One – year project aimed at strengthening social work in IDP communities has been successfully completed. The aim of the project was to study community needs, identify challenges, and support concrete initiatives.
In frames of the project, Senaki mutual assistance group implemented two initiatives. One of them involved the creation of an isolated eco-park with recreational toys. This is a comfortable and safe space for mothers and children.
Participants of the initiative assessed the project's impact using an online questionnaire. They noted a significant increase in community activity and engagement, which is considered a positive outcome. The women's group has plans for the future and believes that similar initiatives should be continued.
The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women "Consent," the Women's Information Center, and Charity Humanitarian Women Fund “Sukhumi”.
This information guide for women joins practical and essential information on responding to cases of violence, available services, hotlines, shelters, legal and psychosocial support.
The aim of the guide is to help women, community leaders, and active citizens quickly obtain reliable information on ways of assistance and support mechanisms, as well as to learn about opportunities for economic empowerment.
The project is implemented with the support the Equality Fund (Canada)
The aim of the ordinary meeting of Kutaisi Women's Mutual assistance Group was to summarize the project's results.
During the meeting, participants spoke with particular emotions about the process of implementing civic initiatives that played a significant role in creating an atmosphere of trust and gratitude in the IDP community.
The group members emphasize that, despite positive changes, the communities still have numerous needs, so they try to use all available resources and address existing challenges.
The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women "Consent," the Women's Information Center, and Charity Humanitarian Women Fund “Sukhumi”.
Members of the mutual assistance group and the Network of Women and Youth Peace Ambassadors attended the meeting in Khoni.
Participants summarized the project results and noted the importance of the training cycle for acquiring knowledge and skills. They spoke about civic initiatives implemented in the community and expressed gratitude to the Women Fund “”Sukhumi, partner organizations, and donors.
The women are proud and pleased with the results of their work. Their community has gained increased trust, and if the project continues, many women are willing to actively participate in identifying and addressing community issues.
According to members of both groups, much work still needs to be done and they look forward to further collaboration with the Fund “Sukhumi”.
At the end of the meeting, the participants completed an anonymous online survey to determine how their perceptions of safety, well-being, and access to essential services have changed.
The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women "Consent," the Women's Information Center, and Charity Humanitarian Women Fund “Sukhumi”.
The aim of informational meetings held in Kutaisi and Senaki was to raise awareness among women and introduce them to resources that ensure the safety of women under the risk.
Participants received information about the forms and types of violence against women, as well as support services for victims of violence. They learned which hotlines are effective and why it is important to be aware of these services.
They noted that receiving such information is important, as people often do not realize that they can also become victims of online violence.
"We often don't realize that online harassment, stalking, or sharing personal information is a form of violence. Now we know whom to address for help."
According to the participants, such meetings help raise awareness in communities and promptly respond to cases of violence.
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
Poti mutual assistance group meeting was dedicated to summarization of the work done. The project's achievements in terms of empowering women and the changes implemented in the community were assessed.
Particular attention was paid to civic initiatives, which became one of the most important stages of the project. These initiatives not only addressed community problems but also inspired other women to get involved.
The group members shared their experiences and positive emotions with each other. They noted that participation in the project increased their self-confidence, strengthened their teamwork skills, and gave them the opportunity to actively participate in the problem-solving process.
The community still faces many unresolved issues. That's why they use various mechanisms of civic participation and actively collaborate with local government.
At the end of the meeting, the participants once again expressed their gratitude for the support. They hope that their collaboration with our organization will continue and that positive changes will happen in the IDP community.
The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women "Consent," the Women's Information Center, and Charity Humanitarian Women Fund “Sukhumi”.
When a woman has knowledge, support, and opportunity, she creates change that affects the entire community.
This video tells real stories of women from Georgia who learned new professions, started their own businesses, and took steps toward economic independence with the support of the Fund “Sukhumi.”
A strong woman should not be an exception, it should be the norm.
The project is implemented with the support of Brot für die Welt – Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
A final conference on "Women's Empowerment and Sustainable Mechanisms for Community Support: Experience, Results, and Impact" was held at “Gelati Residence” Hotel.
The meeting united 50 women from various municipalities: leaders and members of mutual assistance groups, paraprofessionals, participants of civic initiatives, and representatives of the Fund “Sukhumi”.
The women shared their experiences, achieved changes, and challenges during four thematic panels:
- Women's mutual assistance groups as a safe space for women's empowerment and digital skills development
- Civic initiatives implemented by the women that have led to real change in municipalities
- Paraprofessional support and its impact on women's lives
- Digital platforms and social networks to provide information on support services for women who have experienced violence, aiming at raising awareness and increasing access to services
The project evaluation showed that community-based support models strengthen social and economic inclusion, raise the importance of digital security and access to information, and build networks of mutual support and solidarity within communities.
At the end of the event, the awards were given to women who actively participated in the project.
The project is implemented with the support the Equality Fund (Canada)
Migration is a serious and highly relevant topic. The relationships between parents who have emigrated abroad and their children who remained at home are particularly emotional.
These issues leave no one indifferent: there are many examples, both from their own families and from their circle of relatives and neighbors.
These cases were discussed at meeting with women and girls in Kopitnari IDP settlement. Moreover, a psychologist from our organization attended the meeting. There were many questions, recollections of various stories, and advice from the psychologist...
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
