make important contribution to the development and promotion of the Georgian justice. Cooperation is carried out in system development, capacity building and public awareness, which from its side includes the promotion of the judiciary power and its certain institutes. The Supreme Court is actively cooperating with German Technical Cooperation; United Nations Development Program, Norwegian Mission of Rule of Law Advisers to Georgia (NORLAG); United States Agency for International Development Council of Europe, US Department of Justice and European Commission program – EC / TAIEX. Transparency and the principle of publicity represent important conditions for the success of judicial reform. A serious step was taken towards establishment of a transparent relationship between the court and the public, and an institute of Speaker Judges was activated at the Supreme Court as well as in the System of Common Courts. Speaker judges enable the court to inform the public. Comprehensive information is posted on the website of the Supreme Court concerning the judiciary system, reform strategy and fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens. The Supreme Court proactively engages with students. Judiciary officials meet with students to discuss judicial reform and the role of the judiciary. The Supreme Court supports various type of public activities such as Olympiads for law students in form of moot court competitions. Preparation of journalists working in the justice sphere is vital for proper communication with the public. The Supreme Court organizes workshops for journalists regarding the New Criminal Procedure Code of Georgia and prepares the "Court Guidebook" to inform journalists on procedural matters. Judicial Independence In 2021, the OSCE reported, that the appointment procedure of the Supreme Court judges carried out by the Georgian Parliament lacked integrity and credibility, and lacked adequate safeguards. References External links CHAIRMEN Of THE SUPREME COURT OF GEORGIA JUDICIARY REFORM IN GEORGIA Government of Georgia (country) Government buildings in Georgia (country) Law of Georgia (country) Georgia 2005 establishments in Georgia (country) Courts and tribunals established in 2005