Transformative power of gender- and conflict-sensitive media practices in peace-building efforts in Moldova

For more than 30 years, the population of the Republic of Moldova has been living in two distinct media spaces, as a result of the “frozen” conflict on the Dniester. The media, considered an “open window to the world”, reflects the social, economic, political and cultural realities on both banks of the Dniester. Moreover, it has the “power” to influence our perceptions, having the capacity to maintain a constructive dialogue and to contribute to identifying solutions for reconciliation and rapprochement. “The media has the power to break down barriers or to strengthen them. In our region, both are often valid, depending on who controls the narratives.” This statement highlights the dual nature of the media, which can be, at the same time, a unifying and divisive factor, being influenced by broader political and social agendas.

This guide was produced by the Independent Press Association (API) in partnership with UN Women, within the project ‘Building sustainable and inclusive peace, strengthening trust and social cohesion on both banks of the Dniester River’, jointly implemented by the UN Office for Human Rights (OHCHR), UNDP, UN Women and funded through the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund (UN PBF).

This report is only available in Romanian.

Source: UN Women, 2024

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