Tbilisi. With the support of the UN Women and the Georgian Stock Exchange, the international and local banking and financial sectors have come together to empower women. The annual global initiative Ring the Bell for Gender Equality was held again in Georgia. The event focused on the vital role of the banking and financial sector in achieving gender equality. Read more… Source: The organization’s page on the social network

Tbilisi. The series of trainings on the topic: "Women's Rights and Gender Equality ”, which was attended by more than 200 women involved in the Women’s Economic Empowerment project have ended. The trainings covered issues such as: gender, gender identity, gender norms and socialization, gender stereotypes and sexual harassment. The project is implemented by Taso Foundation with the support of the UN Women and the Government of Norway. Read more… Source: The organization’s page on the social network

Tbilisi. The public defender of Georgia publishes the survey report: Assessment to the needs of women and girls with disabilities and the state of protection of their rights in Georgia. “According to the research, the protection of the rights of women and girls with disabilities, at the policy level, is not a priority. Some positive changes, which are reflected in the creation of appropriate regulations or programs to improve the standards of protection of the rights of persons with disabilities, can not be considered as an effective way to protect the rights of women and girls with disabilities. These approaches and programs fail to see the needs of women and girls with disabilities, which for the most part may differ from the needs of men with disabilities. The state does not have a systemic vision of how to improve the protection of the rights of women and girls with disabilities in all areas of life”. This publication was prepared by the Public Defender's Office of Georgia with the support of UN Women in the framework of the project “Good Governance for Gender Equality in Georgia generously funded by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Read more… Source: ombudsman.ge

Tbilisi. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the UN Women and the National Agency of Public Registry. “UN Women and the National Agency of Public Registry of the Ministry of Justice of Georgia will cooperate in strengthening gender equality and women's empowerment”.  Read more… Source: The organization’s page on the social network

Tbilisi. UN Women Country Representative in Georgia, Kaori Ishikawa held a meeting with the State Minister of Georgia for Reconciliation and Civic Equality, Tea Akhvlediani. At the meeting, the Women, Peace, and Security agenda implementation in Georgia was discussed, where parties underlined the importance of advancing the work on women’s meaningful participation in conflict prevention and peacebuilding. Read more… Source: The organization’s page on the social network

Tbilisi. During March 9 and 10, UN Women in partnership with the DCAF - Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance, is organizing a training for the representatives of the National Security Council, the Georgian Intelligence Service and the State Security Service. “The training aims at familiarizing the participants with gender equality principles, international and local commitments of the Women, Peace and Security agenda, as well as ways of integrating the gender perspective”. Read more… Source: The organization’s page on the social network

Tbilisi. This joint statement is issued by the United Nations system in Georgia, the Delegation of the European Union to Georgia, the Council of Europe Office in Georgia the Embassies to Georgia of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. “The UN and the partners are committed to delivering life-saving support to all people affected by conflict, wherever they are, particularly women, children, older persons, those belonging to minorities, and those with disabilities, internally displaced, refugees, and stranded third country nationals at this time of greatest need. Partnerships with civil society, women’s rights activists and peacemakers are crucial. On this International Women’s Day, we, the international community in Georgia, extend compassion and solidarity to people affected by conflicts, in this difficult time. Solidarity must be extended without any discrimination. We join the UN Secretary General’s call for an immediate cessation of hostilities. This conflict must stop now. The people in Georgia and the world demand it. We must give peace a chance”. Read more… Source: georgia.un.org

Taso Foundation is visiting target villages as part of the Women’s Economic Empowerment project. On March 4, the Foundation held a working meeting in Ergneti. The meeting was attended by women living in the villages of Ergneti and Brotsleti. The meeting was dedicated to getting to know the project participants better, discussing project details and identifying local needs. Taso Foundation is implementing the project in Shida Kartli, Samegrelo, Guria, Imereti and Racha-Lechkhumi regions with the support of the UN Women and the Norwegian Government. Read more… Source: The organization’s page on the social network

Tbilisi. According to the information of UNICEF Georgia the theme for International Women’s Day, 8 March, 2022 (IWD 2022) is, “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”, recognizing the contribution of women and girls around the world, who are leading the charge on climate change adaptation, mitigation, and response, to build a more sustainable future for all. “Advancing gender equality in the context of the climate crisis and disaster risk reduction is one of the greatest global challenges of the 21st century. The issues of climate change and sustainability have had and will continue to have, severe and lasting impacts on our environment, economic and social development. Those who are amongst the most vulnerable and marginalized experience the deepest impacts. Women are increasingly being recognized as more vulnerable to climate change impacts than men, as they constitute the majority of the world’s poor and are more dependent on the natural resources which climate change threatens the most. At the same time, women and girls are effective and powerful leaders and change-makers for climate adaptation and mitigation”. Read more… Source: georgia.unwomen.org

Tbilisi. UNDP Georgia and the Bank of Georgia signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support the up-and-coming generation of women business leaders. “This unprecedented partnership is expected to create game-changing opportunities for over 200 women-led startups and growing companies across the country”. Read more… Source: www.ge.undp.org

