Projects AFAD
Business Skills Hub
Project Business Skills Hub is implemented for the period 2021-2024 by AFAD, with the financial support of the European Union and co-financing by Sweden through the East Europe Foundation within the project "Civil society contributes to inclusive and sustainable economic development in the Republic of Moldova".
Project Business Skills Hub is implemented for the period 2021-2024 by AFAD, with the financial support of the European Union and co-financing by Sweden through the East Europe Foundation within the project “Civil society contributes to inclusive and sustainable economic development in the Republic of Moldova”
The project aims to contribute to the development of a sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem by providing economic development opportunities for SMEs in the Northern region through:
- Stimulating entrepreneurship and strengthening business management skills by creating a business accelerator and providing technical support to young entrepreneurs in the Northern region.
- Increasing the competitiveness of SMEs in the Northern Region by facilitating access to specialised consultancy services on various economic issues and stimulating the creation of value chains.
ESC Center
The Employment and Integration Support Centre "ESC" is implemented in the period 2023-2024 within the project "Strengthening social cohesion and resilience of the Republic of Moldova to the Ukrainian refugee crisis" funded by AFD (Agence française de développement) and FDF (Fondation de France).
The Employment and Integration Support Centre “ESC” is implemented in the period 2023-2024 within the project “Strengthening social cohesion and resilience of the Republic of Moldova to the Ukrainian refugee crisis” funded by AFD (Agence française de développement) and FDF (Fondation de France).
The aim of the project is the socio-occupational integration of refugees from Ukraine and vulnerable people from the local community.
During the project 400 Ukrainian refugees and vulnerable people will learn about the support they can benefit from for socio-vocational integration, 180 people are to be trained, retrained or retrained professionally and consulted in the field of employment. 30 Ukrainian refugees and vulnerable people are to be employed and 150 children and adults able to integrate socio-economically.
Export Opportunities for Business Skills Hub Beneficiaries
The project "Export Opportunities for Business Skills Hub Beneficiaries"/Phase III of the AdTrade project, implemented by AFAD, aims to support SMEs from the northern part of the country by developing their export skills and capacities.
Implementation period: May 29, 2024 – January 30, 2025.
Project Objectives
The main objective is to empower consultants and to develop new export-related services for beneficiary SMEs within the Business Skills Hub business support center in order to increase their export capabilities and expand into international markets.
Objective 1. Develop the portfolio of necessary and current services for "Business Skills Hub" beneficiaries by empowering the center's consultants in Export Capacity Assessment and the development of a plan for SMEs from the northern part of the country.
Objective 2. Promote export activities among Business Skills Hub beneficiaries by organizing workshops, conducting export capacity assessments, developing export plans for entrepreneurs, and encouraging participation in exhibitions.
The main project activities include:
• Export Capacity Assessment: Each company will benefit from a detailed assessment of its export capabilities, aiming to identify opportunities for international expansion.
• Export Plan Development: Companies will be guided to develop customized export plans that meet their needs and objectives for international expansion.
• Trainings and Workshops: Training sessions and workshops will be organized to help participants acquire essential knowledge and strengthen the skills necessary for successful expansion into strategic external markets.
Project Outcomes:
7 companies will obtain greater export opportunities as a result of the Export Readiness Assessment.
7 companies will obtain greater export opportunities as a result of developing the Export Plan.
21 companies will gain export knowledge by participating in Export Trainings and Workshops.
Increasing Resilience through Employment and Social Cohesion
The project "Increasing Resilience through Employment and Social Cohesion" is implemented by AFAD through the Helvetas Moldova and HEKS - EPER Moldova consortium, with the financial support of the Government of Switzerland (Swiss Cooperation in Moldova). The strategic implementation partner is the National Agency for Employment.
Implementation period: February 15 - June 27, 2024.
The main objective of the project is to support refugees from Ukraine and vulnerable individuals in Moldova in accessing income-generating opportunities. This project will provide sustainable support and will be implemented in the regions of Chișinău, Anenii Noi, Ialoveni, Bălți, Edineț, Soroca, Drochia, and Ocnița.
The main activities of the project:
- Public awareness campaign about the opportunities provided by the project.
- Professional training and development.
- Entrepreneurial training.
- Career opportunities.
- English and Romanian language courses to facilitate employment.
- Grants for maintaining existing businesses.
- Support and grants for starting a business.
Project outcomes:
- At least 1000 people will be informed about the opportunities available within the project.
- Access to professional training and development for at least 530 people to develop the professional skills necessary in the labor market.
- 65 individuals will gain entrepreneurial skills and abilities to start and develop their own businesses.
- Creation of 200 new career opportunities for participants, contributing to improved chances of employment and diversifying the professional options available to them.
- Linguistic empowerment (English and Romanian language courses) for 200 people to facilitate their integration into the labor market and improve essential language skills in professional contexts.
- Provision of grants for 50 businesses to support and sustain their activity, helping them overcome financial challenges and strengthen their economic development.
- Support for 15 individuals wishing to start a business, through mentoring and grants, encouraging the creation of new businesses.
- Transport allowances for 130 beneficiaries to enable them to attend professional training courses without facing difficulties related to access to childcare services.
Women Digital Center
Women Digital Center Balti is a digital education and entrepreneurship project for women opened by AFAD.
Women Digital Center Balti is a digital education and entrepreneurship project for women opened by AFAD in 2020 within the Women Digital Center project, implemented by the University Information Center, with the financial support of Orange Fondation.
Digital Education for Young People with Initiative
The Digital Education for Young People with Initiative project is implemented by AFAD in Balti and funded by the Ministry of Education and Research, with co-funding from Orange Moldova.
The Digital Education for Young People with Initiative project is implemented by AFAD in Balti and funded by the Ministry of Education and Research, with co-funding from Orange Moldova. The aim of the project is to develop qualitative digital education for young people and train them for all walks of life under the impact of technological trends.
The project was launched in July 2022 and involves the organisation of 12 training programmes, followed by a competition of digital products developed by the beneficiaries participating in the digital training sessions.
The project has two aspects: digital training and practical application of the knowledge gained. The training programme has been structured in five areas: digital and information skills, communication and collaboration, creation of digital content, online safety, and the part of application of knowledge is the competition for young people to develop digital products for NGOs, institutions, businesses or personal brand.
Strengthening socio-economic resilience in the RM for vulnerable refugee women and girls from Ukraine and the local community affected by the crisis
The project is funded by UNWomen and is implemented between July 2023 and January 2024 in partnership with AFAD, HIAS Moldova, Casmed and FCPS. The aim of the project is to increase access to business skills development and entrepreneurship support opportunities for vulnerable women and girls, refugees from Ukraine and the local community.
The project is funded by UNWomen and is implemented between July 2023 and January 2024 in partnership with AFAD, HIAS Moldova, Casmed and FCPS.
The aim of the project is to increase access to business skills development and entrepreneurship support opportunities for vulnerable women and girls, refugees from Ukraine and the local community.
As a result of the implementation of the project 500 women and girls, in all their diversity, both refugees and local, especially the most vulnerable and affected by the crisis, will learn about the opportunities of the project, 100 will be trained and empowered in business and will become aware of the business start-up support opportunities offered. At least 50 young women and girls will develop a business concept and 20 will benefit from financial support to start an entrepreneurial activity for income generation.