Belarus – Belarusian Human Rights House in exile in Vilnius
The Belarusian Human Rights House (HRH) addresses the main challenges faced by human rights activists in Belarus - the right to assembly and freedom of expression. This is achieved through the provision of a safe training and meeting space and facilities for human rights defenders, NGOs, journalists, students and teachers, as well as for international meetings and cultural events.
Latest news
Belarusian government extends its control over Internet
Reporters Without Borders regrets that President Alexander Lukashenko (Aliaksandr Lukashenka) signed a decree on 1 February 2010 establishing extensive control over Internet access and online content. "The Belarusian authorities are trying to tighten their control over the Internet as they already did with the traditional media," Reporters Without Borders stated. 04 Feb 2010 »
Religion and arms: Is there a compromise?
On 29 January a trial of Ivan Mikhailau, who refused the compulsory military conscription due to his religious beliefs, began in the Minsk regional court. Several European civic and human rights organisations have signed an open letter to the Belarusian president Aliaksandr Lukashenka in support of Mikhailau and others, who were prosecuted for refusal of taking up arms and joining the army because of their faith. 01 Feb 2010 »
Belarusian-Lithuanian-Scandinavian mission to Ukraine
From 13 to 20 January the Belarusian-Lithuanian-Swedish group visited Ukraine for the presidential election. Participants of the Election Observation: Theory and Practice project went to Odessa, Donetsk, Kyiv and Lviv regions to see for themselves the election campaign for the head of the neighbouring state. 26 Jan 2010 »
6 years of prison for a national flag
The activist of Belarus National front party Siarhei Kavalenka from Viciebsk (city in north Belarus) is under risk to be convicted for up to 6 years of prison. He is accused of public violence under the article 339 of Criminal code of Belarus. The reason for criminal case was a national flag which he hanged in city center. 23 Jan 2010 »
Polish minority activist in Belarus under pressure
The criminal prosecution against the director of Polish House in Ivianiec Taresa Sobal town has been started. Teresa Sobal is a member of unrecognized Polish minority union, headed by Anzhalika (Andżelika) Borys. Members of the Polish organization call the prosecution a mere provocation. 19 Jan 2010 »
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Letters of concern
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Belarus: Abduction of activists
December 2009 »
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Belarus: Regrets about Svetsik's case
October 2009 »
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Belarus: Concern with denial of registration of Nasha Viasna
August 2009 »
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Belarus: Release of Artsiom Dubski
July 2009 »
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Azerbaijan: Call to release detained youth activists
July 2009 »