Civil society from the Republic of Moldova honoured at the 5th European Civil Society Awards Gala
The Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Moldova organised on Thursday, 5 September, the 5th edition of the European Civil Society Awards Gala, an event aimed at promoting and supporting the activities of the associative sector. Civil society organisations (CSOs) that have demonstrated excellence and outstanding results in their fields of activity, through transparent and efficient use of the financial support provided by the European Union, were awarded today at an event attended by representatives of CSOs, the EU Delegation in Chișinău, public authorities and mass media.
Organisations were rewarded for their significant contribution to the sustainable development of local communities, the promotion of more transparent governance, the development of the social sector, significant progress in the green economy and the strengthening of society’s resilience to misinformation and manipulation. Special attention was given to those CSOs that have achieved tangible results at the local level, reflecting one of the priorities of EU assistance to strengthen civil society throughout the country.
The awarded organisations were selected based on their positive impact on society and the way they have managed to mobilise and inspire local communities.
The winners of the fifth Civil Society Awards are:
- Public Association “Institutum Virtutes Civilis” – Stronger Governance Award
- Public Association “Filantropia Creștină” from Orhei – Stronger Society Award
- Public Association “Agency for Innovation and Development” from Tiraspol – Stronger Economy Award
- Public Association “La Strada” – Gender Champion Award
- Public Association “Alianța pentru Eficiență Energetică și Regenerabile” – Green and Sustainable Development Award
- Public Association “Aripile Dumbravei” from Volovița village, Soroca district – Stronger Resilience to Disinformation Award
“One of the objectives of European Union assistance is to create equal chances and opportunities for all. In this context, I am delighted that this year’s Civil Society Awards Gala brings together winners from different regions of the Republic of Moldova. The prizes awarded at the Civil Society Gala also reflect our appreciation for the people who work in these organisations, for their dedication and passion, but also for taking responsibility to bring change for the better in the localities of the Republic of Moldova,” said Jānis MAŽEIKS, European Union Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova.
The Civil Society Organisations Awards Ceremony was broadcast on the online platforms of the European Union Delegation to the Republic of Moldova and national media institutions.
Background information
European Union support for civil society organisations in Moldova
The European Union is currently supporting 26 initiatives implemented by civil society organisations in the Republic of Moldova for a total amount of around €35 million. The 26 grant projects in support of civil society organisations are being implemented in 11 areas of intervention, contributing to increased participation of civil society organisations, increased gender equality and non-discrimination, youth participation and entrepreneurship, economic development, better social services, increased social empowerment of local authorities, improved access to justice for vulnerable groups, support for media plurality and independence, etc.
European Union Civil Society Awards 2024
The European Union Civil Society Awards Gala aims to recognise the role of civil society as a promoter of positive and effective change for the benefit of citizens. The European Civil Society Awards will also be presented to NGOs that have demonstrated tangible and sustainable results of EU-funded initiatives at national, regional and local level, which have had a positive and lasting impact on democracy, economic development and social cohesion in the Republic of Moldova, thus contributing to the promotion of European values.
The first edition of the European Union Civil Society Awards Gala was organised by the EU Delegation to Moldova in 2018. Since then, a total of five editions have taken place.
