More than 100 NGOs signed a statement.  „For the third year in a row, Georgian civil society has been telling Ivanishvili that we are not going to live and work under Russian laws. Russian law, in any form, will never be Georgia’s choice. We, the signatory Georgian independent non-governmental and media organizations, remain faithful to the Constitution of Georgia and our mission—to serve the Georgian people“.  More… Source: csf.ge

UN human rights experts urge the Government of Georgia to take concrete measures to investigate allegations of excessive use of force by law enforcement officials, torture and ill-treatment, and arbitrary detention of peaceful demonstrators and media workers during protests that erupted in the country in November and December 2024 and prevent further violence. “Given the gravity of these events, we expect the Georgian authorities to authorise independent, impartial, transparent and effective investigations in accordance with international standards. Anyone arbitrarily detained should be released, and those in need of medical attention must be provided with it,” the experts said.  More… Source: United Nations Georgia

The Georgian Young Lawyers Association publishes the results of monitoring. “ Since November 28, 2024, Georgia has been gripped by large-scale legitimate protests. Protests have been held daily in Tbilisi. The legitimate protests are caused by the suspension of negotiations on accession to the European Union by the Georgian Dream. In addition, these protests are also a continuation of protests related to the elections and, in general, against the democratic backsliding and sharp deterioration of the human rights situation in the country, which were held at various times in 2024”. Mpre… Source: GYLA

In Georgia, 1 in 2 women aged 15-69 in Georgia has experienced at least one form of violence in her lifetime.  1 in 4 of ever-partnered women in Georgia has experienced violence from her intimate partner.  Follow the link for the National Survey on Violence against women in Georgia 2022: https://shorturl.at/JLMT The National Survey on Violence against women in Georgia 2022 was conducted by the UN Women and the National Statistics Office of Georgia within the framework of the “Ending Violence against Women and Girls in Georgia” project funded by the European Union and UN Women’s regional flagship programme "Making Every Woman and Girl Count" in Europe and Central Asia. S ource: UN Women

Tbilisi. Tolerance and Diversity Institute (TDI) published the report - FREEDOM OF RELIGION AND BELIEF IN GEORGIA, 2023.  The report addresses the following topics: „The state’s religious policy, existing discrimination in legislation, property rights of minority religious organizations, important court cases, the state funding of religious organizations, crimes committed on religious grounds, religion and education, and anti-Semitism“.  More… Source: TDI

121 Georgian non-governmental and media organizations continue their legal battle against the “Russian law”, for which we will appeal to the Constitutional Court. Along with the lawsuit, as a temporary measure until the court makes a final decision, we also demand to suspend the implementation of the unconstitutional provisions of the law. More… Source: transparency.ge

Tbilisi.35 years ago, the world recognized that children have rights, including the right to express opinions and participate in decision-making. Georgia joined the Convention 30 years ago, in 1994.  „The importance of children's active participation is emphasized in the Child Rights Code of Georgia. Children have the right to freely express their opinions on matters that impact them. It's crucial to consider these views while making decisions that affect their lives“.  Source: UNICEF Georgia

On June 10, at 16.00 pm, the Tolerance and Diversity Institute (TDI) and the Norwegian Centre for Human Rights under the University of Oslo, in partnership with the Ilia State University, have the pleasure of inviting you to the public panel discussion: Freedom of Religion or Belief for All in Georgia and Beyond. Time: June 10, 16.00 - 18.00 Location: Ilia State University, Center for Advanced Studies (3 Giorgi Tsereteli str., building S, room 800)  More…

Tbilisi. IDFI published Brief Assessment: “Political Vandalism in Tbilisi on 31 May” In the document underline“. The developments that occurred on May 31 are not an isolated case. Since the re-initiation of the Russian-style foreign agents law, numerous organized incidents of attacks, both verbal and physical, on individuals with critical opinions have emerged”. More… Source: idfi.ge

Tbilisi.Georgian Down Syndrome Association has initiated a new and significant project titled "Action with Equal Rights."  The project aims to empower young people with Down syndrome, enabling them to become self-advocates and increasing their participation in civil activism. Through the project's activities, Georgian Down Syndrome Association aim to cultivate self-advocates within the country who possess the skills to participate in various advisory councils for people with disabilities.  They will be equipped to articulate their rights and advocate for the enhancement of the quality of life for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The financial support for the project comes from the NDI head office, as part of the Equal Rights in Action Fund program. More... Source: Georgian Down Syndrome Association

Tbilisi. UNDP Georgia publishes the compilation of articles ‘Human Rights Protection: European Experience and National Challenges’.  This impressive collection shares European countries' human rights protection experiences from legislative and practical perspectives. Serving as a valuable resource for decision-makers, lawyers, human rights defenders, and scholars, the publication has been produced by თსუ საერთაშორისო სამართლის ინსტიტუტი • TSU International Law Institute with assistance from European Union in Georgia, UNDP Georgia, and OHCHR. More... Source: UNDP Georgia

