The Samaritan Association of Georgia (SSK) is part of a broader international effort to promote solidarity, quality social services, and humanitarian cooperation. Through decades of collaboration, SSK has developed strong ties within European Samaritan structures.

Partnership with ASB Germany and ASB Georgia

SSK has a long-standing and transformative partnership with the Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund (ASB) Germany, dating back to the early 1990s.

Since 2010, this collaboration has expanded through the presence of ASB Georgia, the country office of ASB Germany.

Together, they have implemented impactful projects, including the Gori Home Care Center, Early Intervention Centers, and capacity-building programs in first aid, disaster preparedness, and elder care.

Part of the International Samaritan Cooperation (ISK) Network

Since 1992, SSK has been a proud participant in the International Samaritan Cooperation (ISK) - a regional network of partnerships between ASB Germany and Samaritan organizations across Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe.

The ISK began after the collapse of the Soviet Union, supporting humanitarian relief and gradually shifting toward the development of sustainable social services and the strengthening of civil society structures.

Today, the ISK includes 13 core partner organizations and over 30 ASB branches, including those in Georgia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Ukraine, and the Balkans.

Member of Samaritan International (SAM.I.)

SSK is also a member of Samaritan International, a Europe-wide umbrella network of 17 organizations from 16 countries, co-founded by ASB Germany in 1994.

Through this membership, SSK engages in cross-border learning, joint initiatives, and solidarity actions with fellow Samaritan organizations.

SAM.I. and ISK maintain regular cooperation, reinforcing shared humanitarian values and operational synergy.

The Samaritan Association of Georgia (SSK) collaborates closely with municipalities, coalitions, civil society organizations, and healthcare providers to implement high-quality, community-based social services throughout the country. These partnerships are essential for ensuring sustainability, outreach, and impact.

Government and Municipal Cooperation
Gori Municipality

Since 2016, Gori Municipality has co-financed the Home Care Center, contributing to its daily operations and supporting the food assistance program for vulnerable elderly citizens.
Lagodekhi Municipality

Since 2019, Lagodekhi Municipality has supported the establishment and continued operation of the Early Intervention Center, helping to ensure accessible services for children with developmental delays and disabilities.

Senaki and Tsalenjikha Municipalities Through the RISE project, SSK has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs)

with Senaki and Tsalenjikha municipalities to strengthen local responses to gender-based violence (GBV) and improve referral systems for survivors. These partnerships support outreach, awareness, and access to psychosocial services.

Civil Society, NGO, and Coalition Collaboration

Samaritan Coalition Georgia Initiated by SSK in 2011, the coalition brings together local NGOs supporting children with disabilities and chronic illnesses, including:
o Portagy
o Georgian Association for the Care of Children’s Health (GACCH)

Georgian Homecare Coalition SSK is a committed member of the Georgian Homecare Coalition, which advocates for improved standards, state financing, and nationwide access to quality home-based care for the elderly and persons with disabilities.

Healthcare Institutions and Local NGOs

SSK works closely with health clinics, schools, social service providers, and grassroots NGOs to implement community outreach, referral mechanisms, and awareness initiatives in areas such as early childhood development, psychosocial support, and violence prevention.

Services Delivered Through Local Networks

These partnerships support the implementation of:

Homecare for the elderly and persons with disabilities
Early intervention services for children
Psychosocial support and crisis response
Training in First Aid and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
Community outreach on GBV/DV prevention and referral