Cahul Teachers Trained by CRDC to Prevent Stereotypes and Discrimination against Refugee and Migrant Children

On 11 March, the Public Association Regional Center for Community Development organized a training for teachers focused on combating stereotypes and prejudice against refugee and migrant children and on developing more inclusive educational practices.

The activity was based on the understanding that school is one of the first spaces where refugee and migrant children regularly interact with the host community. The way they are welcomed, integrated and supported can significantly influence their sense of safety, belonging and participation.

Under the guidance of trainers Natalia Bejan and Victoria Șevcenco, participants explored how stereotypes and prejudices emerge, how they can influence behaviour and relationships between children, and how they can be recognized in school and community settings.

From identifying stereotypes to concrete action

Through interactive exercises, practical examples and group discussions, teachers explored situations in which prejudice can lead to exclusion, labelling, stigmatization or discrimination.

Particular attention was given to strategies that can be applied in schools to prevent such situations and to create an environment in which every child is treated with respect and has equal opportunities to participate.

The discussions also addressed the teacher’s role in the early identification of discriminatory behaviour, managing sensitive situations in the classroom, and promoting empathy and dialogue among children with different experiences and backgrounds.

School as an important space for inclusion

For CRDC, working with professionals who interact directly with children is an important component of interventions dedicated to the inclusion of refugees and migrants.

Combating prejudice means not only responding when discrimination occurs, but also prevention, building a culture of respect and strengthening adults’ capacity to create safe and inclusive educational environments.

We thank the participating teachers for their engagement and openness, as well as the Cahul General Directorate of Education for its support in organizing and carrying out the activity.

The activity was carried out within a project implemented by the Public Association Regional Center for Community Development with the financial support of the European Union, contracted by ICMPD through the Migration Partnership Facility.

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