Democratization of Higher Education Roadmap. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for December 18-24, 2023
ROADMAP. This week, the Office’s Education Team presented the Roadmap for the Democratization of Higher Education in Belarus. The document had been developed by the Office of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya in cooperation with the United Transitional Cabinet and a group of education experts and professionals. The Roadmap is a plan of action for the first 50, […]
December 25, 2023
Parliamentary groups in 23 countries, 4 law projects for New Belarus. Anatoli Liabedzka presented summary of Office’s work for 2023
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor for Interparliamentary Cooperation and Constitutional Reform, Anatoli Liabedzka, presented a report on the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office in 2023. Compared to 2022, the number of groups “For a Democratic Belarus” has increased from 13 to 23 countries worldwide. Additionally, they united into an Alliance, forming a robust international coalition in support […]
December 20, 2023
30 million euros aid for the repressed, students, media and culture, New Belarus Transition Strategy. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for December 11-17, 2023
NEW BELARUS TRANSITION STRATEGY. On December 13, Belarus’ political bodies, civil society organizations, and think-tanks presented the New Belarus Transition Strategy for public discussion. It foresees 4 possible scenarios of the transition of power and proposes potential responses by the democratic forces and international community. There are several reasons why the Strategy is relevant right […]
December 17, 2023
Belarus–US Strategic Dialogue, Belarus Green Economy Concept. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for December 4-10, 2023
STRATEGIC DIALOGUE. From December 6 to 8, negotiations took place in Washington within the framework of the Belarus–USA Strategic Dialogue. The Belarusian side was represented by Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office, the United Transitional Cabinet, the Coordination Council, the Viasna Human Rights Center, the BEROC think-tank, the Press Club Belarus, the EuroBelarus NGO, the Workers’ Movement, the […]
December 11, 2023
Francysk Skaryna Square in Riga, briefing for ambassadors of 30 countries. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for November 27 to December 3, 2023
VISIT TO LATVIA. On November 27-28, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya was on a working visit to Riga. The Belarusian leader held talks with the President, the Prime Minister, the State Secretary of the Ministry of the Interior, the Speaker of the Parliament, the Mayor of Riga, the parliament group “For a Democratic Belarus”, and the Belarusian diaspora. […]
December 03, 2023
Statement on regime’s sham election, visit to Germany. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for November 20-26, 2023
SHAM ELECTION. The Belarusian leader recorded a video address to Belarusians regarding the “election” that the regime has scheduled for 2024: “Let us call things by their names. The so-called “Single voting day” announced by the regime is a sham. Just a ritual without meaning and justice. Dear Belarusians, Avoid any involvement in what the […]
November 26, 2023
Web Summit, Student Day. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office November 13-19, 2023
PARTICIPATION IN WEB SUMMIT. At the invitation of the Prime Minister of Portugal, the Belarusian leader took part in the Web Summit, which is a major European tech conference. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya spoke about the role of technology in the Belarusian resistance and called on tech companies to support Belarusian independent media, bloggers, and journalists. On […]
November 19, 2023
Day of Solidarity, Estonia-Belarus Conference, Friends of Belarus Alliance launch. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for November 6-12, 2023
DAY OF SOLIDARITY WITH BELARUS. On November 12, the international community marked the Day of Solidarity with Belarus declared by Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya. It was exactly three years ago that Raman Bandarenka was killed, which is why the Day of Solidarity was dedicated to Raman and other people who sacrificed their lives for a free Belarus. […]
November 13, 2023
Belarus-Estonia Conference, Dziady address. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for October 30 – November 5, 2023
BELARUS-ESTONIA. On November 10, Tallinn will host the first Belarus-Estonia Conference, organized by the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in collaboration with Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office, the Estonian Institute of Human Rights, and the European Endowment for Democracy. The conference will aim to strengthen ties between democratic Belarus and Estonia, as well as develop an effective […]
November 06, 2023
Meeting with Lithuanian PM, issue of Belarusian vehicles in Latvia. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for October 23-29, 2023
VISIT TO GERMANY. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Braunschweig, Germany, where she spoke at the Junge Union Forum and addressed the youth during her speech: “In every political movement, youth is very important. Don’t be afraid to engage. To speak up for the truth. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. In politics, you are learning by doing […]
