The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia has joined the global 16-day campaign against violence against women, reaffirming its commitment to preventing and responding to gender-based violence.
The ministry on Wednesday emphasized the importance of timely identification and effective intervention in cases of violence against women, as well as raising public awareness and continuously improving response mechanisms.
The Ministry said it had implemented a series of preventive measures, including a risk assessment tool for violence recurrence, restraining orders, an electronic surveillance system, and ongoing monitoring of those orders.
“A significant development occurred in May 2023, when an updated risk assessment tool was introduced, enabling more victims to utilize the electronic surveillance mechanism with their consent. Between May 2023 and November 2024, 180 victims consented to the imposition of electronic surveillance on their perpetrators, a notable increase compared to the 44 cases recorded from 2020 to May 2023”, the body said.
It noted the European Commission had praised the efforts, specifically highlighting the improvements to the risk assessment tool in its November 8, 2023, conclusion.
“The Ministry of Internal Affairs also operates a crucial Human Rights Protection Department, which, since May 2024, has expanded its mandate. The department’s specialized staff monitor the quality of legal proceedings in cases of violence against women and domestic violence, identifying shortcomings and offering recommendations for improvements”, MIA said, adding “they also provide ongoing training for law enforcement officers to ensure proper handling of such cases”.
To mark the 16-day campaign, the Ministry has organized various events and activities to further raise public awareness and enhance responsiveness in addressing violence against women.
