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"To Feel Silence Without Fear": The Story of Ilya Dubski, Learning to Breathe Free Again

Ilya Dubski from Asipovichy spent five years imprisoned for telegram comments. He was forced to cut out his "Pahonia" tattoo. On September 11, 2025, he arrived in Lithuania and is now rebuilding his life at the "A Country to Live in" foundation shelter.

2025-11-06

5 Years of Aid and Solidarity: How "A Country to Live in" Foundation Works

"A Country to Live in" celebrates its 5th anniversary. The team has evolved from an activist support initiative into one of the largest Belarusian humanitarian projects. Project Director Viachaslau Zhukau discusses how the fund operates, today's main challenges, and why it's crucial to continue.

2025-10-09

The Main Word is "Thank You!"

The story of Alexey Silenka, a former political prisoner who now lives in the shelter of the Charitable foundation "A Country to Live in" in Vilnius. About the first strong feelings of freedom, recovery, and new dreams.

2025-10-09

April–June 2025 Report: Aid, Shelter, Camps and New Challenges

Charitable foundation "A Country to Live in" paid €21,942 to political prisoners' families in Q2 2025, took full responsibility for Vilnius shelter management and organized camps for Belarusian children in Germany.

2025-08-05

Foundation Statement Regarding BySol Situation

Charitable foundation "A Country to Live in" expresses a clear position regarding unacceptable behavior in BySol organization and reaffirms commitment to principles of safety and respectful relationships.

2025-07-22

"Sometimes people just don't believe they deserve help": Interview with the lawyer from "Migrant Assistance" project

The "A Country to Live in" foundation project has been providing free legal support to Belarusians forced to relocate to Lithuania due to repressions for nearly two years. Interview with the project lawyer about typical requests, clients' pain, and burnout.