October 29, 2023
First visits to Moldova and Australia, scholarship for Belarusians in Austria. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for October 16-22, 2023
VISIT TO THE UK. On October 16-18, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya was in London on a working visit, where she delivered the Westminster Lecture, held a briefing for the ambassadors of 24 EU countries, and took part in the UK-Belarus Partnership Forum. During the visit, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya also met with a number of British politicians, including the […]
October 23, 2023
NATO PA Award, Democratic Belarus Office in Council of Europe, congratulations for Mother’s Day. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for October 9-15, 2023
VISIT TO DENMARK. On October 8-10, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya was on a working visit to Denmark. The Belarusian leader received the NATO PA award “Women for Peace and Security”. In her speech at the awarding ceremony she dedicated the award to all Belarusian women. During her visit, Ms. Tsikhanouskaya held talks with the President of the […]
October 16, 2023
Support for Israel, European Political Community Summit, Warsaw Security Forum. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for October 2-8, 2023
SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL. On October 7, Israel was attacked by the terrorist organization Hamas. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya expressed her support for the people of Israel, while also appealing to the Belarusians living in the country: “We are confident that the criminals who have unleashed war and encroached on key human values will be held to account. […]
October 08, 2023
Restitution concept, International Congress of Belarusian Studies. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for September 25 – October 1, 2023
RESTITUTION FOR VICTIMS OF REPRESSIONS. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office has partnered with lawyers, human rights defenders, and non-governmental organizations to develop the draft Concept, which will regulate restitution for individuals who have suffered from the regime. The Concept is aimed to restore justice for those who have faced repression and human rights violations during Lukashenka's rule […]
October 01, 2023
UN General Assembly, 3rd Belarusian Business Forum, UN HRC hearing on Belarus. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for September 18-24, 2023
UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya took part in the High-Level Week of the UN General Assembly in New York, where she participated in events focused on Belarus and held more than 30 meetings with national leaders, foreign ministers, and representatives of international organizations. Ms. Tsikhanouskaya spoke on the results of the visit in an interview […]
September 25, 2023
European Parliament address, Kalinowski Conference, visit to Sweden. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office on September 11-17, 2023
VISIT TO SWEDEN. On September 11-12, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya was on a working visit to Stockholm. She made a speech at a rally in Stockholm, as well as addressed the OSCE and PACE delegations. During the visit, the Belarusian leader met with the Prime Minister, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Defense, the Speaker […]
September 17, 2023
Meeting with Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Lithuania, Day of Military Glory address. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for September 4-10, 2023
RESPONSE TO LUKASHENKA'S DECREE. On September 5, Lukashenka was reported to have issued a decree denying Belarusians consular assistance abroad and more. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya commented on this decision: “We are consulting with the countries that host the highest number of Belarusians to solve the issues at the legislative and executive levels. We are preparing to […]
September 11, 2023
Bled Strategic Forum, Knowledge Day campaign. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for August 28 – September 3, 2023
VISIT TO SLOVENIA. On August 28-29, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya participated in the Bled Strategic Forum in Slovenia. During the forum, the Belarusian leader met with the President of Slovenia, Prime Minister of Bulgaria, Foreign Minister of Slovenia, Foreign Minister of Slovakia, Foreign Minister of Canada, and Foreign Minister of North Macedonia. At the meetings, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya […]
September 04, 2023
Meeting with Lithuanian Seimas Speaker, addresses to Belarusians and Ukrainians. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for August 21-27
BELARUS-LITHUANIA. On August 23, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with the Lithuanian Seimas Speaker, Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen. During the meeting, they discussed the potential law that may bring restrictions against Belarusians in sync with those against Russians. The Belarusian leader called on Lithuania to maintain a different approach to Belarusians and Russians while equalizing sanctions against the Lukashenka […]
August 28, 2023
Day of Solidarity with Belarus, meeting with Lithuanian President. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for August 7-13
