Republic of Moldova Violence Against Children and Youth Survey 2018-2019

The Violence Against Children Study (VACS) is a global effort to collect data on violence against children. The study monitors the prevalence of domestic violence, sexual violence, emotional violence, and exploitation. VACS aims to inform prevention efforts, policy regarding child safety, and the utilization of health services.  

The 2018-2019 VACS in Moldova was the first, national effort to estimate the prevalence of sexual, physical, and emotional violence against children and youth in the Republic of Moldova. Data were collected through a household survey. The study canvassed 1,021 females and 978 males between the ages of 13 to 24 years. The study split the sample into two age groups: participants 18 to 24 years and participants 13 to 17. The older group were canvassed for experiences of violent acts prior to age 18. The younger group were asked to recount experiences that had occurred in the 12 months preceding the survey.