Русский 
Română 
Description
“Together for Safety” is a joint initiative of the Regional Center for Community Development (CRDC) from Cahul and “Mirkiras” from Ceadîr-Lunga, aiming to prevent and combat gender-based violence (GBV) by increasing women’s and girls’ – including refugees’ – access to information and support services. The project targets two regions – Cahul district and ATU Gagauzia – and combines local research, the creation of a bilingual guide, participatory activities, and interregional exchange of experience.
Objectives
Increase awareness on GBV and victims’ rights in Cahul and Ceadîr-Lunga.
Conduct mapping and documentation of at least 10 support services for victims.
Develop and disseminate a regional bilingual guide (Romanian/Russian) with useful information and contacts.
Organize participatory and cultural activities for girls and women, including refugees.
Strengthen interregional collaboration between CSOs in GBV prevention.
Methodology
The project is based on a participatory, intercultural, and collaborative approach involving CSOs, local authorities, women, and girls from vulnerable communities. Activities combine field research, co-creation of informative materials, community awareness, and exchange of best practices.
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Service mapping
Documenting available support services for GBV victims in both regions.
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Co-creation of guide
Drafting and translating a bilingual guide with cultural and linguistic adaptation.
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Printing and distribution
Producing the guide in both printed and digital formats, including QR-coded cards.
4
Public presentations
Launching the guide in Cahul and Ceadîr-Lunga/Comrat with involvement of local authorities and CSOs.
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Participatory activities
Sessions with young women, OWIS screenings, cultural workshops with refugees.
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Reciprocal visits
Experience exchange and monitoring between CRDC and “Mirkiras” teams.
What we offer
A bilingual informational guide on GBV prevention and response.
Mapping of local support services for victims.
Educational and cultural activities for girls and women.
Safe spaces for dialogue and experience sharing.
A model for interregional CSO cooperation.
Areas of involvement
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GBV Prevention
Raising awareness on types of violence and ways to access help.
2
Community Advocacy
Promoting cooperation between CSOs, local authorities, and social services.
3
Intercultural Inclusion
Adapting materials and activities for Romanian and Russian-speaking communities.
4
Women’s Empowerment
Strengthening women and girls through knowledge of their rights and access to resources.
Beneficiaries
Women and girls (including refugees) from Cahul and Ceadîr-Lunga.
Representatives of local public authorities, social services, local CSOs.
CRDC and “Mirkiras” teams – directly involved in implementation and coordination.
The wider community – women and girls accessing the bilingual guide.
Expected results
A regional bilingual guide (RO/RU) with information and contacts for GBV victims.
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At least 10 documented and mapped services in the two regions.
2
Increased awareness and knowledge among at least 40 women and girls, including refugees.
3
Organization of 4 awareness-raising and social cohesion activities.
4
Strengthened interregional collaboration between CRDC and “Mirkiras.
5
Active involvement of at least 30 local actors in dissemination and validation.
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A replicable community intervention model for GBV prevention and response.
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Partners and Funders
This program is implemented by the Regional Center for Community Development with the support of:
