Past Democracy Commisssion Small Grants

2002-2003

Independent Journalism Center

Angela  Sirbu

03-Feb-03

Purpose:

to further develop and enhance the informational Internet portal MOLDOVA AZI, an analytical-informational website that provides information on current events, political and social economic processes in the country in Romanian, English and Russian.    

Flor TV Station

Valeriu Postolachi

31-Jan-03

Purpose:

to offer free access to information; promote freedom of speech; and involve the population of Floresti town and its neighboring areas in the decision-making process. 

Youth for the Right to Live

Ala  Snigureac

04-Feb-03

Purpose:

to organize a school for volunteerism for  young people focusing on Education for Development in Balti  It will support and promote the concept of peer education and train youth peer instructors. 

Center for Information and Documentation on Children’s Rights

Viorica  Cretu

15-Feb-03

Purpose:

to contribute to the development of civil society based on active citizenship and human rights by promoting children’s and youth civic participation at local level and a constructive dialogue between children, youngsters and adults.

Terra-1530

Petru Botnaru

15-Feb-03

Purpose:

to continue publishing the newsletter “Adevarul ” and distribute it to socially disadvantaged groups in Vorniceni village and neighboring areas.  It is aimed at providing socially disadvantaged layers of the population with free access to information.

Health for Youth

Galina Lesco

15-Feb-03

Purpose:

to select a group of 30 youth and teenagers and 4 teachers of different ethnic origins from Chisinau, Comrat and Ribnita who will participate in a “School of Tolerance” project in Chisinau.

Unghiul

Nicolae  Sanduleac

15-Feb-03

Purpose:

to publish a youth newspaper “Junior” which will promote youth civic education, protection of children’s rights, and leadership skills.  It will support local youth initiatives and will attract young people to take an active part in the decision-making process.

Sanatatea - Center for Health Promotion and Education

Vasile Sofronie

15-Feb-03

Purpose:

to select a group of 15 students from grades 10-11 from secondary schools in Edinet who will participate in the development and presentation of a series of radio programs broadcast by “Sanatatea” radio station.

Agroext

Alexandru Omelciuc

15-Feb-03

Purpose:

to contribute to the protection of legal rights of landowners from Gura Bicului village andother villages in Anenii Noi region by informing them about their rights. 

Association for the Development of Participatory Democracy

Igor  Botan

01-Apr-03

Purpose:

To support the project “Monitoring 2003 Local Elections” designed to contribute to a free and fair electoral process in the Republic of Moldova and increase informed citizen participation in all forms of public life.

League for the Defense of Human Rights

Paul Strutzescu

15-Apr-03

Purpose:

To train and coordinate 2000 volunteers as independent, domestic election observers for the May 25, 2003 local elections.

CEDA/DERA

Anna Vasilieva

20-Apr-03

Purpose:

to provide free access to information to young people in Dubasari town and its neighboring areas in Transnistria.

Cuvintul Liber Newspaper

Ion  Mititelu

20-Apr-03

Purpose:

The main goal of this project is to raise public awareness of women’s issues, concerns, and challenges; promote gender equality and women’s active participation in political, social and economic life of the society.   

Interaction

Oxana Alistratova

20-Apr-03

Purpose:

Interaction will increase awareness of teenaged girls and young women from boarding schools (orphanages) in Transnistria about their rights, available social assistance, and methods of trafficking prevention.

Life is a Miracle

Ludmila Gorceacova

10-Apr-03

Purpose:

to further youth’s knowledge of the United Nations’ structure, functions and aims, and to increase comprehension of national interests, geography, other cultures, traditions and values, and legal international and financial systems.

Renasterea

Nicolae  Grosu

17-Apr-03

Purpose:

This project aims to initiate and support the development of community-based organizations (CBO) in the Lower Nistru region of Moldova as a tool for sustainable development of the area.

Rural and Social Initiative

Maria Brodesco

17-Apr-03

Purpose:

The main objective of this project is to encourage the civic participation of the population of Bardar village by establishing an Information Resource and Consulting Center.

Svetlina

Piotr  Caireac

17-Apr-03

Purpose:

The objective of this project is to promote human rights education, tolerance, interethnic collaboration, and a productive dialogue among representatives of various nationalities and ethnic groups.

