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International Refugee Day |
 June 20th is the International Refugee Day that is marked all over the world. YMCA of Georgia has been working with refugees and IDPs (Internally Displaced Person) for many years and implemented various programs and actions in order to assist them.
On June 20th, 2010, within the framework of “IDP Rehabilitation Project”, the leaders and volunteers of YMCA of Georgia implemented charity action aimed to provide support to IDP families. |
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Jazz Teens on Nationwide Music Festival |
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 For several consecutive years already, on the second weekend of June - Tbilisi Republic square is the host of the music festival that brings Jazz, Rock and Blues musicians from all over the country together. The festival has become very prestigious and each year attracts thousands of music fans and experts.
This year, Jazz Teens have received the invitation to perform on the festival. It was truly a remarkable acknowledgement of our young musicians, as the participants of the festival are very carefully chosen.
On June 13th, 2010, “Jazz Teens” had the opportunity to perform in front of a large crowd at the Republic Square. They played 10 compositions, 4 of them together with Vaja Mania – the member of another YMCA band – “The Groovers” and the finalist of “Geostar” – nationwide musical contest.
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International Children’s Day |
 June 1st is celebrated as an International Children’s Day in many countries, including Georgia. The day is marked with various events and activities all over the country.
The YMCA of Georgia traditionally provides entertainment program to the children and youth on this specific date.
This time, within the framework of “IDP Rehabilitation Project”, 34 kids aged 7 – 12 and YMCA volunteers went to the Amusement park situated in the vicinity of Tbilisi. The event was a joint effort of the YMCA of Georgia and Telavi YMCA. All the children were from IDP (Internally Displaced Persons) families currently residing in Telavi, East Georgia.
Kids had the opportunity to enjoy various attractions and rides. All of them were very excited and happy. |
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Caucasus Jazz Festival 2010 |
 The Embassies of USA in South Caucasus States – Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan initiated a very unique and interesting project – “Caucasus Jazz Festival 2010”. The project aim is to bring the talented musicians from the region together and promote peace and tolerance through Jazz music. Quote from the welcome message of USA Ambassador in Georgia – Mr. John Bass:
“The differences that may divide people, whether they arise from language, ethnic origin, religion, gender or politics, can all be bridged by music. Good music has the power to inspire the best in all of us: joy love and compassion. I salute all our partners in South Caucasus for their contributions to this festival, and I hope that events like this one will promote greater cooperation and understanding between the people and countries of the region and the United States”
The YMCA of Georgia works actively to promote the values of tolerance and understanding among the people of the region and is currently involved in regional project “Roots for Reconciliation” that serves the same cause.
And Jazz program has been one of the most successful program components in YMCA work in Georgia recently – so it is very honorable that the Embassy of the USA in Georgia acknowledged the work and efforts of YMCA of Georgia in the field and invited the organization as the official partner of the Festival.
The venue of the festival was Tbilisi, Georgia – on May 1 – 8, 2010 Conservatory Grand Hall, Tbilisi State Concert Hall and Tbilisi Event Hall hosted the variety of young and talented young musicians that performed for the delight of the audience that packed halls during all Festival days. |
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 On April 27 - 30, 2010 The Program Development Secretary of YMCA Georgia - Revaz Shavladze took part in the Workshop within the framework of the series of the workshops aimed to introduce “Do No Harm” Methodology to South Caucasus-based NGOs that work on peace-building and conflict management issues.
The organizing of the workshop was implemented by German Foundation EED.
The Workshop was conducted in Yerevan, Armenia and was facilitated by Ankica Dragin. YMCA Europe and ART (Armenian Round Table) were the hosts of the workshop and created very convenient atmosphere for participants.
The aim of the particular workshop was: to explore possibilities of incorporating the DNH methodology in the new project proposals that involved organizations plan to submit to EED; To enhance the effects of using DNH methodology in project planning and implementation for achieving maximum project impact, etc…
The workshop was interactive and involved a wide variety of tools and methods that participants had the opportunity to apply to their respective organizational issues. |
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International Friendly Baseball Match |
 The friendship links that have developed as through the friendly game that was played between “YMCA Iveria” and US Marine Instructors have resulted in the desire to continue organizing such games.
On Sunday, apri1 8th 2010, the field of Physical Education Academy was the host of International Friendly game - this time both teams were significantly strengthened by new additions to the squad. |
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