Georgia
We have been working in Georgia since 2005, where we support locally led rural development through initiatives in agriculture, tourism, education, and civil society. Through our Local Action Groups, we have worked with farmers, small businesses, and local NGOs. Together we improve livelihoods, promote economic opportunities, and enhance social services—especially for people with disabilities and other marginalised groups. We also advocate for the rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and raise awareness of labour laws and credit rights.
Through a diverse range of programmes, we strengthen civil society and build community resilience. Although our support to Ukrainian refugees has reduced in the years since their displacement to Georgia, we maintain comprehensive support to Ukrainian refugees.
We have provided financial aid to cover needs like medical care, children’s expenses, and rent, demonstrating our commitment to assisting those in need and allowing them to determine how best to use the funds in the way most needed by their families. We have provided psychosocial support for refugees, including children in child-friendly spaces in Zugdidi and Poti. Additionally, we support national and Ukrainian civil society organisations (CSOs).
Furthermore, through the One World in Schools (OWIS) programme, we provide organisations with media literacy skills, enabling refugees to assess the accuracy of online information. Through these endeavours, we strive to make a positive impact on the communities we serve, and ensure that our efforts contribute to positive change and sustainable development. We focus on regional youth initiatives and NGOs which support civil society. Many public schools in regions use our documentaries in schools to teach media literacy.
As part of our ongoing support for environmental protection and rural livelihoods, we have also engaged in activities within the Tana and Tedzami Protected Landscape. This supports biodiversity conservation, sustainable natural resource management, and eco-tourism development. Working closely with local stakeholders and partners, we enhance the capacity of local actors to manage the landscape responsibly while creating environmentally friendly income-generating opportunities. The initiative contributes to both the conservation of unique ecosystems and the socio-economic resilience of local communities.
In Dusheti, we support youth engagement, strengthening youth spaces, informal education, and civic participation. The "Better Education, Health, and Social Services for Communities in Aragvi" project enhances access to essential services, promoting social inclusion and community well-being.
