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On December 18, in the Center of Democratic Engagement of Batumi a round table, organized by the GAC and the fund “Sukhumi” was held on: “Protection of domestic violence victim and prevention of violence – local international collaboration”. The meeting was attended by the representatives of NGO sector, police, social workers, teachers, youth, City Hall, public groups.

As it was said on the round table, the problem is also obvious in the region of Adjara and relevant measures should be carried out. It is important to use existing mechanisms of law, which is impossible without close cooperation and communication among the structures.

Where are the “weaknesses” in assistance of the victim, prevention of violence, how important is informing the society, education, what is the role of different sectors, especially local government in direction of problem solution – numerous interesting opinions were announced during the meeting, which will be reflected in the re

commendations and submitted to the relevant structures.

It was said that public discussions should be systematical.

The meeting was aired in the program of TV Company “Adjara”.

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