The United Nations Development Program (UNDP), in partnership with Free University, hosted an engaging moot court competition this week, focusing on human rights education. With 42 teams from nine Georgian universities participating, the event provided a platform for students to develop their advocacy skills. Teams argued as either claimants or respondents, sharpening their critical thinking and deepening their understanding of human rights protection.
Free University of Tbilisi emerged as the winner of the competition, while Tbilisi State University secured second place. This event is part of the broader LEAD: Leadership, Equality, Advocacy, and Democracy project, aimed at supporting changes that protect minority rights and combat discrimination in Georgia.
The LEAD initiative, which is funded by Norway with a $4 million budget for the 2022-2025 period, focuses on a three-pronged approach: empowering vulnerable minorities, tackling the most challenging human rights issues through evidence-based campaigns, and supporting both state institutions and civil society organizations. By creating platforms for collaboration, LEAD is working towards a more inclusive and democratic Georgia, fostering a society where everyone’s human rights are respected and protected.
This competition, alongside other LEAD initiatives, is integral in shaping the future of human rights advocacy in Georgia, encouraging young people to take an active role in defending equality and justice.
By Team GT
