Anatolie Cladicov, a young entrepreneur from Ungheni, launched a children's entertainment business in 2021, dedicating himself to its development with great passion.
The space designed for little ones can be adapted according to seasonal weather conditions. During the warm months, the area features outdoor inflatable trampolines, while in the cold season it transforms to celebrate the winter holidays with igloos and covered spaces.
In 2023, as part of the “EU4Moldova: Focal Regions” programme, funded by the European Union through its EU4Business Initiative and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Cladicov obtained financial assistance amounting to EUR 14,000. This funding was used to purchase a children’s carousel.
“I applied to the project to bring the carousel to Ungheni, creating a new point of attraction for the region,” says the young entrepreneur.
“Such attractions are typically found in the largest cities around the world.”
Through his business, Cladicov has successfully created jobs and transformed Ungheni into a central hub, attracting children and parents from all over the region.
“Once you experience your first success and witness your dreams come true, you realize that it’s possible to achieve your dreams more quickly, more effectively, and with a larger team,” says Cladicov.
“Good things can certainly happen in the Republic of Moldova,” he adds. “We can create jobs and develop, whether we are in Ungheni, Briceni, Cahul, or in any other region of the country.”
Looking ahead, Cladicov plans to apply for further financing projects to enhance the recreational area and make it appealing not just for children from Ungheni, but also to those from neighbouring localities.
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The “EU4Moldova: Focal Regions” Programme (2019–2024) supports intelligent, inclusive and sustainable socio-economic development in the Moldovan districts of Cahul and Ungheni to improve living standards for citizens.
The programme has a total budget of EUR 23 million, funded by the European Union under its EU4Business Initiative, which is implemented by UNDP and UNICEF.
