About the Project

Implemented under the Council of Europe Action Plan for Georgia 2024–2027, the project Support to Civil Dialogue in Georgia aims to empower Georgian citizens with necessary knowledge and skills to promote human rights, democracy and rule of law, and gender equality. By fostering informed, inclusive, and constructive public dialogue, the Project provides citizens with trusted expertise and practical tools to engage meaningfully in a public decision-making.

By translating European democratic standards into accessible and locally relevant dialogue formats, the Project raises awareness and builds capacities across diverse segments of Georgian society, with particular attention to youth, women, and under-represented groups.

Budget: 750 000 EUR

 Duration: 2026-2027

 Continuation of the Project: This Project builds on the Council of Europe’s long-standing engagement in Georgia to strengthen democratic participation, freedom of expression, and inclusive dialogue, including the work of the Tbilisi School of Political Studies (TSPS).

How Does the Project Work?

The Project applies participatory and experiential learning methodologies, combining expert input with facilitated dialogue and creative approaches. Activities include civic dialogues, capacity-building workshops, thematic discussions, and innovative formats that integrate artistic and participatory methods such as music, poetry, documentary screenings, etc.

Council of Europe experts lead activities, ensuring strong links between European standards and national realities. Public awareness campaigns and peer exchanges, including study visits to the World Forum for Democracy in Strasbourg, further reinforce learning and engagement.

Who Benefits from the Project?

• Georgian citizens and citizen-led initiatives.
• Young leaders, women, and under-represented groups.
• Communities in towns and regions particularly vulnerable to disinformation.

What Do We Expect to Achieve?

The Project aims to empower citizens to actively participate in democratic life and public decision-making. Expected results include:

• Improved quality of public debate and increased awareness of democratic institutions and public policies.
• Strengthened dialogue among civil society actors, journalists, politicians, artists, and other stakeholders.
• Increased knowledge of European democratic and human rights standards.
• Greater citizen contribution to democratic governance and reform processes.

Overall, citizens across Georgia will be better equipped to defend and promote democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and gender equality.