Today, September 3, 2026, the president of the CECER Fălești No. 17 participated in the third session of the "Accessibility Conferences," a strategic empowerment program designed in preparation for the General Local Elections of 2027.
The event, held under the theme "The Participation of Persons with Disabilities in Public Life in the Republic of Moldova: Inclusion, Gender Equality, and Political Representation," provided a dynamic platform for dialogue among electoral authorities, civil society, and activists advocating for equal rights.
A highlight of the conference was the lecture delivered by Alina Andronache, an expert in gender policies, advocacy, and civic lobbying at the "Partnership for Development" Center (CPD). With over a decade of experience in analyzing and promoting legislative initiatives dedicated to equal opportunities, Alina Andronache guided the audience through an in-depth analysis of the realities on the ground, emphasizing the necessary transition from mere integration to effective political representation.
Essential topics addressed during the conference included:
Understanding environmental barriers: It was emphasized that the major obstacles to involvement are not due to the individual limitations of persons but rather to an unadapted environment—from deficiencies in transportation and physical infrastructure to the lack of information in accessible formats.
From mere presence to decision-making: Participants analyzed the mechanisms through which citizens can move beyond being mere observers or information beneficiaries, gaining real influence over local decisions and how community resources are managed.
Equitable representation and the gender dimension: The crucial importance of integrating a gender perspective into public policies was discussed, ensuring that both women and men with disabilities have an equal voice in decision-making structures.
Participation in such events represents a valuable opportunity for information, experience exchange, and strengthening the dialogue on accessibility and inclusion in the electoral process.
The electoral council of the Fălești district electoral constituency No. 17 actively supports initiatives that contribute to promoting inclusion, accessibility, and equal opportunities in the electoral process, as well as strengthening participatory democracy.
The event was organized by the INFONET Alliance, within the framework of the "Equal Access for All" campaign, with the support of the "Strengthening Democratic Resilience in Moldova" project, implemented by UNDP Moldova and funded by Norway, Sweden, and Denmark.
This text was translated using machine translation using AI translator based on OPENAI
