Tbilisi.The course is led jointly by the Tolerance and Diversity Institute (TDI) and the Norwegian Centre for Human Rights, University of Oslo Universitetet i Oslo (UiO)   This is the first certified course in Georgia fully focused on FoRB and its relation to other rights.  The course consists of four online modules and the final one-day workshop to be held in a physical space.  During the course tutors, experts from the Oslo Coalition under the Norwegian Centre for Human Rights, University of Oslo, University of Oxford and the TDI will discuss the right to freedom of religion of belief for all, theoretical foundations of this right, international standards, its relation to other rights, domestic legislation related to FoRB in Georgia and beyond.  More... Source: The Tolerance and Diversity Institute

Imereti. Local Democracy Agency Georgia, within the framework of the project - "Civil Society STAR Initiative", provided a consultation with members of civil society organizations and active citizens of Kharagauli municipality.   At the meeting was given the information about the grant competitions announced in the Imereti region;  also, was introduced the documents prepared on the basis of the needs of civil society organizations operating in the Imereti region. More... Source:  Local Democracy Agency Georgia

On September 26-27, representatives from IDFI and The USAID Economic Governance Program held other meetings within the framework of the Regional Campaign in Ozurgeti and Zugdidi. In both municipalities the representatives from the public and NGO sectors participated in the meetings and discussed both existing problems and challenges in public-private dialogue, as well as examples of good practices. More... Source: IDFI 

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Tbilisi. “Generation of Independent Georgia: In Between Hopes and Uncertainties- Youth Study 2023” - initiated and funded by Friedrich-Ebert Stiftung (FES), South Caucasus Regional Office. Study presents a country wide empirical research, which provides analytical insights into the young generation’s perceptions, awareness, expectations and approaches towards the changing realities. The study determines challenges young people face and identifies urgent tasks within the society.  Study... source: Friedrich-Ebert Stiftung

Tbilisi. 25 Georgian journalists underwent a 2-day training program within the EU-funded EU4IM project and delved into crucial topics, including reporting on events in hostile environments, stress management techniques for high-risk situations, and essential first aid. The goal of this training was to empower journalists with practical skills and, through virtual reality (VR) technology, arming them with the tools needed to navigate and mitigate risks while covering protests and riots. source: EU

Tbilisi. Georgian CSO's appeal to the President of the European Commission. “ (…) Given the complex geopolitical situation that presents Georgia with pressing security issues, granting candidate status to Georgia would be crucial in enhancing Georgia's security during these challenging times and allowing Georgia to devote more efforts to democratic reforms.  We, the civil society organisations, express our hope that the EU Commission recommends granting EU membership candidate status to Georgia. This would mark another milestone toward fulfilling Georgia's historic choice, serve as a catalyst for continuous democratic reforms that strengthen institutions, and bolster Georgia's, as well as Europe's, security”.  More… Source: grass.org

On 26 September we celebrate linguistic diversity with the European Day of Languages!  "Language is not just a means of communication, it's a vital part of every country's rich cultural heritage. That's why the EU proudly maintains 24 official languages and celebrates the European Day of Languages together with the Council of Europe every year to honour linguistic diversity, promote language learning, and foster intercultural understanding" More... source: EU

Tbilisi. Mestumre is embarking on a remarkable journey that will span six months, touching the lives of individuals from eight elderly houses across Georgia.  This training will equip volunteers with the essential skills needed to ensure that their interactions with the elderly are not only pleasant but also constructive throughout the project.   more... source: MAC Georgia

Tbilisi.Transport plays a major role in air pollution.  On this European Mobility Week join us to promote zero-emission mobility to reduce pollution!  more...  source: EU

Shida Kartli. On the occasion of the International Day of Peace, celebrated worldwide on 21 September, the town of Gori witnessed a grassroots gathering that united diverse groups, including conflict-affected women, youth, internally displaced persons, and residents living near the Administrative Boundary Line with South Ossetia/Tskhinvali region.  This community event, aligning with the global Peace Day theme “Actions for Peace”, was organised by the local women-led organization “Peace Research Centre Tbilisi”, committed to promoting a culture of peace, understanding, and respect for diversity.  The celebration was supported by the European Union (EU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), as part of the EU4Dialogue project. more... source: EU

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Today, the European Union stands as Georgia's largest trading partner.  Our focus? Elevating standards and quality, all while cherishing Georgian heritage, traditions, and culture.  The EU and Georgia are on a shared mission to create a cleaner environment and promote sustainable lifestyles More... Source: EU

Opportunity for people living in Ozurgeti, Chokhatauri and Lanchkhuti!  If you want to learn more about the European approaches in agriculture, apply for the training programme conducted by CENN within the EU-funded project:  In Chokhatauri, 25-26 September In Ozurgeti, 27-28 September In Lanchkhuti, 29-30 September more...  Source: jobs.ge

Samegrelo-Svaneti. USAID partnered with GITA to organize a tech festival for young people in Chuberi and Mestia.  The festival helped young people learn digital and entrepreneurial skills, as well as knowledge of topics like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D modeling, and STEM.  More... Source: USAID/Georgia

Tbilisi. Human Rights Center published - “INTERIM REPORT ON MONITORING PUBLIC ASSEMBLIES”.  “The Report identifies breaches of domestic legislation regarding the right to freedom of assembly and manifestation as well as its practical realization and offers legal analysis. Additionally, the Report assesses the activities of the law enforcement officers during the demonstrations in coherence with the law. The Report summarizes the monitoring results and key findings”. More… Source: Human Rights Center

Tbilisi. Based on publicly available information, IDFI considers that “holding Georgian citizenship by Partskhaladze violates Georgian Constitution and the organic law. Therefore, Ministry of Justice should initiate the process of termination of his citizenship and/or make a relevant explanation More… Source: idfi.ge

Tbilisi. Rondeli fund published new publication of Russian Expansion in the Caucasus and Georgia. It aims to cover the Georgian-Russian relations of the XVIII-XX centuries in a manner different from the widely propagated perspective of the official Russia. From Intermarium to the Three Seas Initiative: Poland, Georgia, and Geopolitical Games.  More … Source Rondeli fund

Tbilisi. For decades, Soviet propaganda claimed the Soviet Union entered the World War II in 1941. That is a lie. For the USSR the war started on September 17, 1939 when the Red Army invaded Poland from the East as a Nazi ally.  more... Source: Soviet Past Research Laboratory  

84% of surveyed Georgians believe Georgia shares good relations with the EU, which remains the most trusted foreign institution (78%) according to the latest opinion poll carried out annually by the EU neighbours east programme in the six EaP countries since 2016.  Check out the results of the 2023 poll here https://bit.ly/44Zj9Xb  Source: https://euneighbourseast.eu

Tbilisi. ISEFD publishes a new research " CHALLENGES FOR ELECTION CAMPAIGN FINANCE IN GEORGIA" "The present study aimed to identify the financial challenges for the election campaigns of the political parties during the elections, as well as invisible barriers for regional politicians, women, representatives of ethnic minorities, and independent candidates. To achieve this aim, the study intended to differentiate the party revenues according to its sources; analyze donation schemes; identify the activities carried out by the electoral subjects to raise the campaign funds; compare election campaign expenditures according to the years, electoral subjects and categories of spending; analyze the attitudes toward supporting the women candidates in political parties; define how parties manage additional state funding obtained through internal party quotas; and analyze the policy toward supporting the candidates representing the ethnic minorities. " source: ISEFD

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