The work of the lawyer was remotely continued in April. Online meetings were held with the beneficiaries of Khoni, Senaki, Ozurgeti and Lia (Tsalenjikha municipality).

Representatives of various professions as well as housewives participated in the meetings. Questions to the lawyer were also different (pandemic situation, government regulations, problems of domestic violence during quarantine, etc.), and everyone received competent advice. Participants of the meetings noted that legal advice is a very important support during this difficult time.

Psychologist of the Fund "Sukhumi" Manana Gotsiridze with the help of a messenger talked with beneficiaries in Khurcha (Zugdidi municipality), Senaki and Tskaltubo. In addition, there were individual dialogues. There were also calls from the former clients, who are now abroad.

Despite the distance, all meetings were emotional - women shared their problems, feelings and received advice on how to establish interpersonal relationships during quarantine, how to avoid conflicts, and keep calm.

The psychologist’s advice on these topics was published on the Facebook page of the Fund “Sukhumi". Women expressed gratitude for the attention. This helps them in this difficult time.

During the period of self-isolation, domestic conflicts are very frequent - this is evidenced by statistics published by the country's Ministry of Internal Affairs. Against this background, the Fund "Sukhumi" actively continues online meetings with couples on the topic of conflict management. A video appeal of conflict expert on “Self-isolation and conflict management” was prepared. Based on feedback, such meetings will continue in this mode and in the coming months.

In the framework of the small project of Kutaisi Women Support Center “Non-violent Future Generation”, an online training was held in Kutaisi. The training was attended by the pupils of school No. 5 of the Abkhazian Autonomous Republic on the topic: “Gender, gender-based violence, bullying, mechanisms for prevention.”

All participants were actively involved in the process. They learned bout the types of violence and types of bullying. At the end of the training, pupils noted that through informal civic education they are well aware of the issues of gender equality, violence, and protection of their rights. And most importantly, they can share their knowledge and skills with peers, as well as help others.