This time, seminars were held for organizations working in the social sphere, community leaders and active community representatives operating in the municipalities of Zugdidi, Chkhorotsku, Khoni and Tskaltubo.

The meetings were held within the framework of the project “Building Inclusion of Vulnerable and Marginalized Communities in Georgia”, after the presentation of which, the audience was introduced to its main principle - “Leave No One Behind” (LNOB).

The participants also learned about international experience, practical approaches and tools aimed at effective identification of needs and appropriate response. They also participated in group activities, where they discussed the reasons for people being left behind and ways to support them.

 “This seminar is an important step towards strengthening social policies based on community needs. The knowledge gained and shared experiences will help participants increase the involvement of vulnerable groups and better assess their needs at the local level.”
In the second part of the meeting, the participants were presented with the analysis, findings and recommendations of the NGO/CSO needs survey conducted within the framework of the project.

As a reminder, the main goal of the project is to strengthen civil society organizations, increase the involvement of CSOs working with vulnerable groups in Georgia in the development and implementation of social policies, programs and services in 10 municipalities of Georgia.

The project “Building Inclusion of Vulnerable and Marginalized Communities in Georgia” is implemented by the Charity Humanitarian Center "Abkhazeti" (CHCA); Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Georgia (ASB Georgia) and the Education Development and Employment Center (EDEC), with financial support from the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF).