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The Association for Students and Young People in Kállósemjén, Hungary, invites volunteers from the European Solidarity Corps countries, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine, to work with children and contribute to educational, creative and community activities.

The volunteering is expected to take place between 1 November 2026 and 1 November 2027.

The organisers are looking for responsible, motivated and proactive young people:

• two volunteers with qualifications or relevant experience in kindergarten, daycare or early childhood education.
• one highly experienced volunteer in robotics/STEM activities.
• one highly experienced volunteer in video editing, filmmaking and social media content creation, with previous experience working with children.

Volunteers will receive a daily allowance of €15, covering both food allowance and pocket money. The allowance will be paid in cash. Because the accommodation facilities have equipped kitchens, volunteers can prepare their own meals.

The European Solidarity Corps project budget will cover travel costs in accordance with the applicable distance band.

The deadline for applications is 30 September.

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The company Polistiren-Construct, one of the important producers of expanded polystyrene and studded insulation boards in the Republic of Moldova, has expanded its production capacity with the help of a 500,000 lei grant, provided from the state budget with EU support through the Growth Plan.

The company exports its products monthly to Ukraine and Romania, while steadily growing demand has prompted it to invest in new production equipment.

“We specialise in thermal insulation for houses, apartment buildings and roofs, as well as in the production of studded boards for underfloor heating systems. Demand for our products is growing, including in external markets,” says Dragoș Ursu, a representative of Polistiren-Construct.

The new equipment cost 3 million lei, of which 500,000 lei was covered by the grant. Following the purchase of the equipment, the company introduced a two-shift work schedule, enabling it to increase production and sales volumes.

For the company, the financial support also meant that part of its resources could be directed towards other investments needed for its development.

“If we had purchased the equipment through a bank loan or using our own funds, we would have had to make a much greater financial effort. We would have been limited to investing in the equipment and, for example, would have had to postpone the purchase of new vehicles needed to make deliveries more efficient,” explains Dragoș Ursu.

The grants are provided from the state budget by the Government of the Republic of Moldova, with financial support from the European Union through the Growth Plan for Moldova.

Every year on 26 September, Europe celebrates linguistic diversity and the courage it takes to say your first words in a new language. The European Day Languages Day reminds us that languages are not just tools for communication — they are also different ways of understanding the world.

The European Day of Languages was launched as part of the European Year of Languages 2001, organised by the Council of Europe and the European Union. Following the success of the campaign, the Council of Europe established 26 September as an annual celebration. Today, the initiative reaches around 700 million people across the 46 member states of the Council of Europe.

The aim of the day is not to promote any one language, but to celebrate Europe’s entire linguistic heritage: official, regional and minority languages, sign languages, as well as languages brought to the continent by migrant communities.

This year, together with young people from the Euro Clubs and EU Information Centres, we will celebrate the European Day of Languages at Vasile Alecsandri High School in Chișinău, with activities, games, competitions and creative performances.

A few interesting facts about the languages of Europe

• Europe is home to around 225 indigenous languages, representing almost 3% of all languages spoken worldwide.
• At least half of the world’s population is bilingual or multilingual.
• The European Union has 24 official languages, written using three alphabets: Latin, Cyrillic and Greek.
• The 24 official EU languages create 552 possible combinations for translation and interpreting.
• A language can have more than 50,000 words, but in everyday conversations, we regularly use only a few hundred.
• Languages do not exist in isolation: they constantly borrow words and expressions from one another.
• Children generally begin saying their first recognisable words at around one year old, and by the age of five, they may already know several thousand words.
• You do not have to speak a language perfectly to be multilingual. Even being able to communicate at a basic level in several languages counts.

Learning a foreign language develops much more than vocabulary. It opens the door to other cultures, makes education and professional mobility easier, and helps us communicate with greater empathy.

On the European Day of Languages, the challenge can be simple: learn a new phrase, listen to a song in an unfamiliar language, or start a conversation you have not had the courage to begin until now. Sometimes, bringing people closer starts with just one word.

A free, independent and professional media is essential to any democratic society. The role of journalists in the Republic of Moldova’s European path is crucial, as they help foster an informed public debate on what EU membership means for Moldova. A successful accession depends on a well-informed and supportive public.

The EU continues to support independent journalism and media pluralism in the Republic of Moldova through targeted programmes, including trainings, initiatives to counter disinformation, and efforts to strengthen media literacy.

