Today, the chairwoman of the electoral council of the Glodeni district electoral constituency no. 19, Mariana Hanganu, participated in the online conference titled "The Participation of Persons with Disabilities in Public Life in the Republic of Moldova: Inclusion, Gender Equality, and Political Representation," organized by the INFONET Alliance as part of the Accessibility Conferences, which are part of the Capacity Building Program for Persons with Disabilities to participate in the General Local Elections of 2027.

The guest of the conference was Alina Andronache, a gender expert in public policy, advocacy, and civic lobbying at the Partnership for Development Center (CPD), who addressed essential aspects regarding gender equality, civic and political participation of individuals from underrepresented groups, as well as the necessity of eliminating barriers that limit their involvement in decision-making processes.

The event highlighted the importance of promoting an inclusive society where persons with disabilities benefit from equal opportunities to participate in public and political life. Additionally, the objectives of the Capacity Building Program were presented, aimed at strengthening participatory democracy, developing civic competencies, and encouraging the active involvement of persons with disabilities in electoral processes and community life.

The electoral council of the Glodeni district electoral constituency no. 19 supports initiatives that promote accessibility, inclusion, and equal participation of all citizens in democratic processes, thereby contributing to the development of an open and representative society.

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