Social media has become an integral part of modern life, but is it truly safe for young people? Research shows that the online world is full of dangers, many of which particularly affect teenagers.

According to a study by the Women’s Fund “Sokhumi,” one in four students has personally experienced cyberbullying and online violence. On platforms like TikTok and Facebook, girls are especially vulnerable to harassment and offensive comments, which negatively impact their emotional well-being. Meanwhile, boys often fall victim to hacking attacks and financial pressure.

Online safety is not just an individual responsibility - it is a task for the whole society. Only through collective efforts can we make the digital space safer and more supportive for young people.

The Women's Congress of Georgia was founded in March. The idea came after the participation of the Women's Information Center in the Polish Women's Congress in 2024. The goal of the Congress is to strengthen the role of women in building democracy, promote their active participation and achieve gender equality.

The congress was attended by women from different fields and generations who are interested in actual issues: violence prevention, the fight against the anti-gender movement, promoting women's political participation, economic empowerment of women, gender policy, the implementation of the "Women, Peace and Security" agenda, etc. The congress in Georgia is supported by local and international partners. The Women's Congress was attended by women who actively cooperate with our organization.

The project is implemented with the support of the UN Women  organization

The Women's Fund “Sukhumi” opened basic cutting and sewing courses in Tsalenjikha.

The course began in February and will last two months.

Teacher Nana Kalandia allocated a place in her house and everything necessary for training has already been prepared - sewing machines, fabrics, threads...

The women make patterns, sew and work on designs with interest.

The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot

 für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)

Since February, a group of para-specialists has started working in 10 municipalities of Western Georgia. These are: Vani, Terjola, Samtredia, Khoni, Tskaltubo, Senaki, Khobi, Zugdidi, Tsalenjikha, Chokhatauri. The group members passed relevant training and are applying the information they have received in practice.

Para-specialists hold individual meetings in communities, study women's needs and provide information on women's economic empowerment programs and various services.

At the same time, group members provide consultations on identified cases and give them the right direction.

The work of para-specialists is aimed at preventing cases of domestic violence, informing and empowering women.

The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot

 für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)

A meeting on the topic: "Kindergartens, family, community - social partnership for the well-being of children" was held in Kutaisi.

The participants heard information about the research "The main aspects of family and community participation in the educational process of preschool institutions", conducted by the Women Fund "Sukhumi".

The discussion emphasized the importance of exchanging information and coordination between structures working in the field of protecting children's rights and providing various social services.

"There are many problems, but by increasing the participation of all of us, parents and the community, we can overcome the obstacles that prevent the creation of a full, positive environment for children," emphasized the participants. The meeting was attended by parents, teachers, and children’s rights defenders, employees of special service centers, kindergarten managers, industry specialists, and experts.

The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot

 für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)

A round table on the topic "Kindergartens, family, community - social partnership for the well-being of the child" organized by the Women Fund "Sukhumi", was held in Kutaisi, in the Center for Children's Rights,

The meeting was attended by parents, teachers, journalists, and childrens’ rights defenders, representatives of social services, kindergarten managers, specialists and experts of the region.

The participants were introduced to the research “Key aspects of family and community participation in the educational process of preschool institutions”, with the main conclusions that are identified in the direction of family and community participation in the educational process of preschool institutions.

The participants of the round table exchanged information on the positive impact of the family and community participation component, interesting practices and challenges they face in this area. According to their assessment, such meetings will contribute to increased coordination and cooperation, improving social partnership between parents and entities working in the field of children's rights.

The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot

 für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)

During the meetings of women's mutual support groups in Tskaltubo and Vani, services offered by municipal and non-governmental organizations were discussed. Samtredia group has been replenished with new members, so new cases have appeared. They need to be processed in a timely manner and each one needs to be resolved.

In Kobuleti, the group members outlined their problems and needs. Necessities were discussed in Terjola, Zugdidi, Tsalenjikha, Senaki and Khobi. The woman from Chokhatauri has a great desire to take courses of working with polymer clay, as this is one of the ways to find employment along with therapy. It is important for women that a psychologist from the Women Fund “Sukhumi” periodically works with them, helping them to solve their problems.

The project is implemented with the support the Equality Fund (Canada

Ekaterine Gamakharia, Head of the Women's Fund "Sokhumi" Tbilisi Office, along with activist Vero Melua, discusses the challenges faced by internally displaced persons (IDPs) today on TV Formula's program "With the People."

"Many of the challenges that IDPs face remain unnoticed by society and have practically never been, or only rarely, part of the political and social agenda," said Ekaterine Gamakharia.

How does domestic violence affect women's lives? What barriers do they face, and what are the possible solutions?

This video is based on real stories and reflects women's experiences, challenges, and paths to empowerment. It is grounded in the research and support services of the Women's Fund "Sokhumi."

The five-month training course has been completed in all ten municipalities.

Ways of peaceful conflict resolution, relationships between children and parents – these topics were discussed by the trainers together with the youth.

The young people actively discussed the topics, openly expressed their opinions and shared their own examples with the audience. They noted that skills of peaceful conflict resolution are necessary in life. It is also important to have open relationships with parents.

The youth received information about the final meeting in March, and also learned details of the grant project announced by the Fund “Sukhumi” for the training participants.

Despite the difficult situation, the trainings were held without interruption.

In March, the trainers of the Fund “Sukhumi” will see the results of five months of work.

The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot

 für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)