The report “Explaining Fertility Intentions in the Republic of Moldova” (2022), authored by Khatia Nadaraia, examines the socio-economic and cultural factors influencing fertility intentions in Moldova, using data from the 2020 Generations and Gender Survey (GGS). The analysis highlights key drivers such as economic stability, flexible work arrangements, and gender-egalitarian household dynamics. Findings show that economic resources, relationship satisfaction, and modern childcare support systems positively influence fertility intentions, particularly among younger women. The report emphasizes policy recommendations like promoting economic empowerment, expanding access to flexible work arrangements, encouraging equitable division of household labor, and ensuring universal childcare availability.
Nadaraia, K. (2022). Explaining Fertility Intentions in the Republic of Moldova. GGS Fellowship Programme. United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, and Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI). Download