Since 1986, the Irina Kalandadze Foundation promotes the public understanding of arts & sciences in Georgia and abroad. In its different forms, the foundation has a long history of supporting this cause under the patronage of Ms. Irina Kalandadze. Her house, and now the foundation headquarters in Tbilisi, serve as a portal for artists, scientists, and enthusiasts to come together and build a more creative community. Through the Kalandadze Noosphere Institute special focus is given to the subject of noosphere and human development.