On February 20, 2025, at the Glia Impact Hub in Chisinau, took place the official launch of the "Impact Space" project, an initiative aimed at supporting and accelerating the development of social entrepreneurship in the Republic of Moldova.
The project, implemented by the East Europe Foundation - Moldova in partnership with EcoVisio, EBA and the Alliance of Organizations for People with Disabilities in Moldova, with the financial support of Sweden, aims to create a supportive ecosystem for social enterprises. Through mentoring, funding and strategic support, "Impact Space" will contribute to expanding their impact on vulnerable communities, including in the Gagauz autonomy and Transnistrian region.
The launch event brought together representatives of public authorities, funders, social entrepreneurs and non-governmental organizations to discuss challenges and opportunities in the sector. The partners involved presented the objectives and activities of the project and social entrepreneurs from Moldova shared their experiences and lessons learned.
A highlight of the event was the exhibition and sale of products made by social enterprises, giving participants the opportunity to discover and support local initiatives. The event also facilitated the exchange of ideas and the creation of new connections between actors in the field.