Public Movement of Mothers with Many Children and Women Entrepreneurs of Gagauzia

Antonina Vacarciuc

23-Apr-03

Purpose:

This project aims to increase women’s participation in social life and reduce gender discrimination by disseminating information on women’s rights, leadership, and methods of starting businesses.

Protection of Citizens’ Rights

Vladimir  Gladun

24-Apr-03

Purpose:

Inform the citizens about their fundamental rights and importance of their application in day-to-day life.

Pro-Studium

Valentina  Gak

24-Apr-03

Purpose:

Increase women’s business activities and will promote a new image of women: active, intelligent and skilled.

Woman helping Woman

Iulia Iabanji

24-Apr-03

Purpose:

To empower women from rural areas by raising their awareness about national legislation on women’s rights, the dangers and consequences of trafficking in humans, health education, business opportunities.

Juvlia Romani

Ecaterina  Drosu

24-Apr-03

Purpose:

To inform Roma population about their rights and responsibilities and contribute to their integration in social life.

We for the future

Maria  Ungureanu

24-Apr-03

Purpose:

To promote and facilitate the participation of youth in local decision making, offer them access to information.

Civic Initiative

Irina  Martiniuc

24-Apr-03

Purpose:

To prevent and fight trafficking in persons through the distribution of the documentary “Cry of Despair”

National Scout Organization of Moldova

Nadejda  Dobinda

31-Jul-03

Purpose:

To organize a summer camp for children

Demos

Liliana  Samcov

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

This project will facilitate the employment of disadvantaged youth from Edinet and the surrounding rural areas through creation of a computer center providing computer training, job fairs, and access to information.

Star Youth Employment Center

Sergiu  Casapu

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

Star Youth Employment Center will develop and launch a pilot program to educate boarding school students who are at high risk for youth unemployment and human trafficking in life skills.

Junior Achievement Moldova

Adela  Scutaru

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

JA Moldova will enhance the democratic and economic education of Moldovan students (aged 13-17) through a series of extracurricular activities targeting the most dedicated students and teachers.

National Center for Career Planning

Aurelia  Braguta

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

To create a team that will render training and career planning services at the national level. The NGO will create a pilot information and advising center for youth with the necessary equipment to hold information and counseling sessions.

Association of Disabled Students Gaudeamus

Natalia  Buga

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

Gaudeamus will enable youth with disabilities to become volunteers for youth organizations and educate the leaders and representatives of youth organizations in tolerance, diversity, and communication in order to accept the volunteers with disabilities

Pro-Didactica Education Center

Liliana  Nicolaescu

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

This project will promote of tolerance and intercultural understanding through creation of a diversity awareness course to be taught within the Moldovan educational system.

Galateea

Angela  Musenco

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

Through the creation and publication of a school newsletter Galateea will involve students in the collection and processing of information, as well as providing of a continuous flow of information reflecting the opinions of students

Mostenitorii

Nicolae  Moscalu

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

Mostenitorii will support unemployed and disadvantaged youth in Balti Judet to find jobs through the creation of an Employment and Advising Service Center, which will offer training and employment information. 

Terra Sana

Ion  Bold

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

Terra Sana will facilitate youth employment in Corlateni through creation of a youth center, which will provide consulting services and training.

Planeta

Maria Florea

12-Aug-03

Purpose:

Planeta will promote access to information and computer training through creation of the Prut Regional Information Center.

World Window Youth Information Center

Vlada Lysenko

25-Aug-03

Purpose:

to promote reintegration, increase public understanding and support for the reunification of Moldova based upon the OSCE's federalization proposal, and to further the development of Moldova by involving youth and students.

Balti Student League

Corneliu Bolbocean

25-Aug-03

Purpose:

to promote reintegration, increase public understanding and support for the reunification of Moldova based upon the OSCE's federalization proposal, and to further the development of Moldova by involving youth and students

Union of Gagauz Youth

Natalia Grozdeva

25-Aug-03

Purpose:

to promote reintegration, increase public understanding and support for the reunification of Moldova based upon the OSCE's federalization proposal, and to further the development of Moldova by involving youth and students

Academy of International Relations

Svetlana Pinzari

25-Aug-03

Purpose:

to promote reintegration, increase public understanding and support for the reunification of Moldova based upon the OSCE's federalization proposal, and to further the development of Moldova by involving youth and students

Slavic University of Moldova

Ivan Dulskii

25-Aug-03

Purpose:

to promote reintegration, increase public understanding and support for the reunification of Moldova based upon the OSCE's federalization proposal, and to further the development of Moldova by involving youth and students

Craftsmen Union of Moldova

Ion Balteanu

26-Aug-03

Purpose:

To help youth in a specific village through stimulation of creativity, building business capacity, and involvement of youth in the local decision-making process, which will serve as an equal opportunity for youth to improve their lives.

