Guria.As part of the ongoing “Green Guria – Supporting Local Democracy and Rural Development for Inclusive and Resilient Green Growth” project, supported by the European Union, CENN, in collaboration with partner organizations—the Young Pedagogues’ Union, the Institute of Democracy, and the Local Action Group of KEDA (LAG)—continues to support LAG members in enhancing their organizational skills. More... Source: CENN

Tamuna Akhobadze represented LDA Georgia at the European Solidarity Corps coordinators' meeting held on 24-26 November in Bakuriani. The purpose of the meeting was to share experiences, challenges and plans for the future within the framework of the  program, which gives young people the opportunity to engage in international projects to develop skills, gain knowledge, new experiences and improve professional competencies.   More... Source:  LDA Georgia

Tbilisi.29 November, 3:00 pm, at Union of Tbilisi Museums – Ilia Chavchavadze Literary‐Memorial Museum (7 Ivane Javakhishvili Str, Tbilisi). The European Union and UNDP will finalise a series of monthly discussions “Human Rights Talks” with an insightful debate on women’s rights in Georgia, presented by the renowned Georgian writer, Tamta Melashvili.  The event is open to the public. The venue is accessible to persons with disabilities. English, Georgian, and sign language interpretation will be provided.  More…  Source: undp.org

Tbilisi. According to the data of the United Nations Women's Fund in Georgia only 31% of public servants are women (including Ministry of Internal Affairs). “It is noteworthy that women’s representation on decision-making level is much lower compared to men. Gender disparity is evident within Rank I managerial positions as well as within heads and deputy heads of public entities”.  More… Source: United Nations Women's Fund

Tbilisi.This joint statement is issued by the United Nations system in Georgia, the Delegation of the European Union to Georgia, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, the NATO Liaison Office in Georgia, and the Embassies to Georgia of Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, France, Finland, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. “On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls, we call for action to end violence against women and girls in all its forms – from sexual harassment and abuse to child marriage and femicide”. Read the full statement …  Source: undp

Kvemo Kartli. Organized by the Civil Integration Fund, within the framework of the "Civil Society Initiative" project, a seminar on "European Union for Georgia" was held in Marneuli Youth Center. The meeting discussed - what it means to be a murderer of Europe and why our country should aspire to join the European Union. The seminar was chaired by Mikheil Mirziashvili, chairman of the board of the Center for Development and Democracy. The Meeting was carried out within the framework of the EU and Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) funded project "Civil Society STAR Initiative".  Source: Civil Integration Fund

Tbilisi. The initiation of a self-advocacy training programme for individuals with Down syndrome, targeting both teenagers and adults, commenced in October under the auspices of the project titled "Advocating Health Services for People with Down Syndrome," with the support of USAID Civil Society Engagement Program The objective is to enable individuals to articulate their personal obstacles and the desired transformations they aim to attain. Hence, during the forthcoming two-day conference scheduled for March, individuals with down syndrome, who advocate for themselves will have the opportunity to present themselves to the attending audience and engage in discussions pertaining to significant matters that hold personal relevance to them. More... Source: Georgian Down Syndrome Association

Tbilisi.On November 21, Europe Foundation presented its recent survey report Knowledge and Attitudes towards the European Union (EU) in Georgia. Europe Foundation has been conducting the EU Knowledge and Attitudes survey biannually since 2009.  The survey results are representative of the whole population of Georgia (excluding occupied territories) and allow for the assessment of changes in the population’s knowledge and expectations of the EU, Georgia-EU relations, and European integration. More... Source: Europe Foundation

The web portal CsoGeorgia.org releases a weekly newsletter of grants competition, contests, vacancies, fellowships, and tenders for civil society organizations, and for any interested person.  Newsletter...

The National Statistical Office of Georgia, with the support of UNICEF, held a presentation of the Statistical Portal on Children and Youth. The Portal provides users with the opportunity to explore and analyze statistical data about children and youth in one place, using interactive infographics and modern visualization elements. It also presents indicators of sustainable development related to children and youth, statistical publications, relevant legislation, links, and other important information. More... Source: UNICEF Georgia

Tbilisi. 75 years ago, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights lit the way to a more equal and inclusive future. Today, the journey continues as we strive to make that vision a reality. Ahead of #HumanRightsDay, UNDP Georgia is launching a month-long campaign “Act for Rights Now!”  The campaign will unite diverse stakeholders from Georgia’s public, private, and civic sectors, international organizations, diplomatic missions, and donor agencies, such as the European Union and the embassies of Germany, Norway, and Sweden. More... Source: UNDP Georgia

