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Mariam Lashkhi
Member of the Parliament of Georgia
Mariam Lashkhi is a prominent Georgian politician and academic with extensive experience in public administration, technology, and international relations. She currently serves as a Chief Delegate at the World Youth Group, a global network of young parliamentarians.23
Professional Background
Mariam Lashkhi is a Member of the 10th Convocation of the Parliament of Georgia, where she holds several key positions:
- Deputy Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee
- Member of the Education and Science Committee
- Member of Parliament's Gender Equality, Children's Rights and Ethics Council1
Prior to her parliamentary role, Lashkhi served as the Deputy Chairman of the Innovation and Technology Agency (GITA) of the Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia for 6 years.1
Academic Career
Lashkhi is an Affiliate Associate Professor at the Business and Technology University of Georgia and a member of the Academic Council.1 Her academic credentials include:
- Doctoral student in Digital Economics
- Master's degree in International Relations and Diplomacy
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and Engineering1
She has also received additional education and recognition from prestigious institutions:
- Fellow of Donald Rumsfeld
- Diplomas and certificates from Georgetown University, Charles University, and the University of Heidelberg
- DAAD scholarship holder1
International Involvement
Lashkhi's international experience is extensive:
- Worked for the World Bank for three years
- Senator for the International Business Angels Association
- Involved in setting up the Innovation and Technology Agency
- Worked in the Office of the State Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration1
Awards and Recognition
In 2019, Mariam Lashkhi received the "Female Leader in Government" award for her efforts in building an innovative ecosystem in Georgia.1
Research and Publications
Lashkhi's main research areas include:
- The Digital Silk Road and the role of international financial institutions
- Georgia's integration into the EU single digital market
- Access to startup finance
- Involvement of women in technology – FemTech1
She contributes to publications in Georgian and international journals and newspapers, including Forbes Women.1
Mariam Lashkhi is multilingual, speaking English, Russian, German, and Turkish1, which undoubtedly aids her in her international roles and research.
