Final Report: Momavlis Taoba (Future Generation) Program

The program aimed to promote civic engagement among young people and enhance civil society's role in promoting transparent and accountable governance. The program focused on expanding and institutionalizing secondary school civics education curricula and practical applications. The program built on the progress made under the Applied Civic Education and Teacher Training Program (ACETT), which worked with civics teachers and students in approximately 30% of schools in Georgia. Through the initial Momavlis Taoba award, the program reached an additional 20% of secondary schools (480 schools) throughout the country. During the program's extension, an additional 10% of secondary schools (230 schools) were targeted. The program's primary objective was to improve the quality and scope of school-based civic education. This was achieved by introducing additional approaches or variations to promoting applied learning by students in school civics classes. The program sought to find the best approach or combination of approaches for promoting civic engagement and democratic values among young people. The program's activities were implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, as well as various non-governmental organizations in Tbilisi and regions. The program's efforts were focused on promoting civic engagement, democratic values, and transparency in governance. The program's impact was evaluated through various indicators, including the number of schools and students reached, the quality of civic education, and the level of civic engagement among young people. The program's results showed significant improvements in civic education and engagement among young people, contributing to the development of a more democratic and transparent society in Georgia. The program's activities were divided into several components, including teacher training, development of civic education materials, and promotion of civic engagement among young people. The program also supported the development of a civic education curriculum and the establishment of a network of civics teachers and educators. The program's extension phase focused on scaling up the program's activities and reaching an additional 10% of secondary schools. The program also continued to support the development of civic education materials and the promotion of civic engagement among young people. Overall, the Momavlis Taoba Program made significant contributions to the development of civic education and democratic values in Georgia. The program's efforts helped to promote civic engagement, transparency, and accountability in governance, contributing to the country's democratic development. The program's activities were supported by various stakeholders, including the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, non-governmental organizations, and local communities. The program's impact was evaluated through various indicators, including the number of schools and students reached, the quality of civic education, and the level of civic engagement among young people. The program's results showed significant improvements in civic education and engagement among young people, contributing to the development of a more democratic and transparent society in Georgia. The program's legacy continues to shape the country's civic education and democratic development, contributing to a more informed and engaged citizenry.