Tamara Oniani

Tamara Oniani is the chairperson of the Georgian Young Lawyers' Association (GYLA), an organization actively involved in legal advocacy and human rights in Georgia. Recently, she has been in the news for leading a legal battle against the Georgian government regarding the use of chemical agents against protesters during demonstrations in 2024. Oniani announced that GYLA would represent seven individuals who suffered health issues due to these actions, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability from the state regarding the substances used. She has stated that if justice cannot be achieved domestically, they will seek recourse through international legal platforms.