Georgia | World Vision International

From Refugees to Leaders Helping their Communities build new lives

After starting their lives from scratch as refugees in a new country, Ben and Amalia have established their own NGOs to support their communities.

Girl leaders from SKYE Club

Meet Two Mariams: Young Leaders Giving Back

In western Georgia, two girls named Mariam share a passion for change. Both began as SKYE Club members and are now leaders, inspiring local youth.

Mariam Jabniashvili, a young social entrepreneur from mountainous Georgia

Entrepreneurship

Turning a Garage into a Learning Space for Children

Young social entrepreneur and speech and language therapist Mariam Jabniashvili returned to her hometown of Zhinvali to transform her local community.

Elene's study desk

A dedicated student’s path - Empowering Families and Advancing Child Well-Being

Seventeen-year-old Elene, once living in a boarding school, has returned to her family thanks to timely support that met her urgent needs. With essential...

Vazha young entrepreneur from Georgia_

Young leaders for change

Vazha's journey - Finding Purpose in Giving Back

Meet Vazha, a social entrepreneur whose journey reflects resilience, vision, and the transformative power of opportunity. Vazha grew up in the city of...

Eto as a Youth Club Leader

Youth empowerment

From Youth Club to a Career in Banking – Growing up with World Vision Georgia

Eto’s inspiring journey began in a small Georgian village, where World Vision’s youth club programme helped her develop essential life skills, confidence...

World Refugee Day 2025: message from Eleanor Monbiot, Regional Leader for World Vision MEER

World Refugee Day 2025: Message from Eleanor Monbiot, Regional Leader for World Vision MEER

Refugees as changemakers

From newcomers to changemakers: young refugees unite to empower youth in Georgia

Ahmed from Saudi Arabia and Abdi from Somalia arrived in Georgia several years ago, each bringing with them unique stories and experiences that led them to...

Refugee from Georgia

World Vision helped us rebuild hope - Irina’s story

After fleeing the war in Ukraine, Irina arrived in Georgia with her two daughters, injured and uncertain about the future. With consistent support from...

Zahra, single mother from Iran

World Refugee Day

Single mother’s journey - a taste of resilience

A brave Iranian mother’s journey from refugee life to becoming a respected culinary professional in Georgia - fueled by love, resilience, and hope.

Women empowerment

Mary: Empowering Women through Strength and Resilience

Mary: Empowering Women Through Strength and Resilience

Happy Space - Creating a Safe place for Ukrainian Children and Families in Georgia

Happy Space is a Non-Formal Education and Development Centre, where we see lives changing every day.

Family Business - Promoting Healthy Lifestyle and Physical Strength for all

A Ukrainian family stranded in Batumi, Georgia due to war, adapts to their new environment and finds ways to earn a living.

Ukrainian refugees in Georgia

A Taste of Home: Alina’s Journey to Building a New Life

Alina, a Ukrainian refugee, fled to Georgia with her family in the search of safety. After initially working in local cafés, she decided to start a family...

with Nino, project participant

Building healthier communities: World Vision Georgia’s impact on Public Health and awareness

The pandemic hit vulnerable families the hardest, including children, women, and people with disabilities. Many struggled with worsening economic and...

Kulbabka: A Story of Hope and Transformation for a Ukrainian Refugee in Georgia

Kulbabka is a ceramic studio led by a Ukrainian refugee living in Georgia. He received financial support to purchase equipment, conduct workshops, and...

Sopo Kimadze, medical student, once a Sponsored Child.

Child Sponsorship

From dreams to doctor - a journey of gratitude and growth with World Vision

How a Child Sponsorship Program Empowered a Young Girl from Georgia to Achieve Her Dream of Becoming a Doctor.

Nini from Georgia

Nini's inspiring journey from a street kid to a superhero - guiding and empowering vulnerable children

A story about Nini's Inspiring Journey from Street Kid to Superhero, how she empowers other vulnerable children in Georgia

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World Vision Georgia's Statement on adoption of the new law on "Transparency of Foreign Influence"

World Vision Georgia's Statement on adoption of the new law on "Transparency of Foreign Influence"

Ukraine, women empowerment, happy space, pss,

Story of Hope: World Vision Services Help Anna and her Child Craft New Life in New Surrounding

Anna's journey from Ukraine to Georgia is a touching and resilient story of survival and hope. Fleeing her homeland in July 2022 due to the war in Ukraine...

Ana's story - World Vision Shaping Youths' Path to Success

Ana - a young leader and a youth delegate from Georgia at the Council of Europe Congress of Local and Regional Authorities.

Ukraine Crisis Response

Over a year on, ADH, UNHCR and World Vision assist over 16K refugees in Georgia with life-saving initiatives

Palusky met with the local staff, partners and interacted with who have been benefiting from World Vision’s work, among which is the Multi-Service Centre...

Learning activities help restore stolen childhood of Ukrainian children who fled in Georgia

Due to the war, nearly five million Ukranians, fled in neighboring countries. Over 17 million are in need of urgent humanitarian assistance.

How little Yehor from Ukraine found his passion for music playing violin in Georgia

To meet the humanitarian and protection needs of the most vulnerable children and families, World Vision provided assistance and services to nearly 11,000...