicon Valley.

Technovation Girls offers girls unique opportunities to develop innovative solutions to real problems, through programming, artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship courses. Between February and May 2025, the project will include workshops, mentoring sessions, a national pitch contest and at the end of the project the opportunity to participate in the San Francisco Summit.

24 Technovation Girls Regional Pitch Event, România

If you are passionate about STEM – Science, Technology, Mathematics, Engineering, you are between 16 and 18 years old and want to change the world by broadening your horizon of knowledge in IT and AI, we invite you to register by filling out the form, HERE.

Participation is free!

Through this program, the selected participants will benefit from:

Mentoring sessions: Guided by experts in technology and entrepreneurship, girls will receive one-on-one support to develop innovative apps and solutions that address challenges in their communities. Mentoring provides not only technical knowledge but also inspiration, confidence, and direction for their future careers.
Life-changing awards: Program finalists will have the opportunity to showcase their projects internationally, and top teams will travel to the World Summit in San Francisco, where they can interact directly with technology leaders and silicon investors

2023 Technovation Girls Semifinalist Teams, Venezuela

The statistics of the international project Technovation confirm its impact: 85% of female graduates become leaders in their communities, and over 70% improve their skills in programming, entrepreneurship and problem solving. Still wondering if it’s worth attending?

With the support of dedicated mentors, Technovation Girls Moldova promises to inspire a new generation of innovators, contributing to gender equality and the sustainable development of the country.

GLIA Impact Hub, which has hosted over 150 events so far to support women entrepreneurs in the country, encourages you to participate in Technovation and change the world with us!

Join the Network of Euro Clubs and EU Information Centres – Be part of the largest community of young promoters of the European Union in Moldova

10/02/2025de victoria

Are you young, eager to learn, get involved and build the future of your country? Do you want to promote the values of the European Union and learn how to actively contribute to Moldova’s European integration? Now is the time to become a member of the Euro Clubs and join the EU Information Centres!

The Euro Clubs and Information Centres of the European Union (CIUE) are an extensive network of multipliers of information on the contribution of the European Union to the development of the Republic of Moldova, the improvement of the quality of life of citizens, the tangible results of the continuous support offered by the EU and the opportunities that can be accessed by the members of the communities where they operate. Euro Clubs and Information Centres of the European Union contribute to the collection and dissemination of knowledge on European themes: policies, institutions, community programmes, neighbourhood relations, etc.

What do you get as a member of the network?

1. Participation in EU Accelerator 2.0 – an innovative youth programme that will help you develop your leadership skills and promote European integration:

Trainings on topics such as effective communication, leadership, civic engagement and promotion of EU values;
Public debates on the economic benefits of EU membership, the involvement of young people in European decision-making, and EU policies;
Local communication campaigns initiated by young people, to inform communities and collect feedback through surveys on perceptions of the EU;
EU Communicators’ School: an advanced media training programme for the most active participants, which includes content creation (articles, videos, online campaigns) and social media strategies.

2. Engaging in interactive activities and networking experiences for members

EU Model: A practical experience simulating the decision-making processes of the European Union, implemented in partnership with the EU4Youth programme and the Young European Ambassadors.
Youth Caravan 2025: A mobile initiative that brings EU-related activities and information directly to young people in Moldova’s regions, in collaboration with CNTM.
Moldova Youth Forum 2025: The Moldova Youth Forum 2025 is a reference platform for young leaders from across the country, promoting dialogue, innovation and active participation in the country’s decision-making processes. The event will include panel discussions, interactive workshops and networking opportunities, all designed to empower young people and amplify their voice in decision-making.

3. Access to opportunities and belonging to an active community of young people

Young European Ambassadors: An apolitical, voluntary and vibrant communication network that connects and builds bridges of friendship between young people from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, the Republic of Moldova, Ukraine and the EU Member States and the United Kingdom.
A Cup of Europe: Inspirational events organised at the Europe Café, with diplomats, opinion leaders and influencers who will discuss EU-related topics, encouraging direct interaction between young people and experts.
Access to information about scholarships, trainings, study visits to Europe and other opportunities for personal and professional development.

