Event Invitation: Presentation of the Study “The Economic Cost of Gender Inequalities in the Republic of Moldova”

The study concludes that persistent gender inequalities generate enormous economic costs because women are insufficiently involved in economic life. Although the Republic of Moldova made some progress over the last decade, recent labour market statistics show that economic gender inequalities are larger and have grown in recent years. The event will address which areas are most affected, what passive involvement of women costs the economy, and what solutions could improve gender equality.

The agenda opens at 11:00 with remarks by Adrian Lupușor, Natalia Vîlcu and representatives of the Swedish Embassy. Iurie Morcotîlo presents the study at 11.10, followed at 11:25 by Arina Țurcan's case study on reconciling family and professional life and access to pre-school education. Questions and discussion start at 11:40, and the event ends at 12.15. Participation should be confirmed with Natalia Volontir by email or telephone.