Today’s waste can become tomorrow’s design. From this idea, a remarkable initiative was born in the Republic of Moldova – “Recycline”, where plastic gains a new life and new value. Cristina Tocari and Oana Păun have shown that sustainability can blend perfectly with art and entrepreneurship, transforming polluting waste into unique design objects, from jewellery to furniture. With the support of the EU4Youth programme, they have also developed the non-governmental organisation “Recycline Unity”, which allows them to build an active and responsible community engaged in creating a more sustainable world, while also gaining new knowledge in the field.

From studies in France to innovation in Moldova

The story began nearly four years ago, when Cristina Tocari returned to Moldova after completing her studies in France, where she specialised in Economic and Social Administration. Her mission was clear: to bring European best practices home and create an initiative that addresses local environmental challenges.

“This idea was born and developed over time, and it seemed like the solution – or the best thing I could do – to combine my academic experience with my passions for art and sustainability. The project is a perfect intersection of all these elements. I returned with the intention of coming back specifically for this project,” says Cristina, the project’s founder.

Shortly after, Oana Păun joined the team, at that point a 10th-grade student who initially came on board as a volunteer. Discovering a passion for the technological and technical side of recycling, Oana is now the Community Manager, co-founder, and a second-year Mechanical Engineering student.

European support and mentorship for developing the initiative

At the beginning of their journey, the young entrepreneurs were constantly seeking knowledge and support to turn their ideas into reality. The opportunity came with the project “Building Back Better Through Social Entrepreneurship,” implemented by Junior Achievement Moldova within the EU4Youth programme. The initiative not only provided financial resources but also opened doors to mentors, hands-on expertise, and new perspectives.

“Overall, the experience was truly special. Being at the very beginning, we paid close attention and care to any advice we received at that time. The experts in the programme were extremely helpful. We are very grateful for this opportunity”, says Oana.

The EU4Youth support was a catalyst that enabled them to develop “Recycline Unity” and, at the same time, build an educated and responsible community. Through the organisation, they run awareness campaigns, install sorting stations in schools, and deliver environmental education sessions for young people.

“We decided to make use of the knowledge of experts and teachers in order to learn how to build a sustainable NGO, capable of sustaining itself”, says Oana.

The financial contribution provided through Junior Achievement Moldova amounted to 2,000 euros; a sum invested in professional development. With the help of the grant, the entrepreneurs completed certified training courses for environmental inspectors at “e-Circular” (a non-governmental organisation with a mission to promote the circular economy in the Republic of Moldova), thus strengthening their waste management skills and increasing the educational impact of their projects.

At the same time, the trainings offered within the EU4Youth programme enabled the founders to develop a consultancy service for offices or spaces that aim to manage waste more efficiently.

“One perfect example is our collaboration with small businesses (e.g., beauty salons), which can bring in packaging from shampoos or cosmetics to be transformed into furniture used right in their own salon”, says Oana.

From jewellery to commercial furniture

“Plastic is not just waste that we should hide in landfills. In the right hands, plastic is a valuable resource, a statement of style, and an essential step toward a more environmentally friendly world”, notes Cristina.

Initially, the team designed a jewellery collection, and today production has reached an impressive scale:

• Design furniture: chairs, tables, and stands made from recycled plastic
• B2B customised objects: badges, keychains, wall logos of large dimensions, and commercial furniture for companies in Moldova seeking to become more eco-friendly

“We chose a product that highlighted the material not only through quantity, but also through beautiful design, handmade work, and a visually appealing concept”, says Cristina.

Thus, over the past four years, the initiative has managed to recycle nearly 5 tons of plastic, collecting more than 100 kilograms monthly from the community.

Future plans: A local vision with global impact

Cristina and Oana aim to expand their range of furniture for commercial spaces and strengthen their line of customised products for companies. At the same time, their jewellery has crossed national borders – through the Etsy platform, Recycline products have reached customers across Europe, as well as in the United States and Japan.

“We believe that things happening at the local level can certainly create change globally – whether it’s an initiative that can be replicated or simply a sense of well-being that becomes contagious”, the team concludes.

The development of “Recycline” has been made possible not only by passion and innovation, but also through the support provided by the EU4Youth programme. Such European initiatives demonstrate how important it is to support young people, equipping them with the tools they need to become leaders of green change and to build social enterprises with a lasting impact in their communities.

CIFE (Centre international de formation européenne), funded by the European Union, has launched the 5th edition of of its EU*Connect educational initiative.

