The current state of child protection and care in Moldova has been shaped by various factors including societal changes over the past two decades, and developments in the economy, social policy, institutional and administrative context, as well as the international legal, political and cultural environment. Over the last 20 years, efforts by governmental institutions, international organizations and civil society have led to economic and social reforms, administrative restructuring, a revised legal framework, and implementation of new social, health and educational programs. These efforts have enhanced the role of families and communities in ensuring that children are raised in safe and nurturing environments.
This Country Care Profile provides an overview of care reform efforts in Moldova over the past thirty years, highlighting successes, challenges, and lessons learned. The Country Care Profiles (/country-care-profiles), published on the Better Care Network, document the experiences of various countries engaged in care reform, showcasing different legal and policy frameworks, approaches, tools, successes and challenges. These reports offer an in-depth look at how care reform has occurred in different contexts, aiming to provide valuable insights and learning for those interested in or already engaged in care reform.
Moldova is the latest addition to this series, offering readers a comprehensive look at how and why care reform has taken place, who has been involved, the specific roles and responsibilities, and, perhaps most importantly for practitioners and policymakers, how this was done.
