Corruption, gender and groups at risk of discrimination in Moldova

This Anti-Corruption Helpdesk brief was produced in response to a query from a U4 Partner Agency. The U4 Helpdesk is operated by Transparency International in collaboration with the U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Centre based at the Chr. Michelsen Institute.

Query

What are the gender dimensions of corruption in Moldova? How are other groups at risk of discrimination also affected by corruption?

The intersection of discrimination and corruption in Moldova is relatively understudied. However, some case studies and evidence suggests that groups at risk of discrimination are affected disproportionately by corruption, particularly when accessing healthcare and other public services in the country.

Contents

1. Background
2. The impact of corruption on groups at risk of discrimination in Moldova
   1. Women and girls
   2. Ethnic minorities and refugees
   3. LGBT+ people
   4. People with disabilities
3. Gender-sensitive and inclusive anti-corruption measures in Moldova
   1. National equality framework
   2. Disaggregated research and data collection
   3. Reporting mechanisms and awareness raising
   4. Gender affirmative policies
4. References

Authors

Caitlin Maslen

Reviewers

Jamie Bergin and Marie Chêne (TI)

Monica Kirya (U4)

Date

21/03/2025

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