Presentation of the study “Research on the Motivation for Proficiency and Study of the State Language among the Azerbaijani-speaking and Armenian-speaking Population” was held on the occasion of Georgian Language Day.

The State Minister for Reconciliation and Civic Equality opened the event with a welcoming speech, congratulated attendees on Georgian Language Day, and highlighted the importance of preserving and promoting the state language.

She reviewed the study’s findings and outlined key trends.

According to the research, Georgian language proficiency is steadily improving in regions with large ethnic minority populations, with more people learning the language each year.

This progress is attributed to ongoing programs and mechanisms implemented as part of the state strategy.

Tea Akhvlediani underlined that expanding access to quality Georgian language education remains a top priority under the civic equality and integration policy. As she noted, based on the research, the Government - both central and local - will continue coordinated efforts to enhance learning opportunities and achieve the strategic goals set for 2030.

A brief report on the results of the survey was presented to the audience by Deputy State Minister Lia Gigauri. The survey was prepared by the independent research organization Public Defender, with the support of the United Nations Development Program [UNDP].

Representatives from the executive and legislative branches, local authorities, academia, and civil society attended the event.

“I congratulate all of Georgia on this important day, which marks the historical events 47 years ago aimed at protecting the official status of the Georgian language. It is a day we celebrate with national pride. Today, our responsibility extends beyond preserving the language - we must also support non-Georgian-speaking communities in acquiring it. The study we present today highlights the growing proficiency among Armenian-speaking and Azerbaijani-speaking citizens, especially the youth. This progress reflects the success of our ongoing state policy, which we will continue to pursue to fully meet our goals by 2030”, - said Tea Akhvlediani.