Strategist for Public Discourse, Media Ethics & Human Rights

Gohar Hayrapetyan is a Trustee of the Open Borders Institute (OBI) and a preeminent voice in Regional Media and Political Commentary. With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years across radio, print, television, and digital platforms, Gohar serves as the primary architect of OBI’s Advocacy and Ethical Communication strategies.

A Legacy of Accountability & Human Rights

Gohar has spent over two decades at the forefront of Public Discourse, utilizing her platform to drive institutional accountability and democratic participation. Her career is defined by a rigorous commitment to:

• Ethical Journalism: Shaping informed, rights-based public debate through a lens of transparency and responsibility.
• Gender Justice Advocacy: Pioneering media-led awareness campaigns for the protection of women and girls and the systemic prevention of gender-based violence.
• Media Management: A Master of Multimedia Journalism and Media Management from the Georgian Institute of Public Affairs (GIPA), she bridges the gap between traditional broadcast values and modern digital discourse.

The Voice of Strategic Dialogue

At the Open Borders Institute, Gohar ensures that our regional and international missions are met with High-Impact Visibility. She translates complex policy and field-work into compelling narratives that:

• Amplify Marginalized Voices: Ensuring that women’s leadership remains a central pillar of the public agenda.
• Foster Informed Dialogue: Creating the “Information Infrastructure” necessary for resilient, democratic societies in the Caucasus, MENA, and beyond.
• Safeguard Institutional Integrity: Leveraging the power of the media to promote ethical governance and public oversight.