Tbilisi. Un Women Georgia publishes 'The Country Gender Equality Profile' (CGEP) a guide to assess the existing situation regarding women’s empowerment and gender equality.  “The CGEP describes and analyses the present situation in Georgia mainly based on the indicators of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while at the same time considering the BPfA and CEDAW frameworks”. Read more… Source: georgia.unwomen.org

Tbilisi. Taso Foundation offers you to join the global campaign dedicated to International Women's Day - Break The Bias. “Copy this post and as a sign of solidarity, upload your photo with crossed arms, or share a poster created specially for the campaign. Tag five friends and challenge them to join the campaign”. Read more… Source: The organization’s page on the social network

Tbilisi. The analytical document is the second chapter of a study conducted by the Social Justice Center titled “Everyday Lives and Multifaceted Oppression of Muslim Women of Georgia.” “The chapter summarizes the issues and difficulties of employment, housework and working in agriculture in Marneuli Municipality and highland Adjara. The document also addresses the economic hardships of families, employment prospects for women living in rural areas, the reasons for taking on debt and credit, the hard work of women at home, and other issues”. Read more… Source: socialjustice.org.ge

Tbilisi. According to the information of Women’s fund in Georgia, Ukrainian Women’s Fund, FemFund in Poland, Women’s Fund Armenia and Women's Fund in Georgia with the financial support of filia.die frauenstiftung and Federal Foreign Office launched a joint project “Feminist Landscapes – Civil society dialogue with all voices”. “Project aims to promote participation of marginalized women’s groups, increase their capacity and strengthen their voice in the women’s/feminist movement”. Read more… Source: womenfundgeorgia.org

Tbilisi. UN Women Georgia publishes the publication that was prepared in the framework of the UN Women project “Good Governance for Gender Equality in Georgia” supported by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The publication shows that women are under-represented in decision-making positions in the parliament, executive government, civil service, and local government. Read more… Source: georgia.unwomen.org

Tbilisi. According to the information of the UNDP Georgia on 24 January, women councillors got together at their annual forum to discuss the next steps to bringing women’s perspectives to local politics. Read more… Source: www.ge.undp.org

Tbilisi. The analytical document describes challenges and barriers in healthcare system that are experienced by women living in Marneuli municipality and highland Adjara. "You might feel pain but you do not pay attention because it costs a lot to see a doctor. We do not have a context where you go there in advance even if you have money. It is true that you have to take care of yourself first, but when you see a family behind you, [which] does not have enough resources ... you do not allow yourself to go and do medical examination on yourself unless it troubles you". (Respondent from Adjara) "The state generally does not invest resources in preventive care, it is so expensive that it remains inaccessible to the population ... State funding is [mainly] reserved for the most severe health problems". (Respondent from Marneuli municipality) "I can not afford [to buy medicine] because I have financial problems. Sometimes I am not able to buy my medicine on time, sometimes I can only buy half of it". (Respondent from Marneuli municipality) Read more… Source: socialjustice.org.ge

Tbilisi. UN Women Georgia publishes the baseline Study on the Impact of the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs) on Business in Georgia. “The overall goal of the assignment is to collect baseline data and analyze information on the work undertaken by the WEPs signatory companies in Georgia on gender equality and women’s empowerment from 2017 to 2020”. Read more… Source: The organization’s page on the social network

Tbilisi. UN Women Georgia publishes a blogpost: take action: 10 ways you can help end violence against women, even during a pandemic. “COVID-19 touched our lives in nearly every way, everywhere, as countries went into lockdown and restricted movement to contain the spread of the virus. As doors closed and isolation began, reports of all forms of violence against women and girls, particularly domestic violence, began to rise. Here are just ten ways you can make a difference, safely and impactfully”. Read more… Source: georgia.unwomen.org

Tbilisi. UN Women Georgia publishes the blogpost: Frequently asked questions: The signs of relationship abuse and how to help. “While domestic violence and abuse are sometimes hidden, if we know the signs of an abusive relationship, we may be able to recognize it better and seek or offer help”. Read more… Source: georgia.unwomen.org

Shida Kartli. Taso Foundation is visiting target villages as part of the Women’s Economic Empowerment project. On January 12, the Foundation held an informational meeting in the village of Shindisi. Read more… Source: The organization’s page on the social network

Tbilisi. UN Women publishes the blogpost - FAQ: Types of violence against women and girls. “Violence against women and girls is one of the world’s most prevalent human rights violations, taking place every day, many times over, in every corner of the globe. Conditions created by the pandemic – including lockdowns, reduced mobility, heightened isolation, stress and economic uncertainty – have led to an alarming spike in domestic violence and have further exposed women and girls to other forms of violence, from child marriage to sexual harassment online. This FAQ provides an overview of the many forms of violence, along with other commonly used terms, that any gender equality activist should have in their vocabulary toolkit”. Read more… Source: georgia.unwomen.org