EU*Connect is an interactive platform for introducing today’s and tomorrow’s European citizens to EU issues and enabling the exchange of experiences between young professionals and students from Ukraine, Moldova, France and Germany.

The programme is 100% digital and free of charge.

The programme includes 80 hours of interactive online courses, corresponding to a weekly workload of 5 hours (two sessions of 2.5 hours each). Successful participants will receive a certificate of completion and 20 ECTS credits.

During the five-month-long programme 2026/2027, starting on 3 November, participants will take part in lectures, training, and discussions. Key topics include the fundamentals of the European Union (institutions, decision-making, law), the role of the EU in current conflicts, the process of EU accession, and the specific challenges of Ukraine in the context of war and reconstruction. 

All classes will be held in English.

The deadline for applications is 3 October.

For EU*Connect, CIFE partners with the Institute for Public Administration and Civil Service  (IPACS) of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv and the Young European Federalists of JEF Berlin-Brandenburg. The programme is funded by the Franco-German Youth Office and CIFE. 

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The European Union Information Centre, Europe Café, invites you on Monday, September 28, starting at 17:00, to a special screening of the documentary film “Lower Dniester. The Language of Nature.” The event will bring together filmmakers, environmentalists, development partners, and nature enthusiasts to uncover the secrets of one of the country’s most spectacular aquatic ecosystems. Filmed over an entire year across all four seasons, the documentary showcases rare footage: underwater scenes revealing the hidden life of fish in the Dniester waters, alongside nocturnal footage captured with sensor and thermal imaging cameras in floodplain forests and thickets.

This initiative is the outcome of ecological dialogue and cooperation between both banks of the Dniester River. The production was carried out by the environmental organizations “Parcurile Viitorului” NGO and the “Pelican” Ecologists Association, members of the Environmental Platform established and supported by the European Union through the “Confidence Building Measures” Programme, implemented by UNDP.

Open Discussion on Natural Heritage and Ecotourism

Immediately following the screening (runtime: 48 minutes), the audience is invited to a panel discussion and Q&A session moderated by environmental journalist Lilia Curchi (Executive Director of EcoPresa). The panel will feature:

• Petru Vinari, Project Coordinator, “Parcurile Viitorului” NGO;
• Viorel Miron, Expert in Sustainable Tourism and Natural Heritage;
• Dmitrii Bocearov, Cameraman.

The discussion will explore both behind-the-scenes filmmaking challenges and practical solutions to support local floodplain communities through responsible ecotourism and biodiversity conservation.

Admission is free. Please complete the registration form to join the discussion: https://forms.gle/92ZPPaeXSUyNfjBa7

• Date & Time: Monday, September 28, 2026, 17:00 – 19:00 (guest arrival begins at 16:45)
• Location: Europe Café (97 Alexei Șciusev St., Chișinău)

In August and September, residents of six localities in the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia – Chirsova, Tomai, Congaz, Comrat, Ceadîr-Lunga and Vulcănești – took part in an information campaign focused on the integrity of the electoral process and the promotion of accurate information.

Around 60 women aged over 55 from Congaz, Tomai and Chirsova took part in workshops organised by the ‘Pro-Europa’ Association. They discussed electoral rights, recognising manipulation and digital safety, and using simple algorithms to verify information.

The team from the Comrat Legal Clinic visited five localities – Chirsova, Tomai, Congaz, Ceadîr-Lunga and Vulcănești – where they spoke to residents about the importance of a free and informed vote, highlighting the risks of electoral corruption. They also distributed over 3,000 leaflets and other information materials in Gagauz, Bulgarian, Romanian, and Russian.

At the same time, 70 assistants and social workers from Comrat and Ceadîr-Lunga took part in training sessions organised by the ‘Vreau să Cred’ Association. Through practical exercises and case studies based on real-life situations, they discussed professional neutrality, the prevention of corruption and the identification of disinformation.

The awareness-raising campaign was carried out with the support of the European Union project ‘Resilient Democracy through the Fight against Corruption’, implemented by UNDP Moldova.

Elections to the People’s Assembly of Gagauzia and the election of the Bashkan in the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia are scheduled for 15 November 2026.

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At a time when digitalisation is rapidly reshaping how businesses operate, a startup founded by young entrepreneurs from the Republic of Moldova is proving that even traditionally “rigid” fields such as accounting can become simple, fast, and accessible. With support from the EU4Youth programme, SIRIUS SOFTWARE has successfully developed its business – a modern AI-powered accounting platform that, today, helps thousands of entrepreneurs and hundreds of accountants manage financial processes in a more efficient manner. 

