The work of the Women Support Centers shjould identify the families under the relationship crisis. Information about women's rights and conflict management issues is preventive measure and reduces the risk of violence.
New beneficiaries are added to meetings every month, also the number of people using the services of a psychologist has also increased. All this contributes to the creation of a non-violent environment in society.
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
“Previously, I just enjoyed the process. Now I also gain knowledge about my habits”.
“I haven’t communicated with a psychologist and I really like it.”
“We all need to heal our pain. Polymer clay helps us in this. The participation of a psychologist made the process even more interesting”.
These are the comments of the women.
The day rehabilitation center of the Women Fund “Sukhumi” continues to teach the art of polymer clay along with therapeutic support. Thus, psychological consultations and answers to questions that women really like, naturally appear in the process of work.
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
A “round table” format meeting was held in Tsalenjikha. The invited lawyer spoke about the national referral procedures for identifying victims of violence against women and/or domestic violence, their protection, assistance and rehabilitation. Particular emphasis was placed on the services of the Women Fund "Sukhumi" and their importance for victims.
The role of non-governmental organizations was discussed at the meeting, and examples of the positive impact of the work of civil society were given.
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
The monitoring group of the Women Fund “Sukhumi” started work on a new research, the aim of which is to study the effectiveness of existing services for victims of domestic violence/violence against women and develop recommendations for improving efficiency in order to identify necessary strategies and new approaches.
Information is being collected on existing (and/or planned) services for victims of domestic violence/violence against women. The work of service providers will be presented and the attitudes, mood and expectations of service recipients/beneficiaries will be studied.
In June, 10 in-depth interviews were conducted with beneficiaries, service providers (about the services of a crisis center, a state shelter, the organization “Mercury”, the Georgian Young Lawyers Association and the Women Fund “Sukhumi”), which allowed us to study the current situation in this regard based on specific cases .
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
The Women's Fund 'Sukhumi' launched a social campaign called “Accept the Truth, Reject Gender Identity Disinformation”. Active journalists, bloggers, Mass Communication students, and activists are participating in the campaign.
The aim of the project is to combat gender identity disinformation and to increase awareness and empathy within the ethical regional media community.
On June 8 and 9, 2024, the Women's Fund 'Sukhumi' organized training for regional journalists and students from the Faculty of Journalism at Akaki Tsereteli State University on gender disinformation and gender-responsive reporting. The training aimed to increase the participants' awareness and skills in identifying gender disinformation and practicing gender-sensitive reporting.
On the first day of the training, June 8, 18 journalists from media outlets operating in Imereti, including TV, radio, online media agencies, and independent bloggers attended. On June 9, 23 first- to fourth-year students from the Faculty of Journalism at Akaki Tsereteli State University attended.
The participants evaluated the training as useful and informative. They emphasized the importance of the knowledge and skills they acquired, which they plan to use in their daily activities. Discussing real examples and practical recommendations contributed to a better understanding of the problems and helped identify effective ways to combat gender misinformation.
Training for teachers was held at the Hotel “West Tower Kutaisi”. Gender, gender-based violence, violence identification, communication with a child and referral stages, legal mechanisms and the role of teachers in violence prevention, international documents - these issues were discussed at the training. Participants represented 9 municipalities (Senaki, Terjola, Samtredia, Kutaisi, Tskaltubo, Khoni, Zugdidi, Khobi, Vani).
Participants were actively involved in training process, in discussions, and shared their experiences with each other. They were given a practical manual developed for teachers - available on the website of the Women Fund “Sukhumi”:
According to the participants, the training will help destroy gender stereotypes and prevent violence through early identification and intervention mechanisms. They will introduce gender approaches in schools and will actively participate in the process of identifying cases of violence.
The project is implemented with the support the Equality Fund (Canada)
The Women's Fund "Sukhumi" launched a new campaign about gender disinformation with the slogan "Embrace the truth, reject gender disinformation."
As part of the campaign, we run an Instagram page called womenfundsukhumi. You can follow us and read our informative posts, particularly about what gender disinformation is and the myths and stereotypes that exist.
Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/womenfundsukhumi/
And on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@womenfundsukhumi?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
Psychologist Manana Gotsiridze conducted rehabilitation sessions mainly online: 9 phone calls and 12 meetings on Internet platforms.
The work also took place in the office of the Women Fund “Sukhumi” - 10 psychotherapeutic consultations were held.
All beneficiaries received appropriate competent assistance, necessary information and advice. They were able to focus on the positive moments.
The psychologist actively worked in the rehabilitation center of the Fund “Sukhumi”, with three women and two children. Before leaving, one of them said: “I didn’t want to come here, but now I’m very happy. The center staff created a pleasant, warm family environment for us. A psychologist, a social worker, and a lawyer worked with us. My love for life, faith and joy returned to me. Thank you very much!"
The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot
für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)
