Description: Georgia Watch is a statewide consumer advocacy organization in Georgia that works to protect and advance the economic interests of consumers through research, education, public outreach, and policy advocacy; its work focuses on utility rates, insurance affordability, predatory lending and financial services, and other consumer protection issues. Type: Non-profit (public interest/consumer advocacy organization, 501(c)(3)) Policies: Utility and ratepayer advocacy, insurance regulation and affordability, predatory lending and payday loan reform, financial services and credit protections, consumer privacy and data security, energy policy as it affects consumers, and statewide consumer education initiatives. Funding: Primarily supported by foundation grants, philanthropic contributions, individual donations and membership support, and occasional project-specific funding from allied organizations. Affiliates: Georgia Watch Action (advocacy arm), state and local consumer groups, and coalitions with national consumer organizations such as AARP and consumer advocacy networks.
