In this section of the OGP newsletter, we feature individuals from government and civil society, and ask them about their experiences. Here is what Giorgi Kldiashvili from Georgia had to say: a. How does open government make a difference in peoples lives? …
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In this section of the OGP newsletter, we feature individuals from government and civil society, and ask them about their experiences. Here is what they have to say: How does open government make a difference in people’s lives? Open…
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