A meeting with the heads of the regional drug treatment center was held within the framework of a small project of Poti Women Support Center. During a conversation about the dangers of drug addiction and alcoholism, it was noted that these problems concern the whole society, they cause health disease and pose a danger of violence. Experts noted that it is necessary to inform society and carry out preventive measures - with the inclusion and coordinated work of experts, psychiatrists, drug addicts, human rights defenders, clergymen, representatives of the government and non-governmental sectors.

“We will overcome violence and poverty by deed” is a small project of Terjola Women Support Center. One of the main things in the struggle is informing. Therefore, in November, there were online meetings with a conflict expert and a lawyer of the Fund "Sukhumi". The meetings were attended by teachers, students, parents and they discussed topical issues: reaction to the facts of conflict, regulation of conflict situations, bullying. It was noted that the state should introduce appropriate regulations on the facts of bullying. Attention was paid to the importance of the institution of a psychologist. The participants of the meetings received answers to questions that are of particular interest for them.

Two online workshops were held within the framework of the small project “For a Healthy Generation” of Pakhulani Women's Support Center (Tsalenjikha municipality). The workshop was devoted to the topic of bullying, stereotypes that cause conflicts and often turns into violence. It was said that it is necessary to avoid conflicts and live without violence. During the second workshop, the emphasis was placed on the importance of including parents in the educational process in order to create harmonious triangle: student, parent, teacher. It was noted how important it is for the child to have support from the parent when solving problems, as well as the cooperation of parents with teachers. The meeting with the parents was also attended by their children and it was conducted against the background of active discussion.

Within the framework of the project "Nonviolent Environment for the Future Generation", a training was held for kindergarten parents "Domestic violence, ways and mechanisms of response". The format was online, but the work was quite active.

Interesting dynamics were observed in the activities of youth groups created within the framework of the project "Future without bullying". The activists held meetings with primary school students on the negative impact of bullying. Teachers were also included in the meetings.

Despite the difficult situation due to the pandemic, the project activities of the Senaki Support Center are proceeding as planned.

Women Support Centers continue the active work in direction of informing the population - despite the difficult pandemic situation. The mobilization meetings were held in Kutaisi, Khoni, Tskaltubo, Ozurgeti and most of them - in an online format. The resource of the Fund "Sukhumi" specialists - a lawyer and a psychologist - was actively used. They provided important information to the participants. During the meetings, issues for advocacy were identified.

A general meeting of mobilizers was held online, which was attended by mobilizers and moderators of small projects from 11 Women Support Centers. At the beginning, the current work was summarized and the problems related to the epidemiological situation were discussed.

The focus was made on the Campaign of 16 Active Days against gender-based violence. The participants presented their plans, their activities in their municipalities. It was noted that such meetings are important in terms of sharing experiences, especially when working in such a stressful situation.

The Khurcha / Koki Women's Support Center (Zugdidi municipality) is working on two projects.

In the framework of the project "Protect ourselves from bullying", an online meeting was held with the involvement of a lawyer and a psychologist in the village Koki. The meeting participants - parents and teachers received information on how bullying negatively affects the psychology of a teenager. The emphasis was on cyber bullying and the importance of detecting it, as well as mechanisms that will help in responding to specific facts.

The second small project "Break the silence, overcome the violence" is being implemented in the village Khurcha. An informational meeting was held with the beneficiaries and the participants were given information about the mechanisms by which they can identify the facts of violence and achieve timely prevention.

The tasting of assorted pickles was held in a joyful and open atmosphere. This activity was highly appreciated by the project participants and guests. This was the wrap-up event of the cooking and table setting course. The course was attended by beneficiaries selected by a special commission. The course was carried out within the framework of a small project of Terjola Women Support Center "We are fighting against violence and poverty by deeds". Upon completion of the course, it is planned to work on how to use the knowledge gained for self-realization.

Two projects are being implemented in Senaki Women Support Center. An online information meeting was held with the parents of pupils of target kindergartens. The lawyer of the Fund “Sukhumi” talked with them about responding to the facts of domestic violence, about the regulations related to COVID-19. The psychologist gave advice on managing stress.

With the involvement of a psychologist, a meeting was also held with students from the village Nosiri on the topic of bullying. The conversation touched the impact of bullying on adolescents, as well as response mechanisms. In the framework of the project, a youth group was created, and one of the group's activists held a meeting with primary school students on bullying.

“Women's rights - freedom” - activities continue within the framework of Poti Women Support Center project. This time, a meeting was held with the leaders of Health and Social Protection Service of the municipality. Particular emphasis was placed on strengthening cooperation between the civil sector and local authorities - to prevent violence. It was noted that the statistics of violence against women is growing, and target groups need information and the availability of public services. Carrying out preventive measures is possible through the coordinated work of government and non-government structures. At the end of the meeting, the participants were given newspapers covering the activities of Poti Women Support Center.