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CENTRE FOR ASSISTANCE AND PROTECTION 2020

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Moldova Social work Social work Permanent

About the project

CENTRE FOR ASSISTANCE AND PROTECTION 2020

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Our partner is dedicated to promoting global volunteerism by facilitating rewarding opportunities for volunteers and communities in need. Through strong partnerships with local organizations and NGOs, our partner offers a variety of volunteer programs in diverse fields such as education, health, and community development. Guided by values of empathy, respect, and solidarity, the organization aims to foster intercultural exchange and encourage the personal and professional development of volunteers while making a positive contribution to host communities worldwide.

💼 What the programme involves

MOL – 14 Project: Centre for Assistance and Protection for Victims and Potential Victims of Trafficking in Human Beings (type – Social, Human Rights Brief)

The Centre for Assistance and Protection for Victims and Potential Victims of Trafficking in Human Beings (CAP) is the first contact point in Moldova for the persons returning home after a dreadful trafficking experience abroad. The Center, which has been operational since 2001, provides crisis interventions in a safe and friendly environment. Also, during the stay at the shelter, residents can benefit from a range of "in-house" services.

Recreational activities volunteer tasks and role:

The volunteer will support the implementation of: social activities with beneficiaries of the CAP: manual work, sport activities, writing workshops, ice-breakers (for community life), life skills activities (managing a budget, developing self-confidence, self-knowledge, discussing about values, human rights, communication abilities), sensitization about AIDS, familial planning; accompanying beneficiaries to different places (for juridical procedures, vocational school, shopping); office support for staff; implementation of new services in the shelter (library, partnership with sports’ hall); cultural excursions (theatre, museum, cinema, events).

🏠 Accommodation on site

There are different types of accommodation:

  • a bedroom in the host family;
  • a bedroom in a flat out side of the project where 2-6 volunteers live together. It depends on the availability of the places for the time of your application. 

🍲 Food

Food: volunteers receive food allowance.

In Chișinău, Moldova, you can indulge in a rich tapestry of culinary delights that reflect the region's history and cultural influences. From the comforting warmth of mămăligă, a traditional cornmeal dish often served with savory accompaniments, to the savory allure of plăcintă, a versatile pie filled with cheeses, vegetables, or fruits, the city's cuisine offers a journey through Moldovan flavors. Don't miss the opportunity to savor sarmale, tender cabbage rolls filled with seasoned meats and rice, or to slurp on a bowl of zeama, a tangy soup brimming with hearty goodness. And no culinary exploration of Chișinău would be complete without a sip of Moldovan wine, renowned for its quality and diversity. In every dish and every glass, Chișinău's culinary scene invites you to taste the essence of Moldovan culture and hospitality.

📍 About the location

The location & leisure project is situated in the suburb area of the capital of Moldova – Chisinau. Chisinau is the main administrative, economic, scientific and cultural centre of Moldova. The city has just over 700,000 inhabitants and the whole metropolitan area is roughly one million inhabitants. In terms of number of inhabitants, Chisinau is the largest city of the country. Chisinau is divided in five administrative sectors; Botanica, Buiucani, Center, Ciocana and Riscani. It is often referred to as the greenest city in Europe due to the high proportion of well maintained green spaces.

🎒 Leisure activities

In Chișinău, Moldova, a myriad of activities awaits to discover the cultural and natural richness of the region. You can start by exploring historical monuments and museums to delve into Moldova's fascinating history, then relax in the city's verdant parks. Don't miss the chance to taste local wines by visiting wineries and participating in tastings. Between the culinary delights of Moldovan cuisine and unique finds at local markets, every culinary experience is an adventure in itself. For a spiritual touch, visit the historical monasteries and churches that punctuate the landscape. In the evening, dive into the city's lively nightlife and soak up the warm atmosphere of local bars and clubs. In Chișinău, every street corner offers a new opportunity for discovery and wonder.

ℹ️ Additional information

Main aims and activities:

The Centre offers temporary residence, psychological counselling, social support medical assistance and legal support.

Additional Info:

  • Check list – what you need to bring with you: bed clothes and towels; warm clothes and goods, waterproof shoes in case of winter; 
  • Some information about your country: pictures, maps, books, coins, recipes, etc;
  • Small gifts from your country to give to people in your host project.

Participation: 1 to 12 weeks.

Additional fees: €420 for the first 4 weeks, then €110 per additional week.

Welcome all year round, free arrival date.

One-week stay: €190.

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📷 Project photos

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📅 Available sessions

MOL14/2020

07/01/2020 → 15/12/2023

Closed
Volunteers registered 2 / 3
♂ 0/1 ♀ 2/2

MOL14/2020AUTO-EXT

16/12/2023 → 23/11/2027

Open
Volunteers registered 2 / 3
♂ 0/1 ♀ 2/2

ℹ️ Key information

Age required

18–35 years old

Solidarity donation

420.00 EUR

French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).

📍 Location

Chișinău, Moldova

Moldova

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Moldovan Leu (MDL / L)

Exchange rate

1 MDL = 0.049899 EUR

Rate as of 31/05/2026

Timezone

Eastern European Summer Time

Local time: 21:55 (12/11/2026)

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Romanian