The Republic of Moldova will strengthen its resilience to climate change through improved management of forests and pastures, as well as by empowering rural women engaged in agriculture, who play a key role in the sustainable use and conservation of natural resources. These efforts will be supported by the project “Advancing Climate Resilience and Women’s Empowerment in Moldova”, launched on 9 July 2025 during a policy dialogue. The project will be implemented by UNDP and UN Women between 2025 and 2029, with financial support from Canada and a total budget of approximately US$4.5 million.

In 2025, UN Women celebrates its 15th anniversary. Dominika Stojanoska, UN Women Moldova Country Representative, reflects on the progress made and the work that lays ahead.

Major Ludmila Saulova, a Moldovan peacekeeper, served with the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA). She recently spoke to UN Women about her experiences from the field, and the importance of women peacekeepers.

This International Day of Women in Diplomacy, we share the reflections of H.E. Katarina Fried, Sweden's Ambassador to Moldova between 2022 and 2025. As a strategic partner to UN Women, Sweden plays an instrumental role in advancing gender equality and women’s rights in Moldova. A true gender equality advocate, H.E. Fried has been a key advocate and driving force behind these efforts. As H.E. Fried is leaving Moldova in June 2025, we dedicate this day to her.

Before most children can even read, they have already been told that boys are strong, and girls are weak. Whether you are a boy living in Belgium or a girl in Ghana, stereotypes about gender, and what it means to be a boy or a girl, are prevalent around the world.

In a time when global peace is increasingly challenged, the contribution of women peacekeepers is often overlooked. To spotlight their dedication and courage, on May 29, UN Women Moldova together with the Ministry of Defense marked the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers by celebrating the remarkable stories of uniformed women peacekeepers - those who serve not only their country, but the cause of international peace and security.

#TogetherWeGrow is a UN Women Moldova campaign to promote child-friendly care services for 0–3-year-olds. Run in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, it is supported by the European Union, Sweden, and the Swiss Cooperation Office.

Women and girls with disabilities in the Republic of Moldova continue to face multiple forms of discrimination and violence, with limited access to necessary support services. These conclusions are highlighted in the study "Women with disabilities in Moldova: victims invisible to the law and society ” , carried out by the Association of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities of Moldova – “Abilities Europeans Without Limits”.

New data on women’s representation in politics show how men are overrepresented in decision-making worldwide, revealing limited progress in achieving gender equality in political leadership. The data is reflected in the 2025 edition of the “Women in politics” map, created by UN Women and the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), and presents the latest rankings of women in executive positions and national parliaments as of 1 January 2025. Compared to global trends, the Republic of Moldova demonstrates significant progress toward gender equality in decision-making.

The European Independent Living Day reminds us of the importance of persons with disabilities’ social integration. Millions of persons with disabilities around the world, including in the Republic of Moldova, continue to face physical, social, and attitudinal barriers that limit their access to education, employment, healthcare, and independent living.

De 26 de ani, în ultima zi de miercuri a lunii aprilie, în întreaga lume este marcată inițiativa globală de sensibilizare asupra fenomenului violenței sexuale „Denim Day” („Ziua Blugilor”). În această zi, persoanele poartă blugi în susținerea victimelor și supraviețuitoarelor agresiunilor sexuale, dar și pentru a combate stereotipurile eronate care perpetuează cultura tăcerii și blamării victimelor.

The 69th Session on the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) was a milestone moment for women’s rights, and successfully concluded on Friday, March 21st in New York. The UN’s largest annual gathering on gender equality and women’s empowerment brought together over 120 national ministerial delegations and 5,845 civil society representatives to review progress on implementing the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (BPFA) and assess the current challenges to achieving gender equality and the empowerment of women.

#ForAllWomenandGirls is a rallying call for action on the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Ariana Tenu, a 21-year-old engineering student from the Republic of Moldova shares her journey in breaking gender barriers in STEM.

The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action 30 years ago paved the way for a more inclusive world, where governments commit to ensuring that all women and girls have equal rights and opportunities. While significant progress has been made toward gender equality, many commitments still fall short in translating into real-life impact. Felicia Bulmaga, a 33-year-old woman with a locomotor disability, has managed to access employment and social inclusion opportunities, becoming a role model for many women and girls.

The Moldova Stock Exchange, in partnership with UN Women Moldova and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), organized the second consecutive "Ring the Bell for Gender Equality" event, part of a global initiative held worldwide.

Maria Galiț is a well-known name in the village of Sărata Veche, where she has made a significant impact over 18 years of service as mayor. Initially a physics and mathematics teacher with a degree from the Faculty of Physics and Mathematics at Moldova State University, Maria decided to pursue a career in local public administration. She started working at the mayor's office at age 25, and by 29, she was elected for her first term as mayor.

Whether the issue is poverty or education or climate action, all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) depend on achieving gender equality. Like the Beijing Platform, the SDGs are global. We will not achieve them if we don’t have half of humanity – women and girls – on board. That means we will never end poverty, improve health and stop a planetary meltdown, among other goals, without respecting and fulfilling the rights of ALL women and girls.

#ForAllWomenandGirls is a rallying call for action on the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Livia Mitrofan is a judge from the Republic of Moldova and was at the time of the interview holding the position of interim president of the Chisinau Court. She is an advocate for survivor-centered access to legal protection and support for survivors of gender-based violence.

Ahead of International Women’s Day, new UN Women, UNICEF and Plan International report highlights that gains have been made, but efforts remain insufficient.

#ForAllWomenandGirls is a rallying call for action on the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Activist Maria Gavrilcenco from the Republic of Moldova talks about how she uses art as a tool for engaging youth, fostering gender equality and building peace.