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Pregnancy Amid Limited Choices: A New Report by Human Constanta
How pregnant migrant women in Belarus access medical care, find housing and seek international protection. The report draws on surveys of 15 women and the work of our public reception office.
“Extremist” university and ten thousand “extremist materials”
The review highlights the key trends in Belarusian state policy on combating “extremism” and “terrorism” and their impact on the human rights situation from April to June 2026.
Human rights work is not extremism
In March 2026 Human Constanta, along with some members of our team (and some people who are not part of it), has been designated an "extremist formation."
International protection in Belarus: Law and practice
This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the system of international protection in Belarus, examining both its legal framework and the lived realities of forced migrants seeking protection.
Statement on the arbitrary invalidation of passports of former political prisoners
In light of emerging reports that the authorities have arbitrarily declared invalid the passports of former political prisoners who were forcibly expelled from Belarus after their release in September and December 2025, we, a coalition of Belarusian human rights organizations, state the following: The protection of its citizens is a fundamental function and duty of […]
Human Constanta’s website and social media designated “extremist”
The Belarusian de facto authorities have designated our website (d9lb3qyw8jhbr.cloudfront.net) and social media accounts (Instagram, VK, Twitter, YouTube) as “extremist materials.” If you read or follow us from Belarus, this may not be safe. We have prepared a guide so you understand your risks and how to reduce them. Legally, distributing, storing, producing or transporting […]
Statement by a human rights coalition on the forced expulsion of pardoned persons
Statement by a human rights coalition on the forced expulsion from the Republic of Belarus of persons released as a result of pardon In connection with the intensifying practice of forced expulsion from Belarus of pardoned political prisoners, which is taking on a mass and systematic character, we, a coalition of Belarusian human rights organizations, […]
From streets to screens: digital repression in Belarus (2020–2025)
Analytical report on digital repression in Belarus: prosecution for online expression, donations, anti-war views, and digital activism.
Repression Without Borders: Transnational Authoritarianism in the Digital Age
The report reveals how authoritarian regimes use digital technologies to target activists, journalists, and human rights defenders even after they flee abroad.Special projects
Humanitarian crisis
Human rights organization Human Constanta has collected information about the migration situation with "transit refugees" and is sharing a thematic report on this page. We call this situation a "humanitarian crisis" and recommend, among other things, organizing a humanitarian corridor for the 1,000 people who are still in Belarus.
Ice Hockey World Championship 2021 in Belarus: joint statement by human rights organizations
Human rights violations continue in Belarus: 18,000 people were detained for expressing opinions and participating in peaceful gatherings between August and 9 November 2020. From the beginning of the presidential election campaign to 4 November, at least 4,600 people were brought to administrative responsibility for political reasons. At least 850 people have become suspects in […]
No one is illegal
The stigmatizing word "illegals" is increasingly heard in the media. So people are called, although this is a wrong definition, entailing discrimination and even hatred. We wrote 7 reasons why calling people “illegal” is wrong.
Entry to Belarus for foreign citizens
From 2018, citizens of 74 countries can come to Belarus and stay there for up to 30 days without any visa. Which countries are in the list, what types of visas there are and what entry conditions see in our infographics.
22 tries — animation about refugees in Brest
Perpetual Humanitarian Assistance Mission in Brest Human Constanta started in October 2016. At that time the local migration crisis occurred at the border. What kind of refugees are in Brest and what are they fleeing from? Together with the Dutch animator and the Clear studio we tried to talk about it in a small clip.Foreign students in Belarus
How many foreign students study in Belarusian higher educational institutions? We made inquiries, collected information for 2017 and made a clear infographic.
Road through Belarus
We have gathered tips for human rights defenders, journalists, and activists on safe transit and stay in Belarus: what threats can there be and how to respond to them. In most cases, you will have no problems, but each situation is unique, so help the council members who will help you help.Areas of work
Digital Freedoms Lab
We suggest that we should view the digital future of Belarus through the prism of human rights, taking them into account and observing them while developing and implementing policies, laws and instruments.
Foreign citizens and stateless persons
We help foreign citizens with legal consultations and other questions for free.
Antidiscrimination
We hold educational events and public campaigns that promote the idea of anti-discrimination and equality in society, as well as fighting with the language of hatred and hatred.