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May 13, 2025 Project 160 views

Europe Day – Young People from Kutaisi Joined the Event Held at ExpoGeorgia

On May 9, Europe Day, young people from Kutaisi also joined the event held at ExpoGeorgia! The initiative was led by young leaders within the framework of the project “Act for Georgia: A Strong and Active Civil Society for Change.” The young participants engaged in various activities, including the audiovisual exhibition “This Country Is Yours,” thematic discussions, educational sessions, and an exhibition showcasing programs implemented by the European Union. For your information: The young leaders were selected within the framework of the project “REACT for Georgia: Resilient, Engaged, Active Civil Society for Transformation.” REACT for Georgia aims to strengthen civil society in the regions of Georgia, promote democratic governance, and increase citizen engagement. The project is focused on the institutional development of the civil sector and ensuring its sustainability. Within the framework of the project, RICDOG serves as the Civil Society Hub for the Imereti region and actively works to strengthen the civil society sector in the region. The project is implemented with the support of the European Union and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation.

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May 3, 2025 Project 298 views

On May 2, the first activity was held at the initiative of young leaders

Stickers, flyers, photo frames and lots of smiles — everything to remind us of the European choice once again. Citizens took photos in a specially made frame, received information about the projects implemented by the European Union in Kutaisi, and took along symbolic stickers and flyers. We believe that Kutaisi is a truly European city, and it is on this path that the movement should continue in the name of equality, development, and freedom. Find yourself in the photos – link in the first comment for information: Young leaders were selected within the framework of the project – “REACT for Georgia: Strong and Active Civil Society for Change”. “REACT for Georgia” aims to strengthen civil society in the regions of Georgia, promote democratic governance, and increase citizen engagement. The project is focused on ensuring the institutional development and sustainability of the civil sector. Within the framework of the project, RICDOG serves as the hub of civil society in Imereti and actively works to strengthen the civil sector in the region. The project is implemented with the support of the European Union and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation.

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April 30, 2025 Uncategorized 201 views

A working meeting was held with young leaders

Within the framework of the project “REACT for Georgia: A Strong and Active Civil Society for Change”, a working meeting was held with selected young leaders from the Imereti region. The meeting took place at the office of the Imereti Regional Hub – the Research-Intellectual Club “Dialogue of Generations” (RICDOG). During the meeting: • Participants received information about the project’s current progress and its main directions; • Over two days, the young leaders worked on identifying key problems in the Imereti region and developed corresponding initiatives; • They also created their individual action plans aimed at addressing local challenges. About the project: The project is implemented with the support of the European Union and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation.

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April 29, 2025 Uncategorized 230 views

Innovative Educational Program for Socially Vulnerable Children in Kutaisi

The Research-Intellectual Club “Dialogue of Generations” (RICDOG) is successfully implementing an innovative educational program designed for socially vulnerable children aged 6–12. The aim of the program is to develop participants’ creative and critical thinking, communication skills, and to teach English using engaging and innovative methods. The program is taking place in Kutaisi, in a newly established social enterprise space, and is funded through resources raised via public crowdfunding on the Orbeliani Meti platform. The program is provided free of charge for three groups of children—two of which have already started, while the organizational team is currently working on assembling the third group. Achieved Results As part of the program, essential preparatory stages were conducted, including participant selection and planning for the educational process. Special attention was given to working appropriately with different age groups: the children were divided into two categories—6–8 years old and 9–12 years old. After this division, a diagnostic assessment was conducted to determine each child’s level of English proficiency, which served as the basis for assigning them to the appropriate groups. A total of 18 children participated in the program—11 girls and 7 boys, coming from 9 different families.

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April 29, 2025 Uncategorized 238 views

Legislative changes that restrict the freedom to assist people

MEGA TV prepared a news report and a talk show addressing recent legislative changes in Georgia that require prior authorization for issuing grants. According to civil society organizations, the amendments adopted on April 16 pose a serious threat to the freedom and development of civil society in the country. In the report, Irakli Tevzadze, Secretary General of the Research-Intellectual Club “Dialogue of Generations” (RICDOG), strongly criticized the new law. He stated that the changes represent an attempt to exert pressure and control, which will negatively impact the interests of students, youth, people with special needs, women, displaced persons, and other groups, making it harder for Georgia’s civil sector to support the population. In the related program, Nugzar Kokhreidze appeared live on MEGA TV and emphasized that the amendment constitutes interference in and restriction of the donor’s freedom to operate and make decisions. He further noted that in other countries with similar legislation, donors withdrew their presence and halted activities shortly after such laws were passed. As highlighted in both the broadcast and the report, these and other steps targeting civil society contradict Georgia’s path toward European integration.

