JA Georgia and Georgian-Ukrainian Platform have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation, marking an important step towards expanding partnerships and strengthening support for displaced and vulnerable Ukrainian young people.
Junior Achievement (JA) Georgia continues to expand its network of partner organisations as part of its commitment to supporting Ukrainian youth and strengthening inclusive youth development initiatives.
The newly signed Memorandum of Cooperation between JA Georgia and the Georgian-Ukrainian Platform establishes a formal basis for strengthening institutional ties, promoting knowledge exchange and exploring opportunities for joint initiatives.
The agreement also supports the objectives of PACE – Promoting Access, Collaboration and Empowerment for Ukrainian Youth, a project dedicated to building the capacities of youth organisations and improving their ability to respond effectively to the needs of displaced and vulnerable Ukrainian young people.
Strengthening Partnerships for Ukrainian Youth Empowerment
The Memorandum represents an important development in JA Georgia’s efforts to establish meaningful partnerships with organisations engaged in supporting Ukrainian communities.
By strengthening cooperation with the Georgian-Ukrainian Platform, JA Georgia aims to contribute to a more connected network of organisations working to promote youth inclusion, development and empowerment.
The partnership provides a foundation for future collaboration and creates opportunities to explore joint initiatives aligned with shared objectives.
Cooperation between organisations is particularly important when addressing the needs of displaced and vulnerable young people, whose circumstances may require accessible educational resources, targeted support and coordinated approaches.
Building stronger partnerships can help organisations exchange relevant experience, identify shared priorities and develop more effective ways of engaging with the communities they support.
Through this cooperation, JA Georgia and the Georgian-Ukrainian Platform seek to contribute to these broader objectives while supporting the implementation of the PACE project.
Discussing the PACE Project and Future Cooperation
During the meeting, representatives of the two organisations discussed the objectives and planned activities of the PACE project, as well as potential areas for future collaboration.
Particular attention was given to opportunities for strengthening the knowledge, skills and capacities of professionals working with young people.
The discussion highlighted the importance of equipping youth workers with relevant tools, resources and competencies that enable them to address the diverse needs of displaced and vulnerable Ukrainian youth.
The organisations also explored possible forms of cooperation that could contribute to capacity-building activities and encourage greater engagement among youth-focused organisations.
The meeting provided an opportunity to identify shared interests and consider how future joint initiatives could complement the project’s wider goals.
While specific activities will require further planning and coordination, the signed Memorandum creates an important framework for continued dialogue and collaborative action.
Building the Capacity of Youth Workers and Organisations
One of the central priorities of the PACE project is strengthening the capacity of organisations working with young people in Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia.
Youth organisations and professionals play an essential role in helping displaced and vulnerable young people access development opportunities and participate more actively in their communities.
Their work can involve a wide range of responsibilities, from facilitating educational activities and supporting social inclusion to helping young people build confidence and develop practical skills.
To respond effectively to these needs, organisations require opportunities for professional development, access to suitable learning resources and cooperation with other institutions.
PACE aims to address these priorities through three important approaches:
Structured training
The project seeks to strengthen the skills and competencies of youth workers through organised learning opportunities. These activities are intended to support the development of knowledge and practical approaches relevant to working with vulnerable and displaced young people.
Mentoring and professional support
Mentoring creates opportunities for guidance, reflection and the exchange of experience. Through professional support, youth workers can strengthen their confidence and develop more effective approaches to supporting young people.
Digital learning resources
Digital educational resources can contribute to accessible and flexible professional learning. By supporting knowledge sharing and access to relevant materials, these tools can help youth organisations strengthen their capabilities over time.
Together, these approaches are designed to support the professional development of youth workers and contribute to stronger organisational capacities across participating countries.
Why Cross-Organisational Cooperation Matters
The challenges faced by displaced and vulnerable Ukrainian young people require cooperation among organisations with different experiences, resources and areas of expertise.
Partnerships can create opportunities for mutual learning and enable organisations to work towards shared goals.
They can also strengthen communication between stakeholders, encourage more coordinated planning and help identify practical ways to respond to emerging needs.
For organisations working directly with Ukrainian youth, cooperation offers an opportunity to connect community knowledge with educational and capacity-building initiatives.
The partnership between JA Georgia and the Georgian-Ukrainian Platform reflects this collaborative approach.
By formalising their relationship, the organisations have created a basis for developing future initiatives that support youth workers and contribute to an inclusive environment for Ukrainian young people.
The agreement also demonstrates the importance of building partnerships at the national level while contributing to the broader international objectives of PACE.
Looking Ahead: Turning Cooperation into Action
The signing of the Memorandum marks an important step in the development of cooperation between JA Georgia and the Georgian-Ukrainian Platform.
Building on their initial discussions, the organisations intend to explore opportunities for joint engagement and collaboration in areas related to youth worker capacity building and support for Ukrainian youth.
Further cooperation may involve knowledge sharing, participation in relevant project activities and the identification of opportunities to strengthen connections among youth-focused organisations.
These potential directions will be developed through continued communication and coordination between the partners.
For JA Georgia, expanding its network of partners is an important component of implementing the PACE project and contributing to its long-term objectives.
By connecting organisations, encouraging the exchange of experience and supporting professional development, PACE seeks to strengthen the systems and networks that serve Ukrainian young people.
The Memorandum of Cooperation between JA Georgia and the Georgian-Ukrainian Platform represents a positive step towards stronger partnerships, more effective youth work and greater opportunities for displaced and vulnerable Ukrainian youth.