On June 21, 2024, the Ion Creanga State Pedagogical University of Chisinau (UPSC), represented by Rector Alexandra Barbăneagră, and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), represented by Bertrand Blanc, signed a Memorandum of Collaboration.
By signing this Memorandum, UPSC expressed its commitment to promoting and disseminating international humanitarian law, respecting human rights and international refugee law, and integrating refugee-related topics into its academic agenda and community services.
Recognizing the importance of spreading awareness about international refugee protection, UNHCR, through this agreement, commits to providing and regularly updating information on its activities in Moldova, the region, and globally. This includes joint publications, document translations, and organizing events to raise awareness about refugee issues in Moldova.
In line with the Memorandum’s guidelines, both parties have developed an Action Plan for the Academic Center for Refugee Protection “Sérgio Vieira de Mello” at UPSC. The Action Plan focuses on fostering research, community outreach, and psychological counseling for refugees. Through training programs, counseling, and assistance in finding resources and opportunities, the Center aims to facilitate refugees’ access to education, support their university studies, and help them acquire essential skills for successful integration.
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