Publication: Review of civil society organisations in Moldova

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The civil society in Moldova has a very important role in the development of the country. The Soviet legacy and the Orthodox Church are conservative factors, and more than half the population lives in the countryside. At the same time, parties advocating reforms and closer association with the EU have replaced the former Communist government, creating a window of opportunity for change. The Civil Society is one of the major actors that can shake up the strong inertia in the villages. And they can also be a watchdog and inspire towards continued reforms. Sweden has supported three umbrella organisations in Moldova: Civil Rights Defenders, East Europe Foundation-Moldova and Soros Foundation. The evaluation recommends that Sida continue to channel support through the three umbrella organisations. Priority should be given to mobilise young people, women and informal leaders in the countryside - and to support to change processes and continued reforms. Long-term agreements with focus on outcomes are suggested.

Commissioned by Sida, Department for remform and selective cooperation, Eastern Europe, under Sida's Framework Agreement for Reviews, Evaluations and Advisory services on Results Frameworks

Authors: Klas Markensten and Igor Grozu, Indevelop AB, 2011