Geopolitics in Social Welfare: Examining the Interplay of Global and Local Forces within Gendered Social Services in Georgia

PhD student: Sevinj Samadzade
Summary: This research investigates the ways in which social work practices both reflect and reinforce geopolitical dynamics, focusing on the interplay between global and local influences in social welfare provision. Specifically, it examines the social services provided by Georgian civil society organizations that support women. The study aims to map the landscape of global and local actors, funding sources, gender and feminized labor discourses, and target groups involved in these services. Through direct observation and participation in the daily operations of selected Georgian civil society organizations, the research seeks to gain first-hand insights into these dynamics.
PhD in Social Work
Promoter(s): Ine Lietaert, Fabienne Bossuyt (Political Science )
Periode of time: March 2024 - March 2028