The Institute for Development and Social Initiatives “Viitorul” (IDIS), as a partner of the project “MĂ IMPLIC – Civic Engagement in Local Governance,” organized training sessions on November 19 and 21, 2025, dedicated to the budgetary process and the management of public revenues. The events brought together 40 representatives of local public authorities.

The aim of the sessions was to strengthen the capacity of Local Public Authorities (LPAs) in planning, managing, and effectively monitoring local budgets, as well as in applying modern practices of public revenue administration. The objectives included strengthening LPAs’ knowledge of the budget development, adoption, and execution process; analyzing the sources of local budget revenues; enhancing practical skills for managing own revenues and identifying new opportunities for their growth; determining the role of local taxes in the structure of public budgets; and examining best European practices and case studies adapted to the realities of Moldovan communities.

“Strengthening these competencies directly contributes to the ability of communities to finance quality public services, increase their investment attractiveness, and encourage citizens’ participation in decision-making. All of this translates into better living standards and well-being,” said Angela Matcov, Capacity Development Adviser within the MĂ IMPLIC Project.

“Proper and responsible financial management is the foundation of efficient local governance, capable of meeting community needs. Through these sessions, we aim to support local authorities in developing modern and effective approaches that enable realistic budget planning, revenue optimization, and improved internal processes,” stated Carolina Ungureanu, Deputy Director of IDIS “Viitorul.”

“We are confident that applying the knowledge gained from these sessions will contribute to better management of public finances and to strengthening institutional capacities at the local level,” said Angela Boguș, economist and expert in local public administration and public finance, trainer of the sessions.

“This activity is very useful for improving knowledge in planning and managing community resources. If we want a developed village, we need to build competencies in managing public finances,” emphasized Ina Codreanu, Mayor of Andrușul de Sus, Cahul district.

“We are currently in the process of consulting the local budget with citizens. There are some challenges in motivating citizens to participate. If the budget is consulted and implemented according to citizens’ expectations, it becomes a fair budget, and it makes the mayors’ work easier,” said Ala Procopciuc, Mayor of Călinești Commune, Fălești district.