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Blog | Public Perceptions of Georgia’s Potential Involvement in a War

Most Georgians believe it is unlikely the country will become involved in a war, though a significant minority remain unsure. Perceptions of war risk differ across demographic groups and are strongly shaped by political views and media trust.
Most Georgians believe it is unlikely the country will become involved in a war, though...

Report | Conspiracy Theories and Anti-Western Attitudes in Georgia

The study examines how conspiracy theories, both common ones and the Georgian Dream–promoted “Global War Party” narrative, shape public opinion and contribute to anti-Western attitudes in Georgia. It analyzes how factors such as media consumption, partisanship, and demographics influence susceptibility to these narratives.
The study examines how conspiracy theories, both common ones and the Georgian Dream–promoted “Global War...

CRRC Podcast | Episode 11 – Are Georgians Concerned About Climate Change?

Explore Georgian attitudes toward climate change through CRRC Georgia's 2024 study "Attitudes Towards Climate Change in Georgia." While climate change doesn't top the list of national priorities, 90% of Georgians consider it important and 80% are worried about it. The data reveals a public grounded in firsthand experience - 75% have witnessed local weather changes - and supportive of climate action. Internationally, Georgia ranks 26th out of 111 countries for climate concern, with 56% categorized as "alarmed." Despite high concern, gaps remain in understanding climate science and effective individual actions.
Explore Georgian attitudes toward climate change through CRRC Georgia's 2024 study "Attitudes Towards Climate Change...

CRRC Podcast | Episode 3 (GEO) – The Myth of Conservatism in Georgia: What the Findings Really Show

This episode of the CRRC Georgia Podcast challenges the widespread belief that Georgian society is overwhelmingly conservative. Based on a 2023 ⁠survey⁠, findings reveal the public is ideologically split. Older, rural, less-educated, male Georgian Dream supporters tend to be more socially conservative, and are typically only politically active online.
This episode of the CRRC Georgia Podcast challenges the widespread belief that Georgian society is...

The Caucasus Barometer needs your help!

The Caucasus Barometer has captured what Georgians think - about democracy, politics, the economy, public institutions, and the country’s overall direction - for nearly two decades. It remains one of the few truly independent and openly accessible sources of data in the region.
The Caucasus Barometer has captured what Georgians think - about democracy, politics, the economy, public...

CRRC Podcast | Episode 10 – What Are the Narratives Georgian Dream Pushes on Facebook?

Between 2022 and 2023, Georgia’s ruling Georgian Dream party ramped up anti-Western rhetoric on Facebook. Drawing on CRRC-Georgia’s and the Social Justice Center’s research, this episode unpacks how these narratives emerged, evolved, and spread, from conspiracies surrounding NGOs to open attacks on Western officials and institutions. Listeners will learn how concepts like “agentocracy,” “global war party,” and “with dignity towards Europe” became central to the Georgian Dream regime’s messaging, framing the West as morally corrupt and intent on dragging the country into war. We trace key phases, actors, and online ecosystems fueling Georgia’s modern anti-Western discourse.
Between 2022 and 2023, Georgia’s ruling Georgian Dream party ramped up anti-Western rhetoric on Facebook....

WiP: “Autocephaly and the Orthodox Church in Georgia”

CRRC, ARISC and American Councils are pleased to announce the 3rd session of the Fall 2025 Tbilisi Works-in-Progress series! This week’s session will be virtual only on Zoom. “Autocephaly and the Orthodox Church in Georgia” Paul Crego, U.S. Library of Congress, ret.
CRRC, ARISC and American Councils are pleased to announce the 3rd session of the Fall...

CRRC Podcast | Episode 2 (GEO) – Why is sexual harassment in the workplace widespread in Georgia?

Although the rate of workplace sexual harassment in Georgia is high - nearly one in four private sector employees and one in three public sector employees have experienced it - the rate of seeking help through formal channels remains low. In this episode of CRRC-Georgia’s podcast, we explore the reasons behind this trend.
Although the rate of workplace sexual harassment in Georgia is high - nearly one in...