femdef.org

Puspussy x FemDef is a Georgian platform supporting vulnerable groups, aiming to empower through psycho-emotional, self-defence and practical skills development in order to prevent interpersonal violence and ultimately create inclusive, respectful and equal spaces for all.We provide:
✦︎ Self & collective care activities
✦︎ Skills development trainings
✦︎ #FemDef #SelfDef
✦︎ Psychosocial supportSince 2020, we have worked with 3,000+ people locally and worldwide through various empowerment activities and events.As a part of the Association of ESD Professionals, we ensure our methods meet international standards.

What We Address

Everyday situations at work, schools, public spaces, communities and online still demand safety and wellbeing skills most women and girls are never taught:✦︎ Risk awareness in tense or hostile situations
✦︎ Stress, fear, and emotional reactivity
✦︎ Boundary confusion and unsafe dynamics
✦︎ Communication breakdown and interpersonal conflict
✦︎ Gaps in self & shared care systemsOther GBV focused trainings inform.
We - transform.

#FemDef is our answer

In response, we offer a holistic, trauma-informed and evidence-based violence prevention methodology - #femdefence #selfdefence #teendefence - combining psycho-emotional safety tools, situational awareness, and body-based exercises for:✦︎ Confident, assertive communication
✦︎ Boundary-setting in real-life situations
✦︎ Self-regulation under pressure
✦︎ De-escalation & harm reduction skills
✦︎ Resilience, wellbeing, mutual support & teamworkTransform knowledge into practice → practice into power

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What We Offer

Workshops & Events

➤ Practical high-impact sessions for energy & confidence boost, enhanced safety skills
➤ Best for events, projects, awareness days
➤ Duration - 1.5+ hours to full-day

Team-building & Retreats

➤ Immersive empowerment & wellbeing formats to strengthen trust, resilience, and stress recovery
➤ Best for teams and communities
➤ Duration - 2+ hours to 2+ days

Training of Trainers (ToT)

➤ Tailored capacity-building to apply and replicate the #FemDef #SelfDef methodology in practice
➤ Best for staff or community leaders
➤ Duration - 2-5+ days (modular)

ROI & Impact

↑ 70% improve assertive communication & boundary setting
↑ 80% report increased confidence
↑ Immediate boost in energy & motivation
↑ Enhanced safety & wellbeing
↑ Enhanced engagement & productivity
↑ Positive reputation & CSR impact
↑ Stronger collaboration, trust, and safer team environments
↑ Evidence-based contribution to GBV prevention and community resilience

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#SponsorSafety

Invest not just in a workshop - but in a culture of safety, confidence and care✓ One training - Double impact
✓ Book a training for your group → Create access for people who cannot afford otherwise
✓ Or directly sponsor a community workshop for vulnerable groups

Delivery options

✦︎ In person or hybrid - In Georgia and abroad - In Georgian or English
✦︎ Adapted to context and participant needs
✦︎ Accessibility support on request

Packages & Rates

✦︎ We offer flexible formats and customised packages upon requested content
✦︎ From mini to multi-day intersectional trainings & retreats
✦︎ Starting at Power Hour - 2h - 2000₾ - Ideal for groups of ~15 people
✦︎ Includes social impact of #SponsorSafety for 3 people

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Inclusions

✦︎ Professional Instructor
✦︎ Pre-workshop consultation
✦︎ Tailored program design
✦︎ Training materials
✦︎ Digital resources
✦︎ Digital equipment
✦︎ Physical props
✦︎ Certificates of completion

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Optionals

✦︎ Venue rental & setup
✦︎ Photo & video coverage
✦︎ Mentorship hours for ToTs
✦︎ Catering (lunch/coffee breaks)
✦︎ Translation/interpretation
✦︎ Impact metrics & feedback summary
✦︎ Know your Rights sessions
✦︎ Digital safety session
✦︎ Sexual & Reproductive Health sessions
✦︎ Mindfulness, Yoga, Art-therapy, or SheSports
✦︎ Travel & lodging (if applicable)
✦︎ Branded kits

#FemDef #SelfDef Workshop Content

Psycho-emotional Safety

✦︎ Interpersonal violence causes and forms
✦︎ Red flags vs green flags in different relationships
✦︎ Abuser’s motives and typology
✦︎ Characteristics of victims/survivors and results of violence on them
✦︎ Learned helplessness in victims
✦︎ Automatic responses to stress/threat: fight - flight - freeze - fawn
✦︎ Karpman’s triangle of perpetrator - victim - rescuer
✦︎ Inner critic vs inner coach - positive reframing of inner dialogue
✦︎ Healthy vs harmful support
✦︎ Validation of emotions
✦︎ Self-regulation exercises for stress resilience

Confidence Building & Boundary Setting

✦︎ Forms of behaviour: passive - aggressive - assertive
✦︎ Characteristics of inner and expressed confidence
✦︎ Assertive communication: voice, body language, mimics
✦︎ Power Posture
✦︎ Assertive NO and role play
✦︎ Identifying, setting & defending boundaries

Physical Safety & Functional Fitness

✦︎ Defensive techniques: effectiveness and limits
✦︎ Escape as primary goal
✦︎ Body language & awareness
✦︎ Functional fitness warm-up and stretch yoga
✦︎ Weak points and disorientation
360° blocks and strikes (palm, hammer fist)
✦︎ Falling safely and defending on ground
✦︎ Releases: hair grabs, choke holds, wrist/front/back bindings
✦︎ Par terre defence

Situational Awareness & Risk Assessment

✦︎ Signs of long-term and immediate threats
✦︎ Resource assessment
✦︎ Responses: ignore vs confront vs defend
✦︎ Risk assessment in public spaces: street, transport, taxis, lifts, clubs, dates
✦︎ Safety tips in public spaces

Digital Safety

✦︎ Cyber threats and personal data protection
✦︎ Useful apps for safety and privacy
✦︎ Digital security at events and protests
✦︎ Protection from sharing intimate content

Sexual Safety

✦︎ Identifying sexual violence risks
✦︎ Safety tips in intimate situations
✦︎ Safety planning and access to support services

Referral resources: Legal and psychosocial services, reporting pathways