Georgia, February 4, 2026 – Approximately 379,957 children are registered within Georgia’s Unified Database of Socially Vulnerable Families, representing roughly 10% of the nation’s population of around 3.9 million. These figures were detailed in a recent report by the ombudsman, examining human rights and freedoms. The report indicates that 278,639 children receive a subsistence allowance, with 12,868 accessing this aid for the first time.
This demonstrates a continued reliance on state welfare among families with children. A total of 186,163 families with at least one child are included in the database, and 129,329 of these families benefit from subsistence support. The report emphasizes the scale of social need and the strain on the system.
A key area of focus was the “Emergency Assistance for Families with Children in Crisis” subprogramme, which assisted 5,875 families in 2025 – a notable increase from the previous year. However, the ombudsman noted this program’s reactive nature and lack of sustained support. Seven shelters operated across Georgia, providing services to 75 adult and two underage mothers, alongside 139 children.
Despite this infrastructure, further development is needed to ensure stable social reintegration. The report highlights the ongoing challenge of helping families achieve independent livelihoods. In 2025, 37,867 children were born, while 44,319 people died.
The ombudsman stresses the need for a more thorough assessment of child poverty and its causes. The increase in registered children within social programs may be influenced by awareness, assistance changes, and administrative shifts, but a deeper analysis is required to accurately portray the situation and inform effective policy.
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