Left Behind - Moldova
Synopsis
According to Moldova's Ministry of Education, 30,000 children have been left without parents who have gone abroad to seek work, creating a generation of social orphans.
Synopsis
At 6:00 AM in Zest, a small village in southern Moldova, Anton prepares breakfast for his younger siblings. Their mother left for Turkey five years ago, leaving Anton, now the head of the family, to care for them. With their father rarely present due to alcoholism, the children manage daily chores and attend a school lacking basic facilities. Moldova's Ministry of Education reports that around 30,000 children are in similar situations, often referred to as social orphans, as parents seek work abroad.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Anton, a child taking care of his siblings daily.
- See the conditions of a Moldovan school with no heating.
- Find out how many children in Anton's class have parents abroad.
Did You Know
- 30,000 children in Moldova are left without parents due to work abroad.
- Anton last saw his mother on December 20, five years ago.
- The family earns between $150 and $350 a year from farming.
- Anton has taken on the role of head of the family since age 11.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many children in Moldova have been left without parents due to work abroad?
According to Moldova's Ministry of Education, 30,000 children have been left without parents who have often illegally gone to seek work abroad.
What responsibilities does Anton have at home?
Anton is the head of the family and cooks breakfast for his younger brothers and sisters, as well as taking care of the animals on their farm.
What is the average annual income from the hot houses for Anton's family?
Depending on the harvest, they earn between $150 and $350 a year from their hot houses.
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