Implemented Projects
1) Ecological Park Reconstruction-Building, 1996, $500. This project was financed by Initiative for Social Action and Renewal (ISAR)-Georgia. The goal of this project was ecological reconstruction of the existing park on Leselidze Street, in Khashuri. Students took part in the implementation of this project. Outcome: Successfully met project goals.
2) Ecology-Economy, 1996, $9,500. This project was financed by EURASIA Foundation. The goal of this project was the development of ecotourism in the Khashuri district. The project was implemented with Khashuri’s independent newspaper “Khashuri News.” During the year, 54 articles were published about ecology, economy, and ecotourism. Outcome: successfully completed project goals, ecotourism awareness was raised. Periodically Kartli XXI receives requests for consultation on ecotourism.
3) The Red Newspaper, 1996, $1,997. This project was financed by ISAR-Georgia. The goal of this project was the protection of flora and fauna close to extinction. Six issues of the ecological newspaper were distributed throughout the Kartli region with a circulation of 2,000. Outcome: successfully completed project goals; however information about the status of this flora and fauna is currently not available.
4) Information Base for the Third Sector, 1996, $2,992. This project was financed by ISAR‑Georgia. This project created and shared information; provided consultations for 37 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in the region. These consultations included assistance and instruction in computer techniques, identification of relevant literature, and other professional consultations. Outcome: successfully met project goals by distributing information. Kartli XXI periodically receives requests for additional information from NGOs.
5) Create a Resource Center for Third Sector Development,1997, $39,243. This project was financed by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) through the Eurasia Foundation. A resource center was created to assist the NGO sector with training seminars, computer techniques, consultations, project preparation, fundraising, etc. This project worked on building better relations between government, NGOs, and mass media. Outcome: this project was successfully completed and is sustained today as Kartli XXI continues to provide consultations for NGOs of the region. Kartli XXI continues to operate computer classes that originated from this project.
6) Impulse of Democracy, 1997, $9,985. This project was financed by the U.S. Information Agency. The project improved information dissemination methods for local government and government based on the example of the United States. Six issues of the newspaper Impulse of Democracy were distributed throughout the region with a circulation of 10,000. The goal of the project was to raise the awareness of the regional population (80,000) about institutions of self-government and democratic government processes. Outcome: successfully met project goals by raising the awareness of the public about the system of self government in the United States.
7) Introduction to the Third Sector and Regional Development, 1998, 2,700 GEL. This project was financed by the Phidrikh Ebert Fund. The project consisted of four-day training-seminars for NGO representatives to assist them in developing governing boards, management structures, and strategic planning. These seminars were held July 25-29, 1998 in Khashuri. Outcome: seminars were successfully held in accordance with project goals.
8) Self-government and Government at the example of Canada and the Big Seven Countries, 1998, $10,000 (Canadian Dollars). This project was financed by the Information Service of the Canadian Embassy. The goal of this project was the promotion of self-government and government based on the example of the Big Seven countries. The journal Impulse of Democracy (95 pages) was distributed throughout the region. The goal of the project was raising the awareness of the population about self-government and the institution of democratic governance. Outcome: successfully met project goals by raising the awareness of the public about the system of self government in Canada and other western countries.
9) Self-government and Government in Germany, 1998, 10,000 DEM (German Marks). This project was financed by the Information Service of the German Embassy. It promoted democratic governance and self-government based on the example of Germany. The journal Impulse of Democracy (80 pages, circulation 6,000) was distributed throughout the region. The goal of the project was raising the consciousness of the population (80,000) about self-government and the institution of democratic governance. Outcome: successfully met project goals by raising the awareness of the public about the system of self government in Germany.
10) Private People’s Dialogue, 1999, $31,371. This project supported a small-scale business center financed by the USAID with the support of the Eurasia Foundation. The goal of the project was to support small-scale businesses using the experience of members of the Third Sector. The project included consultations and trainings on computer service, office management, gaining support from the local government, advertising, and using information. During the project, seven training seminars were organized for small-scale enterprises and information was distributed on television, radio, and through published booklets for small-scale entrepreneurs. Outcome: successfully met project goals by distributing information and conducting seminars. This project continues as Kartli XXI maintains this information in its library and periodically receives requests for information from individuals interested in starting a business.
11) Technical Development for Organizations, 1999, $2,500. This project was financed by The Embassy of The United Kingdom. The project contributed technical equipment to the organization. Two computers, one printer, one scanner and other technical equipment were purchased. Outcome: This project was successfully completed. Additional equipment was added to Kartli XXI’s computer lab/classroom.
