IDFI - Institute for Development of Freedom of Information

IDFI's Policy Paper on Challenges Facing the Prosecution Service in Criminal Proceedings of Crimes Committed with Discriminatory Motive

Hate crime as well as domestic offence or domestic violence and violence against women is a universal reality for every society and is a complex problem widespread in the world with devastating results not only for victims but for the society as a whole due to its specific character and social threat.

The Survey of the population of Georgia on the knowledge and attitudes towards Prosecutor’s Office

The survey studies the following topics: 1. Attitude towards the Prosecutor's Office and prosecutors of Georgia; 2. Knowledge about the Prosecutor's Office of Georgia; 3. Experience with the Prosecutor's Office; 4. Application of communication channels of the Prosecutor's Office and their evaluation.

Russian Propaganda and COVID-19 – Should Georgia Expand Trade Relations with Russia?

Considering the narratives spread by the pro-Russian media and Sergei Lavrov’s speech, it is possible the situation around COVID-19 to be used for the enhancement of the notion in the society that the expansion of trade relations between Georgia and Russia is necessary, which, in fact, means the increase of Georgia’s dependence on Russia.

The Anti-Vaccination Movement and Russian Propaganda

In the times when the world is fighting against the Coronavirus pandemic and looks forward to creating vaccine, the increase of public trust toward the vaccination has a paramount importance.

Covid-19 Related Simplified Tenders

IDFI looked into the simplified procurements performed during the current emergency situation, to learn which products or services are mostly procured, the amount of funds spent on these procurements and the companies receiving these funds.

Guidelines on the Proactive Publication of Information by Governments during the Covid-19 Crisis and on Covid-19 Related Public Procurement

Taking into consideration the existing challenges posed by the global health crises IDFI developed Guidelines on the Proactive Publication of Information by Governments during the Covid-19 Crisis and the Guidelines on Covid-19 Related Public Procurement. IDFI provided international community, governments and civil society organizations with the guidelines.

Pandemics and Corruption Risks

International experience shows that corruption often thrives during times of crisis caused by the pandemic. Therefore, it is important that the Government pay more attention to corruption risks and the detection of possible corruption cases.

The Study - Career in Civil Service and Gender Equality

The Institute for Development of Freedom of Information (IDFI) studied the perceptions towards different career paths and professional success of women and men in civil service.