Association Anika

Anika Association is a non-governmental, non-profit organization located in Tbilisi, Georgia, founded in 1997. The Association actively works to create equal opportunities and conditions for people with disabilities, providing them with a decent and independent life. The organization provides individuals with disabilities and their families with individually tailored services that promote the development of skills needed for independent living and successful employment.

One of the key initiatives of the association is the integration of children with disabilities into the general education system. The association cooperates with the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia and the Tbilisi State School, including children with disabilities in the education. In addition, Anika founded a rehabilitation center and day care programs for children whose full integration into the educational process is not yet possible.

The Anika Association also deals with issues of vocational education and employment of young people with disabilities, implementing the Zurab Zhvania Center for Independent Living project. This center is fully wheelchair accessible and provides services to dozens of teenagers with physical and mental disabilities. As part of the employment support program, the organization managed to employ 30 people in various companies and organizations.

One of the association's unique contributions is the creation of an innovative personal assistant model. This service is based on the social model of disability and helps people with disabilities and their families achieve their maximum potential through professional support from qualified staff.

By visiting Anika Association, families and individuals with disabilities can access a wide range of services and programs aimed at improving quality of life and integration into society.