Diana Covalciuc

Diana Covalciuc is a pediatric rehabilitation specialist and the founder and director of the Tony Hawks Center, a pivotal pediatric rehabilitation facility in Moldova that supports children with disabilities. With over 40 years of experience, she believes that children with disabilities are not a medical tragedy but individuals on diverse developmental paths. Covalciuc emphasizes the importance of early intervention, family involvement, and a holistic approach to rehabilitation, reflecting on the systemic vulnerabilities that affect these children and advocating for better public policies to support their integration into society.