Ukrainians In Moldova Take Part In National Forum Of Ethnic Minorities

(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Ukrinform reports this, citing a press release from the organization.

The forum was organized by the Center for Public Initiatives for National Minorities (ICPMN). The event was supported by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation in Moldova, the Soros Moldova Foundation, the Danish government through the AMIS organization, and the Center for Information and Social Initiatives (CISU). Participants included representatives of ethnocultural organizations, government institutions, civil society, diplomatic missions and international partners.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu also attended the event. She emphasized the importance of mutual respect, social cohesion and the preservation of cultural diversity.

The main topics included preserving cultural and linguistic identity, strengthening public trust and the country's European future. Participants discussed equal opportunities for different communities to participate in public life, access to education and information, and language rights. Particular attention was paid to the practical implementation of minority rights. As Moldova moves closer to EU membership, it is important not only to declare equality and non-discrimination but also to create conditions in which people can exercise their rights and participate in decision-making.

Participants also discussed the 2017–2027 Strategy for Strengthening Interethnic Relations, reviewing progress made, existing gaps and priorities for future policy documents.

Another session focused on information resilience among minorities. Participants stressed the importance of reliable information and media in minority languages, as well as media literacy, support for quality journalism and the ability to distinguish verified facts from manipulation.

The NCUM noted that these issues are also important for Moldova's Ukrainian community. Ukrainians, in its view, are an integral part of the country's history and present-day society, while those who arrived because of the war have found safety and an opportunity to rebuild their lives there. The different experiences of these groups call for a thoughtful approach. According to the organization, preserving language and identity, ensuring access to education and information, and participating in civic processes are essential to Ukrainians' full participation in society.

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For the NCUM, participation in such discussions provides an opportunity to exchange experience, develop cooperation with other communities, represent the interests of Moldova's Ukrainian community and help shape policy on interethnic relations. The organization thanked the forum's organizers for the opportunity to take part in the dialogue.

As Ukrinform reported, Scotland's Edinburgh hosted the first conference of Ukrainian teachers, bringing together educators, administrators and volunteers from Ukrainian Saturday and Sunday schools.

Photos: NCUM

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