The brochure “Technology-Facilitated Violence in Intimate Relationships – Recognize and Protect Yourself” is a practical guide designed to help women and girls identify and respond to digital forms of abuse such as surveillance, control, and intimidation. It outlines the main types of technology-facilitated violence, legal protection mechanisms, and prevention tools—raising awareness and encouraging action: recognize, speak up, act!
The publication is prepared by the Charity-Humanitarian Women Fund "Sukhumi" with the support of the WAVE Network.
The project implemented with the support of the WAVE Network
Women's mutual assistance groups help each other, motivate, and strengthen each other. It's especially interesting when those gathered hear stories of successful women, and the psychologist encourages them to improve their self-esteem.
Kutaisi women's mutual assistance group had a successful guest. This happened at meetings in Tskaltubo and Terjola also. This provided great motivation for the group members.
Productive meetings were held in Khurcha and Kobuleti. Women discussed a variety of issues, including support for the Fund “Sukhumi”. In Terjola, our forum theater held performance for the group participants, and after the performances, a frank and emotional discussion was held.
Meetings were held in all groups in November. Each new meeting is proof that our organization is committed to empowering women living in the regions.
The project is implemented with the support the Equality Fund (Canada)
At women's mutual assistance group meetings, special attention was paid to our organization's website, "Digital Resource Center for Women Survivors of Violence," https://sosfsokhumi.ge/, which provides women with all the necessary information.
All participants were also provided with information about the "16 Day Campaign Against Gender-based Violence".
Participants asked numerous questions about the campaign, municipal programs, and assistance for socially vulnerable families, all of which received comprehensive answers.
All groups will actively participate in the 16-day campaign, as it is being carried out worldwide to support women like them.
The project is implemented with the support the Equality Fund (Canada)
Based on the findings of our monitoring report, "Why do Women Leave?" (https://fsokhumi.ge/index.php/ka/publikacia/informatia-zaladobis-tsinaagmdeg/item/15769-2025-07-08-16-30-02), the monitoring and advocacy group held a series of discussions and consultative meetings in collaboration with community leaders and youth in ten municipalities and then developed civic initiatives:
Zugdidi (village Khurcha) - "Information Campaign on Migration in Three Villages of Zugdidi Municipality"
Senaki - "Economic Empowerment of Women for Migration Prevention"
Vani - "Information for Women Empowerment"
Chokhatauri - "Together We Will Overcome Everything"
Khoni - "Common Initiatives to Prevent Migration"
Khobi - "Intergenerational Dialogue to Prevent Migration"
The photos clearly demonstrate how impressive is the work done on these initiatives. In Chokhatauri, a space for informal meetings to continue the dialogue was created. A children's corner wasa opened in the Khoni community education center, allowing children to have fun while their parents study. In Khobi, the organization “Toliskuri” purchased books and opened a reading club as part of the initiative. In Khurcha, women already have their own printer, enabling them to print informational and other necessary materials. Manicure classes were opened in Seneki.
The goals of the initiatives are to raise awareness on the social and emotional consequences of migration, reduce the negative impact of migration, promote healthy relationships between adolescents and migrant parents, strengthen the practical skills of IDP women, and expand employment opportunities.
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
The psychologist of the organization met with women's groups at the Women Support Centers of Khoni, Senaki, and Tskaltubo. The topic of the meetings was violence, and the goal was to inform participants about violence prevention and support mechanisms. Participants received individual and group consultation and discussed steps that can promote women's safety.
Further similar meetings are planned.
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
The rule of forum - theater is active participation of audience in the various scenes and inclusion in the discussion.
This was evident at the meeting in the private school of Tskaltubo – interest and a desire to make a difference...
The performance made the students think. Some "recognized" themselves in the scenes. They learned about mechanisms for protecting themselves from violence. They were not aware that so many levers exist in the country.
The second performance was held in Terjola for members of a women's mutual assistance group.
On the amphitheater stage, the actors performed four scenes. There was active engagement in the discussion – the group members spoke openly about women's issues. All the scenes were familiar and painful for the audience, as forum theater, represents all forms of violence.
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
Kutaisi mutual assistance group identified a problem for the initiative as a result of a survey, which was subsequently confirmed at a community meeting.
The courtyard of the IDP settlement on Nikea Street has two entrances, and there are no gates on either side. Unknown cars were entering, and there was no safe space for children. Therefore, the community decided to install a barrier. The second need identified was cosmetic repairs of the entrance and ramps.
Implementation of the initiatives has already begun. The Women Fund “Sukhumi” is providing support, and settlement residents are volunteering by physical work.
Work has also begun in Choma settlement to develop civic initiatives for the solution of two problems.
The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women “Consent”, the Women's Information Center, and the Women's Charitable Humanitarian Fund “Sukhumi”.
Mobilization meetings of Women Support Centers covered new beneficiaries. Participants learned about the Fund “Sukhumi” website, "Digital Resource Center for Women Survivors of Violence." Information about women's economic empowerment programs and victim support services was of particular interest.
"Such useful information must be provided to all women, as they are interested in it. Therefore, information dissemination must continue," the beneficiaries noted.
In parallel with the information campaign, new families under the risk were identified through monitoring in the Women Support Centers of Senaki, Khobi, and Tsalenjikha. Based on the case studies, mobilizers and paraprofessionals will initially work closely with these families. Then a psychologist will continue the work to address the risks of conflict.
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
The problem of apartment numeration in the IDP settlement of Poti was resolved – thanks to the active work of a mutual assistance group, 37 apartments were given numbers for the first time. Finding an apartment on Gagra and Abkhazia streets will now be easier.
A community survey revealed that the absence of numeration created a barrier – it was difficult to find the house when calling emergency services, that caused a health and safety risk.
In order to address this issue, 37 number boards were made, and the settlement was provided with all the necessary materials (fasteners, silicone, screwdrivers). Residents also actively participated in the installation process.
The IDP settlement had never received such support, and this initiative evoked particular gratitude and motivation in the community.
As part of civic initiative support, Poti mutual assistance group plans to gradually address other issues.
The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women ”Consent”, the Women's Information Center and the Women's Charitable Humanitarian Found “Sukhumi”.
