{"id":135355,"date":"2025-06-27T13:43:30","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T10:43:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/?p=135355"},"modified":"2025-06-27T16:12:35","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T13:12:35","slug":"guga-gaga-the-story-of-toys-made-with-care-for-future-generations-continues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/en\/guga-gaga-the-story-of-toys-made-with-care-for-future-generations-continues\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cGUGA GAGA\u201d: The story of toys made with care for future generations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Over 90% of the world\u2019s toys are made from plastic, and most end up in landfills within a year, according to Greenpeace. These toys contribute significantly to environmental pollution and often contain toxic substances that can harm children&#8217;s health. In response, more and more parents are seeking safe, durable, and educational alternatives. That\u2019s how \u201cGUGA GAGA\u201d was born \u2013 a creative toy studio founded by Marcela Mastac, inspired by her own family\u2019s experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Marcela and her husband, Andrei Grama\u021bchii, noticed that the children in their extended family were surrounded by piles of plastic toys \u2013 easily broken and lacking any real story or purpose. They believed kids deserve better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe design and craft healthy wooden toys inspired by our local culture, based on Montessori and Waldorf methodologies. The idea started as a manifesto \u2013 to offer a real alternative to plastic toys. These are objects that spark imagination, improve hand-eye coordination, and support children\u2019s development\u201d, explains Marcela Mastac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"323\" src=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.12.42-1-1024x323.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-135356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.12.42-1-1024x323.png 1024w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.12.42-1-300x95.png 300w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.12.42-1-768x242.png 768w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.12.42-1-1536x484.png 1536w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.12.42-1-2048x645.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Eco-friendly toys for a healthier community and planet<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cGUGA GAGA\u201d creates eco-friendly play objects using only natural materials \u2013 water-based paints, mineral oils, and natural pigments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOur colors are safe for children and for the environment. When a toy\u2019s life cycle ends, you can leave it in nature without causing any harm\u201d, Marcela adds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These toys are made to last and be passed down through generations. More than just playthings, they\u2019re tools for emotional memory, sparking creativity and strengthening the bond between parents and children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">From idea to reality \u2013\u00a0 with EU support<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Like any startup, \u201cGUGA GAGA\u201d faced numerous challenges in its early days \u2013 from setting up a production space to managing humidity and packaging the products. A turning point came when the team joined the EU4Youth programme through the&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/euneighbourseast.eu\/projects\/eu-project-page\/?id=1986\">\u201cSKYE Net\u201d<\/a> project, funded by the European Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe applied for funding, and that\u2019s how the GUGA GAGA brand was born\u201d, says Marcela.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The grant helped purchase a professional dehumidifier, eco-friendly packaging materials, and equipped their production workshop \u2013 streamlining the entire manufacturing process. As part of the EU4Youth programme, young entrepreneurs also received training and mentorship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"857\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"135359\" src=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.26.06-1-857x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-135359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.26.06-1-857x1024.png 857w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.26.06-1-251x300.png 251w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.26.06-1-768x917.png 768w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.26.06-1.png 1054w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 857px) 100vw, 857px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"801\" data-id=\"135362\" src=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.10.41-1-1024x801.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-135362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.10.41-1-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.10.41-1-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.10.41-1-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.10.41-1.png 1289w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBeyond the financial support, this was like a breath of fresh air. It showed us that we are not alone \u2013 that there are people who understand our challenges, who can offer advice and connect us to a community with a shared vision. The training and mentoring were equally valuable \u2013 knowing who to turn to and what to ask makes a big difference\u201d, Marcela reflects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>EU4Youth programme<\/strong>, funded by the European Union, actively supports the development of social entrepreneurship and provides young people in Moldova and the Eastern Partnership countries with the skills and funding needed to turn their business ideas into reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cSKYE Net, funded by EU4Youth, has two core goals: supporting youth-led businesses at the community level \u2013 especially in the area of social entrepreneurship \u2013 and helping young entrepreneurs launch and grow social enterprises. Through this project, 36 social startups received grants of up to \u20ac5,000: ten in Moldova, ten in Georgia, and sixteen in Armenia\u201d, explains Alexandra Isaicul, project coordinator at the MilleniuM Training and Development Institute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">The impact of EU4Youth: more than just funding<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to EU4Youth, \u201cGUGA GAGA\u201d has become a shining example of successful social entrepreneurship in Moldova \u2013 changing the way we think about play, learning, and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEU4Youth supports initiatives with both social and economic impact, and GUGA GAGA proves that an idea born from care and love can become a real driver of change in the community\u201d, adds Alexandra Isaicul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Marcela envisions the project evolving into a <em>\u201cfamily concept store\u201d<\/em> \u2013 offering children an environment filled with eco-friendly, culturally authentic, and educational objects. Their upcoming collection, <em>Origen<\/em>, draws inspiration from local traditions, and plans are underway to expand into furniture for children\u2019s rooms and family spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"995\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"135365\" src=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.29.27-1-995x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-135365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.29.27-1-995x1024.png 995w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.29.27-1-291x300.png 291w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.29.27-1-768x791.png 768w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.29.27-1.png 1055w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 995px) 100vw, 995px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"888\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"135368\" src=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.32.08-1-888x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-135368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.32.08-1-888x1024.png 888w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.32.08-1-260x300.png 260w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.32.08-1-768x885.png 768w, https:\/\/eu4moldova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-27-at-13.32.08-1.png 1054w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 888px) 100vw, 888px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI want GUGA GAGA to be with a child from their very first year of life until they turn seven \u2013 to grow up together\u201d, Marcela shares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She encourages other young people to take the leap, even when the path ahead seems full of obstacles: \u201cDon\u2019t be afraid to make mistakes. Make them early, learn fast, and keep going. Find the right mentor and the community that supports you.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u201cGUGA GAGA\u201d <\/strong>stands as living proof that when good ideas meet the right support, they can transform not just the toy market, but also our children\u2019s future \u2013 into one that\u2019s cleaner, more creative, and deeply human.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The EU4Youth Phase III: Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship programme<\/strong>, funded by the European Union and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, is being executed by the Central Project Management Agency (CPVA) in Eastern Partnership countries. These include Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine. The programme will run until the middle of 2025 and aims to provide technical assistance to governmental and non-governmental organisations to tackle youth unemployment and improve employability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: Social entrepreneurship is a business model that combines economic activity with social impact. Unlike traditional business, where profit is the primary goal, social entrepreneurs aim to solve community problems through sustainable economic initiatives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over 90% of the world\u2019s toys are made from plastic, and most end up in landfills within a year, according to Greenpeace. These toys contribute significantly to environmental pollution and often contain toxic substances that can harm children&#8217;s health. In response, more and more parents are seeking safe, durable, and educational alternatives. 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