Nino is the country director of IREX’s Georgia Office. Concurrent with this position, she manages the Europe Center, an initiative of IREX’s SAFE program. She has over 15 years’ experience in journalism, media management, media relations, research and advocacy, civic activism, and project management.

Nino works with the IREX global team and partners around the world to develop and foster solidarity and partnership between journalists, social communicators, and other stakeholders to build strong, collegial, and lasting relationships for a more safe and free media environment in Europe’s Eastern Partnership countries.

Prior to joining IREX SAFE Initiative, Nino managed media programs at Transparency International, Georgia – working on comprehensive research and advocacy to develop vibrant civil society initiatives in the region.

Nino is an alumna of several international educational and leadership programs, holds a master’s degree in Journalism and Media Management, and teaches Freedom of Expression Theory and History at Caucasus University.