Offering an opportunity for representatives of Belarusian NGOs, initiatives, and the diaspora to meet in person, discuss pressing issues, and collaboratively shape the future
Moderator: Volha Zazulinskaya
Participants:
11:40–13:30
13:30–14:00 — Group presentations of results.
14:00–15:30 — Joint working group: Fundraising.
Moderator: Mikhail Rubin
Participants:
This side event is dedicated to exploring opportunities and strategies for attracting private financial resources to cultural initiatives and reviving the tradition of patronage. During the meeting, organizers and invited speakers will share their experience in attracting private funding through the Club of Belarusian Patrons and Belarusian Magistrates, analyze current challenges, and work together with participants to develop potential directions for the growth of patronage in the Belarusian context.
Speakers:
Siarhei Budkin (Belarusian Council for Culture)
Tsimok Akudovich (Belarusian Magistrates)
Vital Samsonau (Club of Belarusian Patrons)
Alena Kakhovich (Club of Belarusian Patrons)
Moderator:
Siarhei Budkin (Belarusian Council for Culture)
Everyone is welcome to join, listen, and participate in the discussion — no prior registration is required!
Conference Room: Sala Lustrzana, Staszic Palace, 1st Floor,
Address: Nowy Świat 72, 00–330 Warsaw, Poland
During the side event, a report will be presented that was prepared with the participation of a wide expert community. This report is the first systematic proof of the Lukashenko regime’s involvement in the war. It is based on both open-source information and classified data.
The report will be presented by representatives of the BELPOL organization:
Matvei Kupreichyk and Uladzimir Zhyhar
Moderator:
Uladzimir Zhyhar
Everyone is welcome to join, listen, and participate in the discussion — no prior registration is required!
Conference Room: Sala Lustrzana, Staszic Palace, 1st Floor,
Address: Nowy Świat 72, 00–330 Warsaw, Poland
The round table will focus on discussing introductory topics important for further work at the Conference of the Belarusian Diaspora, such as:
Everyone is welcome to join, listen, and participate in the discussion — no prior registration is required!
Conference Room: Sala Lustrzana, Staszic Palace, 1st Floor,
Address: Nowy Świat 72, 00–330 Warsaw, Poland
An informal gathering with coordinators and representatives of the People’s Embassies. Participants will learn about the work of the People’s Embassies, the projects they are involved in, and receive consultations and practical advice on solving challenges faced by Belarusians in different countries, as well as opportunities for collaboration. The meeting is aimed at open dialogue and providing practical support to attendees.
Speakers:
Moderator:
Mikhail Rubin
Everyone is welcome to join, listen, and participate in the discussion — no prior registration is required!
Conference Room: Sala Lustrzana, Staszic Palace, 1st Floor,
Address: Nowy Świat 72, 00–330 Warsaw, Poland
This side event is aimed at strengthening cooperation between diaspora organizations and young people from Belarus, the diaspora and EU countries. Participants will jointly develop project ideas that promote integration, youth engagement and support, the expansion of mutual understanding, and intercultural communication. The program includes tools and opportunities offered by European Union educational and cultural programs.
Everyone is welcome to join, listen, and participate in the discussion — no prior registration is required!
Conference Room: Sala Lustrzana, Staszic Palace, 1st Floor,
Address: Nowy Świat 72, 00–330 Warsaw, Poland