Dialog, Center for Information and Consultation

Galina Gospodinova

26-Aug-03

Purpose:

to create a school of Marketing and Management to develop practical skills among youth.

AgroInform

Maria Culesov

23-Sep-03

Purpose:

AgroInform will conduct trainings for businesswomen from Cimislia, which will help them in their business activity and will contribute to their involvement in solving community  problems. 

Geronimo

Alexei Buzu

23-Sep-03

Purpose:

The purpose is to create a monthly newsletter for youth in Drasliceni.  A total of 200 copies a month will be published, which will be distributed free of charge among youth from Ratus, Drasliceni and Loganesti villages.

Initiative for Sustainable Community Development

Oleg Tarcenco

23-Sep-03

Purpose:

To consolidate the services responsible for preventing domestic violence in Hincesti by educating the population, co-opting state and nongovernmental organizations by organizing multidisciplinary teams for community assistance for the victims of domestic violence.

Adapost si Alinare Association

Rodica Gutu

23-Sep-03

Purpose:

The NGO will educate orphanage staff and institutionalized children on their rights and privileges. 

Association for Youth Promotion 21st Century

Galina Budu

23-Sep-03

Purpose:

The NGO will organize and promote volunteer service among youth from the villages of Vorniceni, Lozova, and Galesti.

Novaia Gazeta

Andrei Safonov

23-Sep-03

Purpose:

to publish a youth weekly supplement to promote democratic values and freedoms among youth, publish news and materials about the nongovernmental sector from Moldova and  Transnistria, and involve youth in the settlement of social problems. 

Joint Committee for Democratization and Conciliation

Iurii Ataman

23-Sep-03

Purpose:

The Joint Committee for Democratization and Conciliation will provide support to the processes of reintegration and reform of Moldova.

Jurnal de Chisinau

Val Butnaru

24-Sep-03

Purpose:

The project is designed to provide a weekly column in Jurnal de Chisinau, which will focus on practical tips for small businesses, ideas for new businesses, success stories, etc.

Parent’s association for Child Protection

Nadejda Bisir

24-Sep-03

Purpose:

the NGO will establish a debate club that will meet once a week.  Parents and faculty members will be invited to participate in the debates on certain topics.

Resource Center for Moldovan Human Rights NGOs

Sergiu Ostaf

24-Sep-03

Purpose:

The NGO will improve the accountability of the civil society and managerial capacity in carrying out social initiatives.

Young Journalists Center

Tudor Darie

25-Sep-03

Purpose:

Youth Journalist Center will contribute to the development of youth from Moldova by facilitating the exchange of information and promoting school newsletters.

Natura Magazine

Alecu Renita

25-Sep-03

Purpose:

Natura Publication magazine will develop, publish, and distribute two special editions on environmental and rural tourism.

Memoria Medical Rehabilitation Center for Torture Victims

Ludmila Popovici

25-Sep-03

Purpose:

The Medical Rehabilitation Center of Torture Victims "Memoria" will contribute to human rights awareness by organizing cross-generational discussions about torture.

Est-Curier

Gheorghe Motricala

26-Sep-03

Purpose:

The project will organize a “Journalism School” for youth council members and junior consultants from Criuleni and Dubasari and continue publishing the newsletter Junior-Exress focusing on youth issues. 

Local Youth Council Orhideea

Rodica  Musteata

26-Sep-03

Purpose:

Orhideea will encourage the youth from Causeni to lead a healthy lifestyle by organizing trainings and seminars on prevention of HIV/AIDS and STDs, as well as the dangers of alcohol, drugs, and smoking.

 

CMB Training Center

Veronica Cretu

26-Sep-03

Purpose:

This project will inspire young females to make informed, active decisions about their career and employment opportunities within the country.  It will prevent human trafficking by offering possibilities for these women to gain work experience.