In Moldova, violence against children (VAC) and violence against women (VAW) remain critical concerns. Often, they occur within the same household, being driven by social norms, economic stressors, and structural inequalities. Despite progress in national legislation and service delivery, women and children still experience high rates of psychological, physical, and sexual violence.
This study aims to inform policies and practices to address VAC and VAW in Moldova through a comprehensive analysis of their intersection. It examines the drivers of VAC and VAW across generations, within households, and digital spaces. The study also assesses how current legislation, services, and institutions align with international standards, incorporating the perspectives of service providers and practitioners in Moldova.
Findings will inform national and local efforts to strengthen multisectoral service delivery. They will further align Moldova’s prevention and response systems with global standards, supporting integrated approaches to ending violence against women and children. Overall, this study also contributes to global learning on the intersection of VAC and VAW, supporting UNICEF and UNFPA’s efforts to promote equitable and coordinated protection systems in Moldova.
The research was commissioned by UNICEF Moldova and UNFPA Moldova. It was led by a research consortium comprising Tsunagu, CIVIS, and the Learning for Well-being Institute. It is part of the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programme “Breaking the Cycle of Violence Against Women and Children”.
