On April 30, the USAID Rule of Law Program (Program) through its Akhaltsikhe Rule of Law Hub and in collaboration with Samtskhe-Javakheti State University and the Constitutional Court of Georgia held a public lecture with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Constitutional Court of Georgia, Manana Kobakhidze.

Over 30 students from the legal and public administration faculties of Samtskhe-Javakheti State University attended the lecture. Niko Akhalkatsi, the Deputy Rector, and Davit Khobelia, the Dean of the Law Faculty, delivered introductory speeches. Mr. Akhalkatsi emphasized the importance of students engaging with leading experts in the legal field, highlighting the value of such interactions for their professional development.

Giorgi Chkheidze, Chief of Party of the USAID Rule of Law Program, outlined the program's key initiatives and the opportunities it provides for the next generation to enhance their legal knowledge and practical skills.

Judge Kobakhidze provided a comprehensive overview of the historical context of the Georgian Constitution, emphasizing the crucial role of constitutional oversight undertaken by the Constitutional Court. She highlighted the judiciary's pivotal responsibility in safeguarding fundamental constitutional rights and elaborated on the broader framework necessary for establishing the rule of law.

Furthermore, students actively engaged by asking questions and gained further insights into the workload and decision-making processes of the Constitutional Court.

This marks the third public lecture organized for Samtskhe-Javakheti State University students by the Akhaltsikhe Rule of Law Hub, established in December 2023.