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Irakli Zhvania

Irakli is an architect and urban designer consulting for a number of local and international organisations. He previously taught the history and theory of city planning.

Islam Shikhali

Islam is a journalist living in Azerbaijan focusing on politics, human rights, and the socioeconomic situation in the country. His work has appeared on RFE/RL, Abzas, and others. He has also worked as a media trainer for nearly 10 years.

Ismayil Fataliyev

Ismayil is a multimedia freelance journalist and civil activist from Baku, Azerbaijan. He has worked on several projects to develop civil society in Azerbaijan.

Ismi Aghayev

Ismi has worked as a journalist since 2017 and is passionate about multimedia journalism. He is particularly interested in peacebuilding and human rights.

Javid Agha

Javid is a Baku-based writer and social media commentator focusing on Armenia and Azerbaijan. His articles have also appeared on the BBC. He was one of the founders of the Susma platform, where survivors of domestic violence can share their stories.

Jeff Vize

Jeff is a senior adviser at Human Rights Watch.

Julia-Maria Xavier

Julia-Maria Xavier is an International Fellow at CRRC Georgia

Kamran Mahmudov

Kamran is a freelance journalist based in Azerbaijan with over 15 years of experience.

Katharine Khamhaengwong

Katharine is a writer, editor, and Central Eurasian studies master's student at Indiana University.

Kelly Degnan

Kelly Degnan is the Ambassador of the US in Georgia.