Georgia

Georgia is a country in the Caucasus region of Eurasia, Located at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. The capital and largest city is Tbilisi. Georgia’s total territory covers 69,700 square kilometers. Population in Georgia is almost 5 million. Official language is Georgian. The native name of Georgia is “Sakartvelo”.

Georgia is a country with a rich culture, history and tourist attractions, including UNESCO Heritage Sites. The first human civilization outside of Africa has been discovered in Georgia (the remains of that settlement are 1, 75 million years old). Georgian alphabet is Unique – one of 14 independent alphabets in the world. Georgia is known as a Cradle of Wine. The country is famous with delicious cuisine and Georgian hospitality. Georgia is also known for its polyphonic songs, traditional dances, and folk crafts. There are many historical monuments in the country, including UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the Historical Monuments of Mtskheta, Upper Svaneti, and Gelati Monastery. All this makes Georgia an extremely interesting destination for foreigners.

The climate of Georgia is extremely diverse, considering the nation’s small size. An average temperature in summer ranges from 32 °C to 35 °C, and in winter – from 1.5 °C to 3 °C.

Country is unitary semi-presidential republic. Georgian currency is Georgian Lari (GEL).

See more at: http://georgia.travel/en/Georgia  

About EEU

East European University (EEU) is a private higher education institution located in Tbilisi, Georgia, established in 2012. The university is authorized and its educational programs are accredited in accordance with Georgian legislation. EEU offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in both Georgian and English across various fields, including education and psychology, business and administration, law and social sciences, architecture, and medicine.

EEU provides an outstanding educational and research environment, ensured by modern academic programs, highly qualified professors, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. The university’s main new campus includes an academic-administrative building, research laboratories – EEULAB, a modern library and conference halls, recreational and sports-wellness areas, the EEU-CAFE with an open terrace, and the “Open Heart” university hospital.

In a very short period, East European University (EEU) has made impressive progress in establishing itself as a reliable educational center. EEU is a member of around 20 international organizations—including full membership in EUA, as well as membership in EUA-CDE, Advance HE, EPLO, ELFA, AMEE, AMSE, and others—and partners with international universities in over 30 countries worldwide.

About the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement

The National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (hereinafter referred to as “the Center”) is a legal entity of public law (LEPL) operating under the governance of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia. The Center was established on September 14, 2010, throughout the entire territory of Georgia, with the aim of promoting the development of educational quality. It was founded based on Order №89/N issued by the Minister of Education, Science, Culture, and Sport of Georgia, through the reorganization of the LEPL – National Center for Accreditation.

With the aim of external quality assurance of educational institutions, the Center carries out the authorization of educational institutions and the accreditation of educational programs, as well as monitors compliance with authorization and accreditation standards. It works on the development, implementation, and provision of recommendations related to both external and internal quality assurance mechanisms. The Center supports the development and improvement of educational programs. In order to ensure alignment and integration with the European Higher Education Area, it also works on the refinement of the National Qualifications Framework. Additionally, the Center cooperates with quality assurance agencies from other countries and international organizations.

An International scientific conference titled “Education – A Catalyst for Well-Being” will be held from June 24–26, 2025, within the framework of European Higher Education Week (EHEW), organized by East European University and the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (LEPL).

The aim of the conference is to discuss education as a driving force for individual and societal well-being, identify challenges related to well-being in this field, explore solutions, and prioritize well-being issues on the universities’ agendas.

The international scientific conference aims to create a platform where experts, researchers, educators, policymakers, and other interested parties from various fields can discuss how the education system can be improved and transformed into an effective catalyst for well-being. The conference will facilitate the sharing of innovative ideas, the discussion of best practices, and the promotion of collaborative initiatives.

The conference will cover the following topics: the quality of education and its impact on well-being, social equality, economic development, law, digital transformation, the purpose and mission of universities, health, and well-being.

The best scientific papers will be published in a high-impact international journal.

The event related to the European Higher Education Week will take place in three stages:

• Day 1 – Welcome event and conference opening
• Day 2 – Conference “Education – A Catalyst for Well-Being”
• Day 3 – Conference closing – discussion of the results and recommendations from the presentations; a tour in Tbilisi and a celebratory gala dinner.

Conference Format: In-person

The conference will include plenary and parallel thematic sessions with leading experts, roundtable discussions, working groups to develop practical solutions, best practice sharing sessions, and networking opportunities.

Who can participate:

• Researchers and academics
• Representatives of educational institutions
• Policymakers
• NGOs working in the field of education
• Doctoral students and young researchers
• Other interested individuals

Working language: English

Conference participation fee: 100 EUR (50% of registration fee for EUA Members)

Conference venue: East European University (Georgia, Tbilisi, 6 I. Enukidze St. – near the U.S. Embassy)

• Paul Gibbs – Professor, Chair of the Academic Committee
• Louise Dalingwater – Professor, Sorbonne University
• Lasha Margishvili – Acting Director of the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (LEPL)
• David Cherkezishvili – Professor, Chair of the Academic Council of East European University
• Kakhaber Lazarashvili – Professor, Rector of East European University
• Davit Sikharulidze – Professor, Head of the Department of Scientific Research and Development at EEU
• Ketevan Aptarashvili – Associate Professor

To participate in the international scientific conference “Education – A Catalyst for Well-Being”, it is necessary to fill out the registration form, pay the registration fee, and upload an abstract in English along with a brief bio to the following address: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3RT8W6Z

General requirements for submitting an abstract:

• Format: A4, PDF
• Length: 150-300 words
• Font: Times New Roman
• Font size: 12
• Line spacing: 1.5

At the beginning of the abstract, include the following information:

• Author’s full name
• Institution
• Position

The extended abstract should include a brief bio (approximately 120-150 words).

The extended abstract must comply with the APA style guidelines.

Registration Fees are received by the host university in order to cover the cost of the organisation. The fee includes:

• Access to the event online platform one week prior the event, where you will find relevant materials, information on the guest speakers and much more.
• Access to host and speakers’ presentations.
• The opportunity to connect with your peers and take part in active discussions.
• Welcome Event
• Tour in Tbilisi
• Gala Dinner

Please note:

Confirmation:  that by filling in the registration form for the event you agree to full payment of registration fees. Your registration will be confirmed by email.

Payment: Payment must be made upon confirmation and prior to the event either by bank transfer or credit card. The participant assumes full responsibility for paying all bank charges associated with the payment.

Cancellation Policy: Please note that the registration fee is non-refundable. In case your abstract is not accepted by academic Committee, the conference participation fee will be fully refunded.

photos and videos will be taken during the event and may be used by the organisers and host for publications and websites. Should you be opposed to your picture being used in this way, please contact the photographer or the organisers onsite.