The Anti-Corruption Bureau is actively engaging in ongoing dialogue with the civil sector and all stakeholders to promote transparency and integrity. The primary goal of these discussions is to provide the public with accurate information and to prevent disinformation, particularly concerning the FARA (Foreign Agents Registration Act) and the “Law on Grants.”

On July 2, an informational meeting was held with representatives of the non-governmental sector and other interested parties. The central topics of this meeting were the amendments to Georgia's Law "On Grants" and the presentation of the new online platform, grants.acb.gov.ge.

According to Razhden Kuprashvili, Head of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, the changes introduced to the Law "On Grants" are intended to streamline processes and enhance transparency, rather than to impose restrictions. Specifically, these amendments grant the Anti-Corruption Bureau the authority to monitor the issuance and receipt of grants without prior consent, following rules developed by the Bureau itself.

To facilitate this monitoring, the Bureau can request financial reports, question individuals as prescribed by law, and request necessary information, including sensitive personal data. If information is not publicly available, the Bureau can seek a court order.

To simplify procedures and significantly ease the work of non-governmental organizations, the Anti-Corruption Bureau has developed a mechanism designed to minimize bureaucratic hurdles. As part of this effort, an electronic register for foreign grants has been created. This specialized website, https://grants.acb.gov.ge, is set to launch on July 10.

Registration on the website is voluntary, and those who wish to register must complete a simple form. During monitoring, the Anti-Corruption Bureau will rely on the information uploaded to this website. This approach aims to save time for interested parties and prevent misunderstandings.

Razhden Kuprashvili stated that "the transparency this system entails strengthens trust between organizations and society, as well as with our partners and donors. Our goal is to ensure that your hard work, which at times seemed overlooked due to the influence of certain actors, is not lost. It is crucial to support organizations that work diligently and fulfill their duties faithfully. I am ready to communicate with you, as well as with donors and any interested party. Transparent work means that your activities and the impact of your projects will become even more visible. This is an opportunity to demonstrate the significance of your contribution to Georgia's future."

The informational meeting on July 2 was attended by around 150 representatives from non-governmental organizations