According to the 2023 results of the Local Self-Government Index, the average transparency and accountability score of Georgian municipalities in 2023 is 33%, 5% higher than the 2021 result. Municipalities improved the proactive disclosure of public information and electronic governance components. However, facilitating participation and accountability indicators have declined. More... Source: Institute for Development of Freedom of Information

On 8 November 2023, European Commission recommended that the European Council grants Georgia the status of a candidate country, on the understanding that 9 steps are taken.  Visit a web repository of the multimedia materials related to the 2023 #EUEnlargement Package. Source: European Union in Georgia

Tbilisi.On 22 November, at Biltmore Tbilisi Hotel (29 Shota Rustaveli Ave. Tbilisi), UNDP and “Women Engage for a Common Future (WECF) – Georgia”, with support from Sweden and the European Union, will unveil a comprehensive study shedding light on the challenges encountered by labour migrant women upon their return to Georgia. The research will be presented as part of this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, showing a shared commitment to addressing and preventing all forms of gender-based discrimination. More...  Source: UNDP 

Tbilisi. Transparency International - Georgia publishes information on land registration amnesty.  "The Parliament adopted an initiative on amnesty, which releases those who have criminally obtained state-owned agricultural land plots from criminal liability and punishment.  The amnesty is going to extend only to those individuals who will, by 1 September 2024, have fully compensated the damage caused to the state as a result of the commission of the crime – returned the land plot or, if this is impossible, paid an amount equivalent to its value to the budget." More... Source: Transparency International - Georgia

Tbilisi.The Council of Europe is proud to announce the 5th annual Equality Week 2023!  This year’s launching event took place on 15 November 2023 at Deda Ena Bar, where the captivating exhibition "Threads of Resistance" took centre stage.  The exhibition showcased the works of seven artists, unravelling the diverse experiences of being different and delving into the emotions that accompany it. More... Source: Council of Europe Office in Georgia

Tbilisi.On November 14, TDI organized an event dedicated to the International Day for Tolerance, as well as the TDI's 10-year anniversary. At the event we reviewed the main trends, needs and challenges regarding freedom of religion or belief, the rights of religious-ethnic minorities and migrants in Georgia.  More... Source: TDI 

The web portal CsoGeorgia.org releases a weekly newsletter of grants competition, contests, vacancies, fellowships, and tenders for civil society organizations, and for any interested person.  Newsletter...

Samcxe-Javakheti.On November 4-5 and 11-12, women leaders residing in Akhalkalaki and Ninotsminda participated in capacity-building training, the initial stage of our project "Georgian Minority Women as Integration Ambassadors". The project "Georgian Minority Women as Integration Ambassadors" is implemented by Development and Engagement Platform in partnership with the Rönne-Stiftung, with the financial support of the Federal Foreign Office of Germany. More... Source: Development and Engagement Platform 

Tbilisi.The newsletter gives an overview of the donations made by political parties from July 1 through September 30, 2023. From the trends that have been identified, particularly noteworthy are the donors of the Georgian Dream, more than half of whom are individuals connected with companies producing wine or other alcoholic beverages.  A considerable part of them have been receiving various types of subsidies, preferential loans, or public procurement contracts from the state for many years. In addition, some of the donations raise the suspicion that they are made through fictitious donors, which is a violation of the law. More... Source: Transparency International Georgia

The European edition of the popular intellectual game "What? Where? When?" extended its exciting voyage into the Shida Kartli and Mtskheta Mtianeti regions. Over 100 teams challenged their wits on various aspects of Europe, fostering a lively gathering of over 600 young intellects from these regions. The game is set to traverse all 63 municipalities of Georgia in the coming year. Check out the photos below. More... Source: European Union in Georgia

Tbilisi.Advocacy Document, Human Rights Amid Natural Disasters - looks into the circumstances surrounding the natural disasters that struck Racha in August 2023 and Guria in September 2023 in order to raise some important questions regarding the causes behind the natural disasters as well as the efficiency of the management of the rescue efforts. Presentation of the Advocacy Document was held on November 13, 2023 by GYLA. Published by Georgian Young Lawyers’ Association with the financial support of the Open Society Georgia Foundation. The views, opinions and statements expressed by the authors and those providing comments are theirs only and do not necessarily reflect the position of the Foundation. Therefore, the Open Society Georgia Foundation is not responsible for the content of the information material. More... Source: Georgian Young Lawyers' Association