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April 21, 2025 Uncategorized 264 views

The importance of using gamification approaches and integrating technologies

Nugzar Kokhreidze, Chairperson and Co-founder of the Research-Intellectual Club “Dialogue of Generations” (RICDOG), was a guest on the Rioni TV program “My Day.” The main topic of the program was gamification as one of the most innovative and effective approaches in both the educational and civil society sectors. Nugzar Kokhreidze spoke about how gamification methods can be used in programs and projects to enhance youth engagement, support the development of key competencies, and present routine processes in a more dynamic and accessible way. In addition, the discussion highlighted the importance of integrating technology and artificial intelligence tools into the everyday work of the civil sector — from non-formal education practices to mechanisms of public communication and awareness-raising. Watch the full interview and discover more about the innovative methods RICDOG applies in its work.

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April 9, 2025 Uncategorized 207 views

April 9 – A Georgian Symbol of the Struggle for Freedom

“April 9 reminds us that the struggle for freedom never ends — it continues every day we refuse to accept violence, injustice, and fear,” – Irakli Tevzadze, Secretary General of RICDOG. “We remember, we protect, and we continue the fight for our values!” For context, 36 years ago, a horrifying tragedy unfolded in Tbilisi. In the early hours of April 9, 1989, on Rustaveli Avenue, Soviet punitive forces violently dispersed a peaceful protest. • 21 people lost their lives, most of them women, including schoolchildren. In addition, many were injured, and up to 2,000 people were poisoned by an unidentified chemical substance. Exactly two years after April 9, 1989, the Supreme Council of Georgia, under the leadership of Zviad Gamsakhurdia, adopted the Act of Independence of Georgia. • April 9 became etched in Georgia’s modern history as both a day of national tragedy and the day of the country’s restored independence. Thus, this bloody day — April 9 — remained in Georgia’s history as a symbol of the great national liberation movement and a tragedy of the Georgian people, which left a profound mark on history and accelerated the collapse of the Soviet empire of evil.

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April 5, 2025 Uncategorized 309 views

Nugzar Kokhreidze on the program “Afternoon in Kutaisi” — on migration issues

Nugzar Kokhreidze, Chairperson and Co-founder of RICDOG, was invited to the program “Afternoon in Kutaisi” on Mega TV, where he spoke about migration-related issues. The discussion covered a range of topics. Nugzar Kokhreidze particularly emphasized the factors that require a complex and multi-layered approach to migration in Georgia — including economic conditions, access to education, labor market opportunities, and demographic characteristics. He also shared his vision of how independent research, youth initiatives, and civil society engagement can contribute to building more sustainable and long-term approaches to migration.

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April 5, 2025 Uncategorized 229 views

“Kutaisi offers one of the best examples of volunteer experience — and that is Gviriloba,” said Irakli Tevzadze.

Irakli Tevzadze, Secretary General of the Research-Intellectual Club “Dialogue of Generations” (RICDOG), was a guest on the program “Afternoon in Kutaisi” on Mega TV. During the interview, he spoke about the importance of volunteering for young people, particularly focusing on how volunteer experience can serve as a foundation for personal development, career choice, and professional planning.

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April 4, 2025 Programm 360 views

Free Educational Program for Socially Vulnerable Youth – ART is Fun+

The Research-Intellectual Club “Dialogue of Generations” (RICDOG) is launching a new free educational program for socially vulnerable children. The program, titled “ART is Fun+”, will be implemented through the Orbeliani Meti platform and financed via crowdfunding. This initiative aims to support children from socially disadvantaged families, particularly those who were included in the list of beneficiaries during RICDOG’s 2024 charity campaigns. Program duration: 6 weeks Target group: Children aged 6–12 from socially vulnerable households Within the program, participants will: • Learn English at a communicative level • Develop creativity, critical thinking, and communication skills • Engage in creative and team-based activities • Work with trained youth workers in a safe and friendly environment “ART is Fun” is one of RICDOG’s successful social entrepreneurship initiatives, which combines educational goals with the principles of accessibility and equality. The implementation of this program marks yet another step toward promoting social support and accessible education for youth. See more in the program “Our Day” by Rioni TV, featuring Kristine Chikhladze, Board Member of RICDOG.

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