Application deadline: February 15, 2025.

How can you apply?

Find the EU Information Centre or Euro Club you are interested in. They are hosted by libraries, high schools, and universities across the country. Check the interactive map to find the nearest location;
Create a motivational video in which you tell us why you want to join and how you can contribute to the promotion of European values;
Fill out the application form, selecting the center or club you want to join.

Why sign up?

By joining the EU Information Centres and Euro Clubs network, you have access to an active community of like-minded young people, educational, social and cultural activities that develop skills such as leadership, communication and critical thinking. Through your involvement, you can contribute to promoting European unity and spreading information about European Union policies and projects in Moldova, having a positive impact on your community.

Today, in the Republic of Moldova there are 15 EU Information Centers and 17 Euro Clubs, which are meant to spread information about the assistance of the European Union and the contribution of its member states to the well-being of the citizens of the Republic of Moldova, to get involved in information and awareness-raising activities.

Municipal theatre and song competition in memory of actor Mihai Volontir, dedicated to students of music and arts schools in Chisinau

10/02/2025de victoria

Students of music and arts schools in Chisinau municipality are invited to participate in the Municipal Theater and Song Contest “Actor-Traveling Soul”, organized in memory of actor Mihai Volontir. The competition is aimed at young people aged between seven and 17 years old and will take place on February 28, 2025, at the “Valeriu Poleakov” School of Arts in Chisinau.

Participants will compete in three age categories:

7-10 years
11-13 years old
14-17 years old

The competition includes three sections:

Dramatic art (declamators and theater group)
Singing
Light music

In the declamators section, students will interpret literary works according to age:

7-10 years old: poetry, fable or a fragment of prose (up to 5 minutes)
11-13 years old: poetry, fable or a fragment of prose (up to 5 minutes)
14-17 years old: poetry, excerpt from prose or monologue (up to 7 minutes)

For theater groups, participants will present an excerpt from a play or a dramatization (up to 15 minutes), with texts belonging to writers from the Romanian space.

In the Light Music section, each contestant will perform two musical works from the national repertoire, one of which is a cappella. The participants will provide the organizers with the orchestral negative on digital support.

The competition is open exclusively to students of music and arts schools in Chisinau. Each institution can register a maximum of three candidates in each age category and a maximum of three theater groups.

To register, students must fill in a participation form, attaching:

Copy of birth certificate
Personal data processing agreement

Documents must be sent to concursmunicipalmihaivolontir@gmail.com email address by February 20, 2025.

Stages of the competition

20 February: Application deadline
February 28, 10:00 a.m.: The contest itself
March 6, 15:00: Laureates’ Gala

All participants will receive participation diplomas, and the teachers of the laureate students will be mentioned with performance diplomas. The Grand Prize, the I, II, III prizes and mentions for each age category will be awarded. The cash prizes will be offered either in cash or by bank transfer to the legal representatives of the winners.

The contest is an opportunity for young people passionate about theater and music to demonstrate their talent and pay tribute to one of the most important figures of cinema and theater in the Republic of Moldova, Mihai Volontir.

Webinar on engaging young people in data reuse, organized by CNTM and The Data Tank

10/02/202510/02/2025de victoria

The National Youth Council of Moldova (CNTM), in collaboration with The Data Tank and international partners, is organizing an interactive webinar dedicated to methodologies for engaging young people in data reuse. The event will take place on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. (Chisinau) and will be held in English.

The webinar is addressed to youth organizations, government institutions and international partners interested in integrating young people into data governance processes. The event is based on the conclusions of the international project NextGenData, an applied research project carried out in several countries and coordinated by The Data Tank, in partnership with Dasra (India), SOS Children’s Villages (Kyrgyzstan), Tanzania Data Lab and the National Youth Council of Moldova.

What topics will be addressed?

Participants will have the opportunity to discover:

Effective strategies for integrating data reuse into youth projects;
Practical examples and recommendations based on the experience of international partners;
Innovative methodology for engaging young people in the development of responsible frameworks for data reuse;
The impact of cultural and contextual factors on the implementation of the methodology in different countries;
Challenges and opportunities in the process of involving young people in data reuse;
A practical toolkit for engaging young people in responsible data reuse, aimed at professionals and organisations who want to adapt the methodology to their own context.

