Nine schools in Chisinau received educational sets consisting of teaching and office supplies, including school supplies, educational games and sports equipment. The initiative is part of efforts to support communities affected by the refugee crisis in Ukraine and local challenges in the Republic of Moldova, IPN reports.

According to the Directorate-General, education, youth and sport, a total of 3,000 pupils and 260 teachers from the schools involved received educational kits, which include school bags, school supplies and materials necessary for the educational process.

Deputy Mayor of Chisinau Angela Cutasevici noted that such initiatives contribute to creating a more inclusive and well-equipped educational environment. She pointed out that the project meets the current needs of pupils and teachers, especially in the context of the challenges posed by the refugee crisis and the need to modernise the educational process.

Andrei Pavaloi, deputy head of the General Directorate, education, youth and sport, appreciated the collaboration with partner organizations and expressed hope that such initiatives will continue, helping schools better meet the needs of all students, including those from vulnerable backgrounds.

The educational sets are offered within a project funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, Liechtenstein Development Services Foundation, Norwegian Council for Refugees and implemented by „Partnerships for each child”.

Daniela Mamaliga, the director of „Partnerships for each child” pointed out at the event of distribution of sets that „the purpose of this support is to create a healthy and motivating educational environment, which, where students have optimal conditions to learn and develop harmoniously”.

„Incouraging inclusion, we aim to ensure a lasting positive impact on the quality of education and well-being of all students”, said Maher Daboul, development manager of education projects at the Norwegian Council for Refugees.