“Diversity for an Inclusive Future” is a 36-month initiative led by HEKS-EPER Georgia and the Civic Education Teachers' Forum (CETF). The project aims to support social cohesion in Georgia by promoting cultural diversity and encouraging interaction and mutual understanding between different communities, including ethnic and religious minorities. A particular focus is placed on the use of shared cultural heritage as a tool for dialogue and connection.

The action promotes community engagement, improves access to publicly available information, and supports local initiatives that encourage cultural exchange and cooperation. Activities are implemented through participatory and collaborative approaches, involving community groups, educational institutions, cultural actors, and local partners.

Key activities include capacity development, co-creation processes, Social Laboratories, informational and awareness-raising initiatives, Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP), and youth-focused cultural exchange programmes. In addition, the project pilots innovative tools to improve access to publicly available services and information.

By bringing together different groups and sectors, the project contributes to shared experiences, dialogue, and respect for diversity across communities in Georgia.

The action aligns closely with the objectives and priorities outlined in the call for proposals by:
• Strengthening civil society in Georgia while promoting good governance, democratic values, and human rights (global objective).
• Enhancing the role and leadership of minorities in social dialogue and political processes (specific objective).
• Promoting cultural diversity and fostering tolerance among both minority and majority populations (specific objective).

The primary expected results of the project are:
• The role, contribution, and engagement of ethnic and religious minorities in social dialogue and public life are reinforced.
• The rich tangible and intangible cultural heritage of the diverse minority groups of Georgia is successfully used as a tool to foster cultural diversity and tolerance.
• Good practices drawn from the pilot and innovative initiatives are introduced for replication to ensure sustainable anchoring.