Opinion | Georgia’s government is failing to take on right-wing extremism
The dismissal of a ‘hate motive’ in the murder of Vitali Safarov shows that the government unwilling to take steps to counter right-wing violence.
Opinion | Georgia’s government is failing to take on right-wing extremism
By Sasha DelemenchukThe dismissal of a ‘hate motive’ in the murder of Vitali Safarov shows that the government unwilling to take steps to counter right-wing violence.
30/07/2019
Opinion | Only Moscow benefits from rising Tbilisi-Baku tensions
A recent flare-up of a long-standing border dispute between Georgia and Azerbaijan serves neither country’s interests and must be tamped down immediately.
Opinion | Only Moscow benefits from rising Tbilisi-Baku tensions
By Richard KauzlarichA recent flare-up of a long-standing border dispute between Georgia and Azerbaijan serves neither country’s interests and must be tamped down immediately.
22/07/2019
Opinion | What’s the point of Azerbaijan’s National Press Day?
When it comes to press freedoms, there’s not much to celebrate, argues Catherine Pilishvili from Human Rights Watch.
Opinion | What’s the point of Azerbaijan’s National Press Day?
By Catherine PilishviliWhen it comes to press freedoms, there’s not much to celebrate, argues Catherine Pilishvili from Human Rights Watch.
18/06/2019
Opinion | I’m queer and I’m against Tbilisi Pride. Here’s why
Tbilisi Pride will only make queer Georgians’ life harder.
Opinion | I’m queer and I’m against Tbilisi Pride. Here’s why
By Giorgi PtskialadzeTbilisi Pride will only make queer Georgians’ life harder.
17/06/2019
Opinion | Tbilisi Pride is a test for Georgia’s democracy
Politicians need to make a choice — go in the direction of Russia where queer rights mean nothing, or whether build a true western democracy.
Opinion | Tbilisi Pride is a test for Georgia’s democracy
By Giorgi TabagariPoliticians need to make a choice — go in the direction of Russia where queer rights mean nothing, or whether build a true western democracy.
Do Georgians understand what gender equality means?
Research by CRRC-Georgia suggests a majority of people do not know what ‘feminism’ is.
Do Georgians understand what gender equality means?
By CRRCResearch by CRRC-Georgia suggests a majority of people do not know what ‘feminism’ is.
11/06/2019
Editorial | I/We are Golunov, and Geriyev, and Kochesoko…
The arrest of Meduza journalist Ivan Golunov mirrors the treatment of government critics in the North Caucasus.
Editorial | I/We are Golunov, and Geriyev, and Kochesoko…
By OC MediaThe arrest of Meduza journalist Ivan Golunov mirrors the treatment of government critics in the North Caucasus.
17/05/2019
Opinion | Queer rights are being weaponised by Armenia’s counter-revolutionaries
In a last-ditch attempt to regain support, Armenia’s corrupt former ruling class have joined with an odious crew of far-right and homophobic forces.
Opinion | Queer rights are being weaponised by Armenia’s counter-revolutionaries
By Anna ZhamakochyanIn a last-ditch attempt to regain support, Armenia’s corrupt former ruling class have joined with an odious crew of far-right and homophobic forces.
2/05/2019
Opinion | A suicide that shook Azerbaijan
Despite outrage at the handling of a teen’s suicide, it is yet to be seen if real changes will be made to tackle the roots of the problem.
Opinion | A suicide that shook Azerbaijan
By Arzu GeybullaDespite outrage at the handling of a teen’s suicide, it is yet to be seen if real changes will be made to tackle the roots of the problem.
22/04/2019
Editorial | Georgia’s show of force in Pankisi was reckless and irresponsible
The government needs to prioritise a more participatory approach to regional development.
Editorial | Georgia’s show of force in Pankisi was reckless and irresponsible
By OC MediaThe government needs to prioritise a more participatory approach to regional development.