IWPR Georgia
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Entries formally open to mark World Press Freedom Day.
Winning article follows the struggles of an ethnically-mixed village.
Specialists develop innovative tools for eco-friendly journalism.
Regional stations continue to play a key role addressing local issues and reaching community audiences.
In its fourth year, competition identifies outstanding submissions on conflict-related issues.
This key sector can play an important role in supporting rule of law and combating radicalisation.
Award recognises reporting that promotes peaceful solutions to conflict.
Cross-border railway could tie region into trade with Europe, but there's been little discussion of it locally.
August 2008 conflict resulted in formal Russian recognition of South Ossetian and Abkhazian independence.