Support that accelerated growth

Participation in the “Building Back Better through Social Entrepreneurship” project, implemented by Junior Achievement Moldova with the support of the EU4Youth programme, provided the team not only with financial assistance but also with access to mentorship, training, and networking opportunities – resources that significantly accelerated the company’s development and helped transform an idea into a widely used product.

“EU4Youth experience and training sessions were a great boost for us. We attended workshops focused on scaling a business, market validation, and startup management. Instead of abstract theory, the programme offered practical insights that helped us step away from daily coding, think more strategically about unit economics, and shift our mindset from a sprint to a marathon”, says Alexandru Vapilov, CTO and co-founder of SIRIUS SOFTWARE.

The training sessions also became an important networking space, where the founders interacted with other entrepreneurs and mentors. These connections helped them establish the operational foundations needed to grow the team and further develop the product.

SIRIUS and the future of accounting

SIRIUS SOFTWARE is a platform that eliminates bureaucracy, reduces time spent on repetitive tasks, and radically simplifies business financial management. It has already become a trusted tool for thousands of entrepreneurs and accountants in Moldova.

The idea originated from a real, daily problem the founders, Alexandru Vapilov and Traian Chivriga, faced in their work.

“The product idea emerged about 4-5 years ago, when Traian and I were discussing a project related to processing and automating bank transactions. We wanted to automate bank statements so users wouldn’t have to constantly log into internet banking and deal with passwords and complicated processes. At first, we built it for ourselves, but then we realized it could be extremely useful for accountants as well. Initially, we didn’t even see it as a startup. But then we noticed interest and potential users. Later, we started developing a full platform for accountants”, explains Alexandru Vapilov.

One of the platform’s most appreciated features is the automation of invoice processing using artificial intelligence.

Artificial intelligence saves days of work

In traditional systems, accountants manually enter dozens or even hundreds of documents – a process that can take several days. With SIRIUS, documents can be photographed and uploaded directly into the platform, where AI automatically processes the information.

“We had an accountant who used to manually enter around 50 e-invoices into 1C, which took several days. With SIRIUS, she simply took photos and uploaded them to the platform. The AI scanned and indexed all the data automatically, and the whole process took around 10 minutes”, says the co-founder.

The founders’ vision is ambitious: to radically transform how accounting works and eventually offer a modern alternative to traditional systems like 1C. They emphasize, however, that the platform is not meant to replace accountants, but to simplify their work, helping them become faster, more organised, and more efficient.

“We don’t believe AI will replace accountants. But it will greatly support them and simplify their work. Our platform brings order to company finances. You issue invoices, create payment accounts, and see who has paid you – directly from your phone. You can create invoices in under 60 seconds, export them to the tax authority system, and then simply wait for them to be signed and paid”, says Alexandru.

The grant that supported operational growth

In addition to mentorship, networking, and training sessions, the team also benefited from financial support in the form of a grant. This became a key catalyst for the young entrepreneurs in the early stages, enabling them to accelerate business development and strengthen their operational activities.

“The funds had a major impact. We allocated them in two main areas: covering three months of office rent, which kept our team stable and fully focused on core development, including e-invoice integration, and funding our initial marketing and user onboarding campaigns. This early boost helped us validate the platform and move from beta users to our first paying customers”, explains Alexandru.

The financial support also helped them build the operational foundation needed to grow the team and prepare for international expansion.

Big plans and international expansion

Currently the company has a team of 11 people – 10 based in Moldova and one in Ukraine – and has attracted approximately €360,000 in external investment. The founders aim to continue developing the product and expand into the Romanian market, offering a modern alternative to traditional accounting systems.

Their message for young people who want to start a business is simple: build products people truly need and do not be afraid to think differently. As the SIRIUS founders say, new ideas will always outperform old models.

Six organizations in the Republic of Moldova have received more than €1 million in EU grants to develop programs supporting startups and entrepreneurs across different stages of business growth — from ideation and incubation to acceleration, investment readiness and international expansion.

The grants were awarded under the EU4Innovation East project at the event “Empowering Moldova’s Startup Ecosystem through EU Funding,” bringing together representatives of the Government of Moldova, the European Union, France and the country’s entrepreneurial community.

The six organizations were selected through a competitive evaluation process. Their programs are designed to address different needs across Moldova’s startup pipeline, creating new opportunities for founders to develop ideas, validate products, access investment and reach international markets.