Who can participate?

The webinar is aimed at practitioners, civil society organisations and policymakers looking for concrete ways to ensure the active participation of young people in the data governance process.

How can you register?

Participation is free, and those interested can register by accessing the link: https://shorturl.at/34pqF.

For further information, the organizers can be contacted at 079841214 or by e-mail at romeo.leapciuc@cntm.md.

More details about the NextGenData project can be found on The Data Tank blog:

https://medium.com/@TheDataTank/decision-makers-should-listen-to-us-how-young-people-are-shaping-data-reuse-for-services-that-66fdfdc1c162.

Participants can also learn directly from young people about their experience in the project by watching this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDKe0AMjDEg.

10/02/2025de victoria

The Moldovan-Swiss project MENSANA – “Support for the reform of mental health services in Moldova” announces the launch of the second edition of the grant competition “My Community Promotes Mental Health”. The initiative aims to support local projects that promote mental health and strengthen collaboration between communities and mental health services in the Republic of Moldova.

Launched in 2014, the MENSANA project facilitates the implementation of mental health services reform in the Republic of Moldova, providing affected people with access to adequate services and recovery support. Currently, the project has reached the third phase of implementation, with the objective of developing an accessible, sustainable and responsive mental health system to the needs of the population.

At this stage, MENSANA aims for two main results:

Autonomous development of mental health services – strengthening the existing network to operate without direct project support.
Raising awareness among the population – promoting mental health, reducing stigma and supporting the inclusion of people with mental health problems.

What does the grant competition offer?

In the competition, two local projects will be selected to receive a grant of 10,000 Swiss francs (CHF). In addition to financial support, the winning organisations will benefit from:

Methodological assistance and guidance in the implementation of activities;
Support for communication and visibility;
Support from community mental health services and MENSANA experts.

Who can participate?

The following types of institutions and organisations are eligible:

Local public authorities (town halls, district councils);
Public institutions (social assistance, education, educational institutions);
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs);
Professional associations and trade organizations with non-profit projects.

Partnerships between several institutions are encouraged, for better collaboration and impact at community level.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible, proposed projects must include activities that:

Improve collaboration between communities and mental health services at the district or municipal level;
It raises awareness among the population through psychoeducation workshops, community events, mental health assessment sessions in localities;
Respects the principles of human rights, gender equality and social inclusion;
Combat discrimination, hate speech and disinformation;
Support people with mental health problems or other vulnerable groups.

Projects aimed at infrastructure, study visits abroad, scholarships or charitable actions are not eligible for funding.

How do we apply for the competition?

The competition takes place in two stages:

January 30 – February 28, 2025: Interested organizations must send a project concept (maximum two pages) and an estimated budget to constanta.popa@trimbos.md. The document must answer the question: “How will the proposed project promote mental health in the community?”
March 10 – 20, 2025: Projects selected in the preliminary phase will be invited to submit a complete application.

What should the final file contain?

Detailed description of the project, according to a model provided by the organizers;
Information about the applicant organisation and its previous experience (if any);
Copies of statutory documents (certificate of registration, statute, etc.).

The files will be accepted by April 18, 2025, and the final results will be announced at the end of April 2025. The winning projects will be implemented between May and October 2025.

How are the files evaluated?

The coherence and clarity of the project proposal;
The relevance of the activities to the objectives of the competition;
Estimated impact on the community;
Cost-effectiveness of the project.

Organisations that will not be selected will not receive detailed explanations of the reasons for the rejection of the application.

Project funding

The grants will be offered through a contract concluded between IP Trimbos Moldova and the winning organizations, in national currency, according to the exchange rate set by the National Bank of Moldova on the day of signing the contract.

The MENSANA project is supported by the Government of Switzerland and implemented by the Institute of Mental Health and Addictions Trimbos (Netherlands), through IP Trimbos Moldova, in partnership with Luzerner Psychiatry (Switzerland) and the Romanian League for Mental Health (Romania).

