In frames of the project "Women Define the Level of Human Security to Build Trust and Lasting Peace", a cycle of workshops began on the theme "Gender aspects of human security."
The first workshop was held in Kutaisi, in the office of Fund "Sukhumi". The audience was diverse: governmental and non-governmental organizations, women activists, students, teachers, lawyers, journalists.
Workshop was preceded by a research on human security in the six cities of Western Georgia: Kutaisi, Khoni, Khurcha, Zugdidi, Tskhaltubo, Senaki and Poti. The workshop began with presentation of research results, than there was a group work - what should be done to improve human security.
The participants presented recommendations for the individual components. It was developed a general guidelines for the relevant authorities both at local and central levels.
Of particular interest was the topic of human security in the workshop, held in the auditorium of Sakrebulo of Khoni Municipality. The diverse audience has developed important recommendations.
Workshop held in Women's Support Centre of Tskhaltubo was also too important. The recommendations showed that the improvement of security level in terms of gender should be a priority for the state, as creation of a safe environment for women is the guarantor of a stable, healthy future.
The project is implemented with the support of Kvinna till Kvinna,
women’s Foundation (Sweden)
