Our organization carries out a charitable and humanitarian mission and, of course, provides women with various support and assistance. One of these activities is distributing mobile phones to members of women's mutual assistance groups. Today, everyone needs a mobile phone as a means of communication and a source of information.

Therefore, in October, the organization donated new mobile phones to women who had difficulty in using their phones in Senaki, Kutaisi, and Terjola. This means their communication and awareness will improve.

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

Women's mutual assistance groups have begun implementing initiatives.

The groups presented 18 initiatives, eight of which were funded by our organization.

In early October, the initiative authors received materials and tools, and they will begin their work.

Project Assistant Nino Chabukiani notes: "Implementing the initiatives is a great support for people from vulnerable groups. It contributes to women's economic empowerment and is a significant incentive for them and their families. Therefore, everyone who received funding is grateful to our organization. The groups have become even more motivated to work. Those who did not receive funding are now preparing for the second stage."

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

The women's mutual assistance group meetings took place in an unusual way. Everyone saw the results and benefits of the work. The winning initiatives, and those that did not receive funding, and future plans were discussed.

An initiative has begun in Senaki – the poultry farm will be further developed. In Khobi, motors for pumps were purchased, needed for the IDP community. In Tsalenjikha, women were given a sewing machine and a freezer – just what they wanted for their business.

In Terjola, two winners were given tools and materials needed for their micro-business. They took part in the festival – City Day – where they presented their creations: bags, brooches, collars, various accessories...

Funding of initiatives is a great incentive for mutual assistance group members. In the second stage, everyone will join because they have seen that women's mutual assistance groups are truly designed to help and strengthen each other.

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

Evaluation of the survey process, achievements and challenges, and discussion of a sample initiative form - this was the topic and goal of the mutual assistance group "Community Power" meeting in Khoni.

In the IDP settlement on Abkhazeti Street, 108 IDPs - 80 women and 28 men were interviewed on the following community needs: infrastructure, public spaces, and access to services.

Primary data is available for all three areas. The group members will present the results of the IDP survey. Then, by mutual agreement, they will select a priority issue and begin the necessary preparations for funding the initiative.

The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women "Consent," the Women's Information Center, and Women's Charitable Humanitarian Fund “Sukhumi”.

At Tskaltubo mutual assistance group meeting, the survey results were discussed. The community completed 126 questionnaires.

The data collected reflects the most pressing needs of IDPs in four settlements (Kopitnari, the former Statistical Office building, 9 April Street, and Abkhazia Street).

The group members decided to hold meetings with the public to better identify priority issues and develop civic initiatives.

In the second part of the meeting, participants discussed the rules of application submission process for civic initiatives. They will strive to formulate ideas based on community needs in order to receive funding.

The project is implemented by a coalition of non-governmental organizations: the Association of IDP Women "Consent," the Women's Information Center and Women's Charitable Humanitarian Fund “Sukhumi”.

During informational meetings, mobilizers of Women Support Center identified six new cases.

In all cases, the risk and probability of violence development is high. The mobilizers were actively involved in the process, using preventative measures.

Contact with a psychologist has a positive impact on the women. The women seek solutions. The mobilizers helped several beneficiaries find employment, and the risk of social conflicts in these families has been reduced.

The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot

für die Welt - EvangelischerEntwicklungsdienst (Germany)

- How the problem of domestic violence is identified, how women's needs are identified and advocated, and how cases are identified and managed – these issues were discussed by mobilizers of Women Support Centers at an online meeting.

Participants focused on challenges and problems. In their opinion, the process of identifying cases of violence has become more complex, but the need to continue working in this area is clear. Therefore, informing women and implementing preventive measures will be actively continued.

Participants also discussed technical issues, such as how to reflect monthly work, results, and challenges in the reports.

The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot

 für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)

The "students" began their training with great interest.

At the request of activists of Senaki Women Support Center, a day center was opened. There are participants who have begun to study sewing and cutting.

The training is held in Senaki Community Educational Center (located in the IDP settlement – ​​the former military town of Senaki).

The basic course will last two months, after which the women will have new employment opportunities.

The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot

 für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)

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The project is implemented with the support of the organization Brot

 für die Welt - Evangelischer Entwicklungsdienst (Germany)

In an IDP settlement of Poti, women are uniting to identify and address community problems.

The aim of the meeting with members of mutual assistance group was to discuss the survey results. Five members of the group interviewed approximately 100 people from the community. The data obtained reflects the most pressing needs of IDPs. These needs were discussed at the meeting. Participants visited the locations where problems are most visible. They agreed to hold additional meetings with the population to jointly identify priority problems and develop civic initiatives for their solution.

Participants also learned the rules for filling out applications for civic initiatives, which will help them to formulate ideas based on community needs.

The work of Poti mutual assistance group clearly demonstrates unity, responsibility, and a desire for change. The women demonstrate that community well-being is possible through joint efforts.

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”.