For more information, those interested can contact the MENSANA team at constanta.popa@trimbos.md.

Funding opportunities for young people: Information sessions on grant programs at the Chisinau Municipal Youth Center

10/02/2025de victoria

The Chisinau Municipal Youth Center invites youth organizations and initiative groups to information sessions on the grant programs available in 2025. The event will take place on 8 February and will provide participants with essential details about the eligibility criteria, the application process and how to obtain funding for youth projects.

Schedule of information sessions:

12:00 – Youth organizations (registration form)
15:00 – Initiative groups (registration form)

Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive direct guidance from specialists in the field. Through this initiative, the Chisinau Municipal Youth Center aims to support the development of projects dedicated to young people, facilitating their access to financial resources for the implementation of innovative ideas.

Available grant programs

Starting in February, youth organisations, initiative groups and student councils can apply for funding through the following programmes:

1. Municipal Grants Program for Youth Organizations

Priorities: Volunteering, inclusion of young people with reduced opportunities, promoting a healthy lifestyle, personal development and mentoring.
Total budget: 2.5 million lei.
Maximum funding per project: 250,000 lei.
Deadline: February 22, 2025.
Regulation and annexes: Available here.
Submission of the file: programgranturi@gmail.com.

2. Municipal Grant Program for Initiative Groups

Priorities: Volunteering, inclusion of young people with reduced opportunities, promotion of a healthy lifestyle, personal development.
Total budget: 300,000 lei.
Maximum funding per project: 20,000 lei.
Applications can be submitted throughout the year, within the available budget.
Regulation and annexes: Available here.
Submission of the file: programgranturi@gmail.com.

3. Municipal Student Council Grant Program

Priorities: Development of students’ self-governance, democratic participation, promotion of a healthy lifestyle, personal development.
Total budget: 1 million lei.
Maximum funding per project: 10,000 lei.
Deadline: February 28, 2025.
Regulation and annexes: Available here.
Submission of the file: programgranturi@gmail.com.

For more details, those interested can contact the organizers at 022 923 558 or by email at programgranturi@gmail.com.

Location of the event: Chisinau Municipal Youth Center, 90 Mitropolit Varlaam Street.

These information sessions are a valuable opportunity for young people to better understand funding mechanisms and turn their ideas into concrete projects with impact in the community.

FREE IT course for young refugees and people from vulnerable communities (15-35 years old)!

10/02/2025de victoria

The Municipal Center for Adult Learning and Education in collaboration with the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) announces the enrollment in IT courses focused on the Microsoft Office suite – Word, Excel, Power Point to improve the required digital skills and access the desired job, studies or hobby development.

The opportunity is open to young refugees with legal residence status in Moldova and members of the vulnerable host community aged 15-53 years.

The course can be taken through the following modalities of attendance

physical format at CMIEA or at Step IT Academy branch
Hybrid
Online

The course focuses on the acquisition of Microsoft Office components, lasts 7 weeks, starting in February 2025, and at the end, in addition to the graduation certificate, students can go through (at their choice) the Microsoft test and obtain a certificate that accredits the skills of using Microsoft Office tools, recognized anywhere in the world and which becomes a significant advantage on the CV.

The eligibility conditions for enlistment are as follows:

Young people from Ukraine who arrived in Moldova after February 24, 2022 and hold a status of legal residence in Moldova
Young people from local families facing financial difficulties or an income below the national average
Single-parent families: households headed by single parents who have difficulty meeting the educational needs of their children
Large families: families with several children who face challenges in meeting the educational needs of each child
Victims of abuse or exploitation: young people who have suffered abuse, exploitation or neglect and need additional support for reintegration into the education system
Members of ethnic minorities or marginalised groups
Young people who take care of minor children or elderly people

Note: It is necessary to present the supporting documents attesting the inclusion in a vulnerable category at the time of signing the contract, in case of their absence or the impossibility of presenting any confirmatory document, a declaration on one’s own responsibility regarding its absence can be signed.