Six programs to strengthen Moldova’s startup pipeline

ATIC (National Association of ICT Companies) – ASCEND
The ASCEND program will provide training for young people and IT specialists, with a target of developing at least 20 prototypes and attracting €100,000 in investment.

Dreamups – Dreamups Startup Growth Pipeline
The program will offer founders an end-to-end pathway from idea development to scaling, combining incubation, acceleration and product management training.

Startup Moldova – IGNITE
IGNITE will support startups in accessing EU markets, provide expansion grants and develop the startup.md platform, which aims to centralize information on more than 300 ecosystem stakeholders.

Technovator – Moldova Deep Innovation Pathway
The program will focus on DeepTech solutions through activities including the 2026 edition of GigaHack, microgrants and pre-acceleration support in Bucharest.

XY Partners – MISSION 5: HealthTech
The program will support healthcare innovation through clinical validation, at least five pilot projects in medical institutions and access to investments of up to €200,000.

YEP! Moldova – Startup101 Academy
The 12-month program will engage more than 1,000 young people, support the development of 50 Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) and connect participants with experts from the Moldovan diaspora.

Together, the programs will provide founders with access to training, mentoring, incubation and acceleration, hackathons, microgrants, pilot opportunities, investment-readiness support and connections to international markets, investors and the diaspora community.

Building on Moldova’s growing startup ecosystem

The investment comes as Moldova’s startup ecosystem continues to expand. According to the StartupBlink Global Startup Ecosystem Index, Moldova recorded 91.9% growth, making it the fastest-growing startup ecosystem in Europe. The country is now home to more than 300 active tech startups, while companies such as Planable and Fagura demonstrate the potential of Moldovan-founded businesses to compete in international markets.

Despite this progress, moving from an early-stage idea to a sustainable, internationally competitive business remains a challenge for many founders. Access to structured incubation, acceleration, investment readiness, market opportunities and specialized expertise can play a critical role in helping startups make this transition.

Through the new grants, EU4Innovation East is supporting organizations that can provide this structured support over the longer term, strengthening the pipeline of startups moving from early-stage development towards investment and international growth.

European partnership supporting Moldova’s innovation journey

The grant award ceremony brought together public officials, diplomatic representatives and key figures from Moldova’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Among the participants were Natalia Selevestru, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization; Julda Kielyte, Team Leader for Competitive and Inclusive Growth at the EU Delegation to Moldova; Her Excellency Dominique Waag, Ambassador of France to the Republic of Moldova; and Charles Mathiaux, Deputy Project Director of EU4Innovation East.

In her opening address, Natalia Selevestru, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization, highlighted the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship for Moldova’s economic development:

Natalia Selevestru, State Secretary at the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization: “Startups can become an important driver of Moldova’s economic transformation through the solutions they develop, the jobs they create, and the investments they attract. For a good idea to become a viable business and, ultimately, a company capable of competing in international markets, founders need skills, mentorship, and access to investors and markets. That is why we must invest not only in today’s startups, but also in the next generation of founders.” 

Dominique Waag, Ambassador of France to the Republic of Moldova, highlighted the importance of the Moldovan-French and European partnership in supporting the country’s entrepreneurial ecosystem: “France is proud to stand alongside the Republic of Moldova, together with its partners, in developing and strengthening its startup ecosystem. We are open to sharing our experience and the lessons we have learned in building a dynamic startup and innovation ecosystem. Exchanges between entrepreneurs and organisations from our two countries have already created important opportunities for collaboration and greater visibility for Moldovan stakeholders, including through events such as VivaTech, DeepTech Week and Emerging Valley. We are pleased that the visit to Paris-Saclay has opened up prospects for potential cooperation with Moldova HiTech Park. We hope that these exchanges will mark the beginning of a long-term partnership, with many more opportunities for cooperation between our ecosystems.” 

The European Union’s commitment to Moldova’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem was further reaffirmed by Julda Kielyte, Team Leader for Competitive and Inclusive Growth at the EU Delegation to Moldova:

“Europe needs innovators, and the Republic of Moldova has the talent and potential to contribute to this ecosystem. European integration is not only about institutions and common standards, but also about connections between entrepreneurs, technologies and markets. Through the regional EU4Innovation East project, we are turning this vision into concrete support for startups – from idea validation to investment and internationalisation. Our goal is to ensure that ideas developed in the Republic of Moldova have every opportunity to grow and become competitive in the European market. Created in Moldova. Scaled in Europe.” 