Kakheti.Rights Georgia Held a Meeting Regarding Women's Rights at Telavi State University. The participants discussed the importance of gender equality, domestic and gender-based violence and its various forms, women's equal rights to inheritance, violence prevention and suppression mechanisms. The meeting was organized as part of the project "Empowering Female Victims of Violence through Strategic Litigation," which is being implemented by Rights Georgia with the support of the USAID Rule of Law Program. More... Source: Rights Georgia

Tbilisi. Human Rights Center published analytical document “Monitoring findings regarding administrative cases – against civil activists’’. "Miscarriages identified as a result of the trial monitoring are related to both administrative detention of Human Rights Defenders (“HRDs”) and civil activists and the hearing of their cases in court", mention document.  More… Source: Human Rights Center

Tbilisi. In celebration of World Down Syndrome Day, the integrated theater "Azdaki's Garden" will be showcasing the play "Hellados" as part of their promotion.  In the mystical realm of the theater, where dreams come alive, the power of inclusivity shines bright like a blazing star.  A diverse troupe, united in spirit, rises above all odds, battling against the chains of societal norms and stereotypes. Their strength knows no bounds as they pave their own path to victory.  More… Source: Georgian Down Syndrome Association

Tbilisi. On March 6, TDI held a public discussion “Freedom of Religion or Belief and Women’s Rights in Georgia” at Ilia Chavchavadze Literary-Memorial Museum.  The speakers at the public discussion were Anna Chernyshova, UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Georgia, Rusudan Gotsiridze, bishop of the Evangelical-Baptist Church in Georgia, Hurie Abashidze, the representative of the 'Solidarity Community' and Tozu Gulmamedli, the representative of 'Sapari'.  The event was moderated by Eka Chitanava, the Tolerance and Diversity Institute (TDI). The speakers and participants discussed the issues of intersection of freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) and women’s rights; global context and international standards; common misunderstandings and interpretations related to the exercise of FoRB and gender equality; attitudes within religious communities; the issues of autonomy of religious institutions and women’s roles and rights; the challenges faced by Georgian ethnic Azerbaijani and Muslim women in different fields, their access to education and employment, discrimination and marginalization issues; the role of different stakeholders in promoting the protection of FoRB, women’s rights and respect for diversity and inclusion.  More…  Source: tdi.ge

Tbilisi.With International Women's Day approaching, we want to emphasize once again the need to empower adolescent girls and protect them from the risks of early marriage. Early marriage has an extremely negative impact on girls' lives. Not infrequently, as a result, they are left without education, employment prospects and social connections. Early marriage may also lead to complications during pregnancy and childbirth.  Also, girls often become victims of violence from family members. More... Source: UNICEF Georgia

Tbilisi.With the support of UN Women, the Tbilisi Municipality – City Assembly and City Hall have taken a significant step forward by approving an Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response Mechanism. This is the first case of the local authority implementing such a document. The approved document unequivocally prohibits sexual harassment, whether perpetrated by employees of the municipality or political officials. It outlines clear protocols for identifying, addressing, and imposing respective sanctions in cases of sexual harassment. UN Women remains committed to supporting other municipalities and central governmental entities in their efforts to combat sexual harassment. More... Source: UN Women Georgia

Tbilisi.The collaborative initiative between Georgian Down Syndrome Associationassociation and  Media and TV Art College, titled "Solidary media vision among youth," has been successfully finished. There were ten training sessions conducted as part of the project. Experts and activists with disabilities were invited to educate the graduates and students on appropriate ways to report on individuals with disabilities and topics concerning them. The project was implemented with the financial support of Skills Agency Georgia. More... Source: Georgian Down Syndrome Association

Imereti. CHCA another productive session with the members of the Gender Equality Council of the Khoni Municipality.  CHCA delved into important discussions surrounding SMP, aiming to address crucial issues and pave the way for positive change. CHCA is thrilled to announce that these efforts are part of the larger project, "Integrated Territorial Development of Khoni Municipality," spearheaded by the City Hall of Khoni Municipality and Charity Humanitarian Center "Abkhazeti" (CHCA). With generous financial support from the European Union for Georgia (EUD), CHCA is empowered to make tangible strides towards a more equitable and thriving community. More... Source: CHCA

In the face of the raising challenges of online abuse, cyberbullying, and discrimination, the proactive strategies to cultivate a safer digital space for women has never been more urgent. As we approach Human Rights Day, read the practical approaches that empower individuals to stand against these issues, contribute to fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity online and create a digital world that reflects the principles of equality and human rights for all. More... Source: European Union in Georgia

Tbilisi.The winners of the “EU Human Rights in Film Award” 2023 have been revealed!  EU Ambassador Pawel Herczynski awarded the outstanding filmmakers in two categories at the Tbilisi International Film Festival. Congratulations to two talented creators for their impactful contributions to human rights storytelling, Luka Beradze the winner of the documentary award for his film “Smiling Georgia” and Abbas Amini, the winner in the fiction category for his film „Endless Borders“.  More… Source: EU