Technology-facilitated violence against women (TFVAW) often begins invisibly — within everyday digital communication, through access shared in the name of “trust,” and the gradual normalization of control in intimate relationships.
The video presents the real story of Tamar. Her testimony illustrates how sharing passwords, restricting personal space, and constant questioning in a partnership may initially be perceived as expressions of love, but over time transform into mechanisms of control and sources of lost freedom.
“I shared my passwords because I thought that was how trust was built. From that day on, my life no longer belonged to me. Questions, restrictions, control — all in the name of love. And slowly, I began to lose myself,” — Tamar.
Technology-facilitated violence against women and girls is often invisible, yet its consequences are real and severe. It limits personal autonomy, undermines a sense of safety, and erodes self-identity.
If there is a feeling that someone is controlling your digital space, this is an important warning sign. A relationship should never require the surrender of personal freedom.
Freedom should never be negotiable.
This project is implemented with the support of the WAVE Network
Poti mutual assistance group held its ordinary meeting. Participants discussed the 16-day campaign, its history and main goals, as well as the importance of awareness-raising and informing.
The group members noted that they will distribute thematic informational materials developed by the Women Fund “Sukhumi” in their communities and actively participate in awareness raising process. Participants also discussed community-based initiatives of mutual assistance group. The submitted applications were approved, and implementation will be completed by the end of December.
The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations, including the Association of IDP Women "Consent," the Women's Information Center, and Women's Charitable Humanitarian Fund "Sukhumi."
Nino Khonelidze, head of Kutaisi Institution for Assistance to Victims of Human Trafficking and Violence under the State Agency for Assistance to Victims of Human Trafficking and Violence, was invited to Khoni mutual assistance group meeting.
The aim of the meeting was to inform group members about violence, promotion of prevention, and popularization of local and state services working for victims of violence.
Participants received answers to their questions and informational materials from the Fund “Sukhumi”.
The second part of the meeting was devoted to the topic of community initiatives. Members of the mutual assistance group heard information about the current status of the projects and when they will be able to begin implementing them.
The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women “Consent” the Women's Information Center, and Women's Charitable - Humanitarian Fund “Sukhumi”.
At the invitation of EUMM Georgia, Ekaterine Gamakharia, Head of the Tbilisi Office of the Women’s Fund “Sukhumi,” delivered a lecture on: “Women, Peace and Security in Practice; Human Security and Violence Against Women in Conflict-Affected Communities.”
The meeting was held within the framework of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. Ekaterine presented the key areas of the organization’s work, recent research findings, and the main security challenges faced by internally displaced and conflict-affected women — including rising social and economic risks, high prevalence of violence, and limited access to support services.
The discussion highlighted the importance of a human-centered approach in designing and implementing security policies, as well as the need to strengthen cooperation between civil society and international security actors.
The project is implemented with the support of Brot für die Welt.
What does the 16-Day Campaign mean, what is its history, and what is its goal? - These questions were discussed with members of Senaki mutual assistance group, as the meeting was part of the campaign.
Participants emphasized that violence against women is an evil that must be combated by educating women. Group members were given brochures about the topic, which they will distribute in their communities.
Participants were provided with information about the community initiatives presented by the group. The applications were approved, and the initiatives will be implemented by the end of December.
The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women "Consent," the Women's Information Center, and the Women's Charitable Humanitarian Fund “Sukhumi”.
On December 4, at the Kutaisi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Women’s Fund “Sukhumi” held a regional conference within the global “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence” campaign. The event aimed to summarize long-standing practices in violence prevention and response, as well as the key results from 2025.
Around 70 participants attended from 10 municipalities across Imereti, Guria, Samegrelo, and Adjara, including mobilizers of Women’s Support Centers, para-specialists of social work, youth groups, civil society organizations, and international partners.
Discussions explored violence prevention not only through individual cases but also within broader systemic and structural contexts.
The conference featured three thematic panels:
On-the-ground work with women’s groups
Risk identification, first-line support, trauma response, and strengthening community-based mechanisms.
Youth-led initiatives
Youth representatives presented campaigns and community projects, highlighting the new generation’s motivation and ability to contribute to positive change.
Work with women survivors of violence
Focus areas: psychological support, economic empowerment, rehabilitation services, media literacy, and digital safety.
A key insight from the final discussion was that technology-facilitated abuse is one of the fastest-growing threats in 2025, including online surveillance, cyberbullying, unauthorized account access, and digital manipulation.
The project is implemented with the support of Brot für die Welt.
The brochure “Technology-Facilitated Violence in Intimate Relationships – Recognize and Protect Yourself” is a practical guide designed to help women and girls identify and respond to digital forms of abuse such as surveillance, control, and intimidation. It outlines the main types of technology-facilitated violence, legal protection mechanisms, and prevention tools—raising awareness and encouraging action: recognize, speak up, act!
The publication is prepared by the Charity-Humanitarian Women Fund "Sukhumi" with the support of the WAVE Network.
The project implemented with the support of the WAVE Network
Digital abuse is no longer invisible.
It happens when a partner uses phones, social media, location tracking, or any digital tools to control, monitor, intimidate, or threaten you.
The first signs are often subtle - “Give me your password,” “Show me your messages,” “Why weren’t you online?”
But the outcome is the same: loss of personal boundaries.
Project implemented by the Women’s Fund “Sukhumi” with support from the WAVE Network.
Women's mutual assistance groups help each other, motivate, and strengthen each other. It's especially interesting when those gathered hear stories of successful women, and the psychologist encourages them to improve their self-esteem.
Kutaisi women's mutual assistance group had a successful guest. This happened at meetings in Tskaltubo and Terjola also. This provided great motivation for the group members.
Productive meetings were held in Khurcha and Kobuleti. Women discussed a variety of issues, including support for the Fund “Sukhumi”. In Terjola, our forum theater held performance for the group participants, and after the performances, a frank and emotional discussion was held.
Meetings were held in all groups in November. Each new meeting is proof that our organization is committed to empowering women living in the regions.
The project is implemented with the support the Equality Fund (Canada)
