On July 9, 2014, the Head of the Central Probation Office, VLADIMIR POPA, and the Deputy-head, SERGIU MARGARINT, met in a working session with the representatives of the Norwegian Mission of Rule of Law Advisers to Moldova (NORLAM), Ann Yvonne HOOEN - who served as an expert on probation during the years 2012 - June 2014 and Njsi GKIMSTAO - new appointed expert in this position.
During the meeting, VLADIMIR POPA talked about the importance of the Norwegian Mission for the entire probation system in Moldova, stressing that “until now, the activity of NORLAM is a successful one and increases the effectiveness of institutions which guarantee the human rights and the rule of law in Moldova in accordance with the commitments and objectives of European integration of the Republic of Moldova".
Njsi GKIMSTAO, within NORLAM said that “I will contribute to the improvement and development of relations between institutions during my activity in Moldova."
The NORLAM’s team includes qualified professionals from Norway, representatives of the justice (judges, prosecutors, lawyers, probation counsellors and heads of prison). During the meeting, was also discussed the need for training of the probation counsellors and trainers in order to train their practical skills and the development of their professional skills.
Ann Yvonne HOOEN said that she was pleased with the activity of the probation counsellors working with the juveniles from the No. 10 Goieni Prison, considering the transparency, responsiveness and their willingness for change.
The nomination meeting was held with the purpose of reporting the problems currently facing the probation system. The Central Probation Office management expressed gratitude for collaboration, support and assistance provided by the Norwegian Mission experts during their activity in Moldova.