ADDRESS TO BELARUSANS. On August 9, the anniversary of the 2020 presidential election, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya addressed the people of Belarus: “We have gone through trials, but we also gained even more experience. And we keep moving forward. I know it is never easy. And with each new challenge, it becomes increasingly difficult to stay resolute […]
August 13, 2023
New Belarus 2023 Conference, New Belarus Passport, Coordination Council hearings. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for July 31 – August 6, 2023
NEW BELARUS CONFERENCE. On August 6, more than 200 Belarusians gathered in Warsaw for the New Belarus 2023 Conference. Among the participants were the representatives of the Kastus Kalinouski Regiment, Cyber Partisans, People's Embassies, political parties, foundations, and initiatives. The conference began with a moment of silence for the Belarusians who died in Ukraine and […]
August 08, 2023
Marathon of Solidarity with Political Prisoners, New Belarus Conference 2023. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for July 24-30, 2023
SOLIDARITY MARATHON. On July 29, at the initiative of United Transitional Cabinet Representative for Social Issues Volha Harbunova, a Solidarity Marathon was held. It aimed to raise money for political prisoners and their families. More than 40 Belarusian initiatives, organizations, foundations, and independent media joined it. You can watch the recording of the marathon here. […]
July 31, 2023
New Belarus Conference 2023, scholarships for students in Czechia, European Parliament report on Belarus. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for July 17-23, 2023
NEW BELARUS CONFERENCE. On August 6, the Office of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, the United Transitional Cabinet, and the Coordination Council will hold the New Belarus Conference 2023 in Warsaw. Representatives of civil initiatives and political organizations, activists, entrepreneurs, and experts are invited to come together to reflect on the past three years and identify our successes […]
July 23, 2023
Meeting with US President, NATO Summit, Free Belarus Square in Białystok. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for July 10-16, 2023
Politically imprisoned artist Ales Pushkin was reported to have died on July 11. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya commented: “Ales was imprisoned for his work, which embodied the Belarusian people's indomitable spirit. He dreamed of a free and democratic Belarus. And now we must continue Ales' work together and make his dream come true”. BELARUS-USA. On July 12, […]
July 17, 2023
NATO Summit preparations, visit to Italy, Polish travel document for Belarusians. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for July 3-9, 2023
NATO SUMMIT. On July 11-12, NATO will hold a summit in Vilnius. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya will participate in several summit events. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya initiated two side events on Belarus to discuss the significance of Belarus for transatlantic security and the placement of nuclear weapons in Belarus. VISIT TO ITALY. On July 5-7, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Rome, […]
July 10, 2023
Belarus-EU Consultative Group, visit to Brussels. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for June 25-30, 2023
REACTION TO WAGNER PMC PLACEMENT IN BELARUS. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya responded to Putin's statement regarding the Wagner PMC deployment in Belarus: “We, Belarusians, do not need Prigozhin's thugs, or Russian nuclear missiles, or a strongman rule. Putin and Lukashenka are turning our country into a pariah state, a firing range. Despite this disheartening situation, this is […]
July 02, 2023
PACE resolution on Belarus, UN Human Rights Committee complaint, Coordination Council hearing. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for June 19-25, 2023
PACE RESOLUTION. On June 20, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya spoke at a session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, where she called on PACE members to vote in favor of the resolution on practical steps to support Belarusians in exile. The resolution gained overwhelming support. The draft resolution was prepared based on a report […]
June 27, 2023
Assistance to Belarusian volunteer fighters in Ukraine, gathering for Belarusians in Warsaw, visit to Estonia. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for June 12-18, 2023
ASSISTANCE TO BELARUSIAN VOLUNTEER FIGHTERS. Thanks to the support of the Federal Foreign Office of Germany, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s team delivered five vehicles to the Kastus Kalinouski Regiment. Its command announced they are already being used for combat tasks. GATHERING OF BELARUSIAN INITIATIVES. On June 14, an open event for Belarusians took place in Warsaw, which […]
June 18, 2023
Gathering for Belarusians in Warsaw, talks with Kastus Kalinouski regiment, visits to Austria and Belgium. Results of the work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for June 5-11, 2023
On June 5, Dzmitry Sarokin was reported to have suddenly died in police custody in Lida. The tragedy occurred on Thursday, June 1, and the regime is still trying to cover up its wrongdoing. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya expressed her condolences to Dzmitry's family and friends. CIVIL SOCIETY GATHERING. On June 14, Warsaw will host the Jadnajsia […]
June 12, 2023