Among the documents proving the degree of vulnerability, the following are accepted:

Unemployment certificate, issued by ANOFM
Certificate about the value of the monthly income, issued by the employer
- Certificate of family composition, for large and single-parent families
- Decision or medical certificate for people with disabilities
- Affidavit if no document can be presented, but the person has a certain degree of vulnerability
For registration, please fill out the form, HERE

The project is funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS).

Opportunity for law students: Internship at the Anticorruption Prosecutor’s Office, organized by ELSA Republic of Moldova

10/02/2025de victoria

ELSA Republic of Moldova announces the launch of a new internship for students from law faculties, in collaboration with the Anticorruption Prosecutor’s Office. This programme offers young people a valuable opportunity to familiarise themselves with the work of a key institution in the fight against corruption.

The Anticorruption Prosecutor’s Office is a specialized subdivision of the Prosecutor’s Office of the Republic of Moldova, responsible for investigating corruption and related crimes, as well as representing cases in the courts.

The internship is intended for students from law faculties, who are in the following years of study:

II, III or IV year of bachelor’s degree
Master’s students

Program details

Period: February 24 – March 7, 2025
Application deadline: February 9, 2025

Interested students are invited to fill out the registration form available here. The selected people will be notified by email.

This internship represents an important opportunity for young lawyers to gain direct experience in the field of anti-corruption and to better understand the judicial mechanisms involved in investigating and solving cases.

ELSA Republic of Moldova (European Law Students’ Association) is an international, independent, apolitical and non-profit organization, led by and for law students and young lawyers. ELSA aims to contribute to the professional development of future lawyers through educational programs, international exchanges, internships and networking opportunities at national and international level.

Globally, ELSA is present in over 40 European countries, with thousands of active members. The branch in the Republic of Moldova annually organizes various projects, including mock trial competitions, conferences, trainings and internships in prestigious legal institutions.

Public consultations to support student organisations: directions for action and future initiatives

09/02/2025de victoria

On February 4, at the Chisinau Municipal Youth Center, public consultations on the Support Program for Student Self-Governance Organizations took place. The event brought together representatives of student organizations, providing them with a space for dialogue to contribute to the development of a more effective support framework.

During the consultations, several essential directions of action were outlined for strengthening the capacities of student organizations:

Methodological assistance for the effective development and management of student projects so that organizations can implement impactful initiatives.
Non-formal learning workshops focused on developing leadership and organizational management skills. These will include modules such as:
- Communication and team management
- Fundraising and project writing
- Lobbying and advocacy techniques, conflict mediation
Organizing a Hackathon dedicated to the development and implementation of student self-government initiatives, giving young people the opportunity to turn ideas into concrete solutions.

These initiatives aim to strengthen students’ involvement in decision-making processes and provide them with the necessary tools to develop their academic communities.

This year’s public consultations are a continuation of the efforts started in the previous year, when proposals and recommendations were collected from student organizations and youth structures. The next steps are aimed at implementing the ideas discussed and developing new opportunities for students.

For more information about the program and upcoming activities, young people are encouraged to follow the official announcements of the Chisinau Municipal Youth Center.

Youth Chess Championship: The opportunity to put your strategic thinking to the test! You can win cash prizes and it is intended for young people aged 14 – 25 years old

09/02/2025de victoria

Young people from Chisinau who are passionate about strategy, logic and planning are invited to participate in the Chess Championship organized by the Chisinau Municipal Youth Center. The competition is intended for amateurs and will take place for two age categories:

14 – 17 years old
18 – 25 years old

The event aims to promote the development of strategic thinking and concentration, providing participants with a platform where they can test their skills and improve their playing technique.

The top three players in each age category will be rewarded with cash prizes:

First place – 700 lei
Second place – 500 lei
Third place – 300 lei

These awards are meant to encourage the performance and dedication of young people who want to develop

their analysis and strategy skills through a game that has always been considered an art of thinking.

Participation in the Chess Championship is free, and young people between the ages of 14 and 25 can register by filling out the form available online, HERE.

The Chisinau Municipal Youth Center aims, by organizing this championship, to support the personal development of young people and to offer them educational and competitive activities that contribute to the formation of valuable skills for the future.