The Current Situation of “Ineffective” Assistance in the Social Assistance System in Georgia –Values For 21st Century or Challenge
Social Assistance System in Georgia
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Abstract
The social assistance system in Georgia plays a critical role in supporting vulnerable populations; however, persistent issues of inefficiency and ineffectiveness have limited its impact. Despite efforts to address poverty and social exclusion, the system often fails to adequately target those most in need, resulting in unequal access to benefits and the misallocation of limited resources. Factors contributing to this ineffectiveness include outdated eligibility assessment methods, lack of transparency, bureaucratic delays, and inconsistent monitoring and evaluation mechanisms. Many low-income families remain excluded due to rigid or unclear criteria, while some beneficiaries receive assistance despite improved living conditions, undermining the fairness and sustainability of the system. This is demonstrated by the current situation, the revealed facts, and numerous studies conducted by me.
Additionally, social services are frequently underfunded and understaffed, reducing their capacity to offer meaningful, long-term support beyond short-term financial aid. Civil society organizations and international partners have criticized these shortcomings and called for comprehensive reforms, including more data-driven decision-making, improved inter-agency coordination, and greater community involvement in policy design and implementation.
The growing socio-economic disparities, especially in rural areas, further highlight the urgency of addressing these gaps. Without significant structural changes, the social assistance system risks perpetuating dependency rather than empowering individuals toward self-sufficiency.
This abstract aims to underscore the pressing need for a more inclusive, responsive, and efficient social assistance framework in Georgia one that not only alleviates poverty temporarily but actively supports pathways out of vulnerability and promotes social cohesion in the long term.
Keywords: Social Assistance, Poverty Alleviation, Inefficiency, Policy Reform, Vulnerability.
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