Tiraspol blocks Promo-LEX’s participation in the education working group of experts from both banks of the Nistru

Tiraspol blocks the participation of Promo-LEX representatives in the working group for education, which consists of experts from both banks of the Nistru. The meeting, which was supposed to address several issues regarding the militarization of educational institutions in the separatist region, did not happen after Tiraspol categorically refused to allow it in the presence of Promo-LEX representative lawyer Vadim Vieru.

During the meeting, the lawyer from Promo-LEX was to present several findings and proposals regarding the militarization of educational institutions in the region, including:

• Forcing minors to enroll and later join paramilitary structures;

• Using the education system as a tool for propaganda and political indoctrination;

• The lack of protection mechanisms for students and their families in the context of exposure to militarist practices;

• The need for stricter control and international monitoring to prevent child abuse and blatant human rights violations.

“However, the Tiraspol administration categorically refused to continue the meeting in the presence of the Promo-LEX representative, resorting to unfounded excuses, indicating a clear lack of genuine willingness to address the issues raised. This approach violates fundamental human rights principles and undermines efforts for constructive dialogue on education and child protection,” said Promo-LEX in a press release.

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Chisinau representatives emphasized the need for Promo-LEX lawyer Vadim Vieru to participate, highlighting the importance of the Association’s human rights expertise and the necessity of involving all relevant stakeholders. The Government’s representatives pointed out that the involvement of independent experts in discussions about educational issues and children’s rights in the Transnistrian region is crucial to finding fair and sustainable solutions.

Thus, Promo-LEX:

1. Firmly condemns the Tiraspol administration’s attitude, which shows disregard for the fundamental rights of children and the respect for international norms.
2. Reiterates the importance of involving civil society and independent experts in regulating and solving education and human rights issues in the Transnistrian region.
3. Calls on international institutions and dialogue partners to intensify monitoring and mediation efforts to ensure that children’s rights in the region are protected and respected according to international standards and conventions.
4. Warns that Tiraspol’s unjustified and repeated refusal to cooperate in working groups undermines any attempt to find genuine and viable solutions to serious issues in the region, including violations of the right to education.

In defending human rights in the Transnistrian region, Promo-LEX emphasizes that transparent discussions, a genuine openness to dialogue, and the participation of independent experts are fundamental conditions for improving the situation of children’s rights and ensuring a safe, educational environment free from militaristic or propagandist interference.

Promo-LEX will continue monitoring the situation in the region, informing the public and competent national and international institutions about reported abuses, and advocating for fundamental rights and freedoms for people in the Transnistrian area, as cited by TV8.