12) Ecological Research in the Mtkvari River, 1999, $677. This project was financed by TACIS Environmental Awareness Raising Program for raising environmental consciousness. During this project, TV and radio programs were prepared about the Mtkvari River’s ecological condition. NGOs and government counterparts took part in the program. The programs were widely broadcasted on TV and radio throughout the region. Outcome: Successfully met project goals by raising environmental awareness.
13) NGO House, 2000, $15,000. This project was financed by the Open Society-Georgia Foundation. The project supported NGO development in the region. Thirteen training-seminars were organized as well as TV and radio programs. Also, weekly bulletins called Chronicle, Fact, & Information,” were published and distributed. These bulletins focused on the activities of the NGO sector. Outcome: Successfully met project goals by producing and distributing information. Seven NGOs resulted from this project and continue to exist as functioning NGOs in the Khashuri region.
14) A Day in the Board of Meeting of the City, 2001, $5,000. This project was financed by Great Britain’s Agency for International Development. This project raised the consciousness of young people on self-government and democratic governance. Implementation included eight public meetings, TV and radio programs, distribution of publications on self-government issues, and meetings with the Khashuri city government. Outcome: Successfully met project goals. Eighty (80) students directly participated in the project.
15) NGOs for Support of Self-Government, 2002, $5,000. This project was financed by NICO-Ireland. The project provided judicial support for self-government. It was implemented with another local NGO, “Temida.” Booklets and brochures for support of city government officials were published during the project. TV programs and publications were also released for the public. Outcome: Successfully met project goals. This project continues as Kartli XXI periodically supplies information to government officials upon request.
16) Environmental Karabadini, 2003, $2,000. This project was financed by The Regional Environmental Center of the Caucasus (REC-Caucasus). The journal Environmental Karabadini (circulation 1,000) was distributed throughout the region. It answered questions about environmental and ecological problems. Outcome: Successfully met project goals by printing and distributing information.
17) SOS-River Mtkvari, 2003, $500. This project was financed by REC-Caucasus. The project prepared TV programs about the ecological problems with the river. Ecological research was conducted in the Mtkvari’s river basin with a special boat. This research was conducted while TV radio and newspaper representatives publicized the event. Outcome: Successfully met project goals by producing a 10-day public information series. A video of this project is maintained in Kartli XXI’s library.
18) Budget Transparency Review, 2004, GEL 2,000. This project was financed by the Khashuri City Mayor’s office. The goal of the project was to review the city’s budget with the participation of local citizens. Outcome: A successful budget presentation was conducted in city hall with 50 participants in attendance.
19) Informational Center for Communal Union, 2005, GEL 2,500. This project was financed by the Borjomi-Kharagauli Zone Communal Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project (gtz). Information and education activities were produced about the rehabilitation of Khashuri’s water supply. Outcome: Successfully met project goals by providing information to the public.
20) Khashuri Government Directory, 2005, GEL 2,500. The project was financed by the Khashuri Regional (rayon) Government. The goal of the project was to publish an informational directory about governmental services located in the government building. Outcome: The directory was published with a circulation of 2,500.
21) Local Budgetary Survey, 2005, GEL 1,000. The project was financed by the Khashuri Regional Government. The goal of the project was to survey 2,000 citizens about their knowledge of the district budget. Outcome: Respondents were surveyed and the analysis was provided to the Government.
22) Community Mobilization in the Khashuri District, 2005, $21,000. This project was financed by World Vision International in Georgia. The main goal of the project was the mobilization of 11 village governments for future development. Community development plans were prepared and published for these village governments. Outcome: Successfully met project goals by mobilizing 11 village governments to improve utility service. Over 250 jobs were created from project. Village governments are still implementing their development plans.
23) Business and Administration Skills Training Center, 2006, $17,378. This project was financed by the U.S. Embassy Democracy Commission. The main goal of the project was to start a Business and Administration Skills training center for local residents to raise their skills for employment. A training center was opened and students were trained. Outcome: The project finished with outstanding results and a strong demand for its continuation. Funding for this project finished August 30, 2007 but the project continues as a self-sustaining project for the organization.
24) Civil Responsibility and Self Government: A journal about active citizenship, Be an Active Citizen, 2006, €36,503.97 (Euro). This project was financed by the European Commission delegation to Georgia. The main goal of the project was to start a monthly journal that would encourage the local citizenry to participate in local and regional government. This journal was prepared with the cooperation of 5 local NGOs. Outcome: This project successfully completed and further measurements of citizen civic engagement are being conducted.