Charles Mathiaux, Deputy Project Director of the EU4Innovation East project, emphasized the practical impact of the grants:

“I had a challenging task, as I evaluated 63 projects and reviewed a strong set of high-quality proposals. I would like to congratulate all the winning organisations on the excellent projects they have put forward, which will support a wide range of activities benefiting startups across the Republic of Moldova. This programme is important for strengthening Moldova’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and creating new opportunities for its startups. At the same time, this initiative is the result of the work of an entire team, and especially the team in Chisinau. I would like to thank everyone who contributed to building this support mechanism for Moldova’s startup ecosystem.” 

The funded programs will be rolled out in the coming period, providing entrepreneurs and aspiring founders with new opportunities to develop and validate their ideas, build products, access expertise and prepare for investment and international expansion.

About EU4Innovation East

EU4Innovation East is a regional project funded by the European Union, co-funded by the Government of France and implemented by Expertise France. The project supports startup ecosystems and innovation-driven entrepreneurship across Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine, helping entrepreneurs access skills, funding, markets and international opportunities.

Access to community-based living for persons with disabilities will be expanded thanks to the support of the European Union and the involvement of civil society. At least 15 “Supported Living” social services and 30 “Family Placement for Adults” social services will be created and developed in the Republic of Moldova for adults with disabilities who will leave residential care.

The expansion and strengthening of the network of community-based social services for persons with disabilities leaving institutional care will be supported through a new grant programme for civil society organisations active in the social sector. The grant programme is part of the “Inclusive Moldova: Communities for All” project, funded by the European Union and implemented by Keystone Moldova in partnership with the Alliance of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities of the Republic of Moldova and the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection.

A total of €2,085,000 is available for the development and future operation of community-based social services. These funds will finance at least 15 projects implemented by civil society organisations, selected through a call for proposals launched today, 10 September 2026. Each project may have a maximum budget of €139,000 and an implementation period of no more than 24 months.

Interested non-governmental organisations can find out more about how to participate in the grant competition by watching the launch event, broadcast live this morning, or by accessing the call for proposals on the Keystone Moldova website. The deadline for submitting applications under this programme is 12 October 2026, and the results will be announced within three months.

The grant programme is launched to contribute to the deinstitutionalisation process of adults with disabilities from the Temporary Placement Centre for Persons with Disabilities (Adults) in Bădiceni, Soroca district. This funding opportunity aims to develop the network of social services for persons with disabilities leaving institutional care and ensure the support needed for independent living and inclusion in the community.

Civil society organisations participating in the grant programme are encouraged to establish partnerships with one of the territorial social assistance agencies or the structures responsible for social assistance in the municipality of Chișinău and the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia. Organisations selected through the competition will receive support in accessing the funds, training and technical assistance for planning, establishing and developing community-based social services, as well as support in strengthening local partnerships.

The “Inclusive Moldova: Communities for All” project aims to improve the quality of life and social inclusion of persons with disabilities in the Republic of Moldova. Project activities will run until 31 October 2029.

The European Union Information Centre, Europe Café, is launching the “Where’s the money?” campaign in September—a journey through communities across the Republic of Moldova to show where and how European Union investments are visible in daily life.

Between September and October 2026, the campaign will reach nine districts and the municipality of Bălți: Hîncești, Telenești, Orhei, Rezina, Briceni, Călărași, Florești, Cimișlia, UTA Gagauzia, and Bălți.

Content creators, artists, and local voices will visit EU-supported projects and initiatives, talk directly with beneficiaries, and discover what has changed in their communities.

The campaign starts from a simple question frequently heard when discussing European support for the Republic of Moldova: “Where’s the money?” This time, the answer will not be sought in reports and presentations, but directly on the ground—in businesses, schools, infrastructure projects, local initiatives, and, above all, in people’s stories.

“Through ‘Where’s the money?’ we want to bring the European Union’s support closer to people and make it easy to understand. We aren’t just saying that European investments exist, but we are inviting people to discover them wherever they produce real change. It is a campaign about transparency, about results that can be seen, and about the people who can best tell what impact these investments have had in their communities,” says Ina Prisăcaru, communication campaign manager at the Strategic Communication and Media Support Project.

The visits will be documented through video materials, interviews, and beneficiary stories, which can be followed online at eu4moldova.eu and on the channels of Europe Café and “Where’s the Money”.

See. Ask. Discover.