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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · 2d

Since the disputed presidential elections of August 2020, Belarus has faced one of the gravest human rights crises in Europe in decades.

But accountability is possible.

The IAPB’s report outlines pathways to truth, redress, and justice for the people of Belarus. ⬇️
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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · 5d

⏰ Happening soon!

Join us for the launch of ‘Paths to Accountability in Belarus’ (14.00–15.30 CET).

🗣️ English and Belarusian.

🖥️ Watch the webinar on Zoom: us06web.zoom.us/j/89433806860
📺 Or follow it live on the IAPB LinkedIn account (English only): www.linkedin.com/events/launc...

International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · 6d

How can victims find accountability in contexts like Belarus?

Join us this Friday to learn more, at the launch of our new report The IAPB is launching its new report “Paths to Accountability in Belarus."

🗓️ 3 October| 14:00–15:30 CET

🗣️ English/Belarusian.

🖥️ on Zoom: us06web.zoom.us/j/89433806860

International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · 6d

Why do international trials matter for victims?

For @doughtystreet.bsky.social barrister Megan Hirst it is not only about the verdict, but the opportunity to publicly recognise the harms that victims have suffered, contributing to the victims’ healing process.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 13d

🇩🇰🇪🇪🇪🇺🇩🇪🇱🇻🇱🇹 co-hosted a #UNGA80 side event on accountability and justice in #Belarus together with Svetlana Tikhanouskaya

Denmark is proud to support @iapbelarus.org

Lukasjenka’s regime must be held accountable for its atrocities against political prisoners and the Belarusian people.

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#FreeViasna @freeviasna.org · 14d

✨ Happy 63rd birthday to Ales Bialiatski!

#HumanRights activist & #NobelPeacePrize laureate, jailed for defending dignity — now serving 10 years in #Belarus.

We send Ales strength and remind the world he belongs with his loved ones — not in prison.

🌐 Why Ales matters: freeales.org

#FreeAles

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · 15d

Stay tuned for the launch of our new report ““Paths to Accountability in Belarus” on the available mechanisms to address human rights and international criminal law violations taking place in Belarus.

🗓️ 3 October| 14:00–15:30 CET

🗣️ English and Belarusian.

🖥️ on Zoom: us06web.zoom.us/j/89433806860

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · 15d

🤔 Why are international trials so important? In contexts like Belarus, where those in power are committing serious human rights violations, domestic accountability may be impossible.

International trials can combat impunity and secure justice to victims.

▶️ Hear what the experts have to say.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · 19d

🚨 WEBINAR | "Paths to Accountability in Belarus"

📅 3 Oct, 14:00–15:30 CET

💻 Zoom & LinkedIn Live

Join a panel of regional and international human rights experts for the launch of new IAPB report on pathways to accountability in Belarus

🔗 Zoom: us06web.zoom.us/j/89433806860

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UN Human Rights Council Investigative Bodies @uninvhrc.bsky.social · 27d

#BELARUS: Victims of human rights violations in Belarus are in desperate need of truth, justice and reparations, the UN Group of Independent Experts on the Human Rights Situation in Belarus said in a new report that details options for accountability.

More➡️ bit.ly/4m9lkAc

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · 27d

📢 #HRC60 Side Event: Crimes Against Humanity in Belarus

Join IAPB’s Head Andrea Huber and other leading experts to discuss documentation, assessment and pathways to justice for alleged crimes against humanity in Belarus.

🗓️ Monday 15 Sep, 14:00

📍 Palais des Nations, Room Concordia 1

#Belarus

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Aug 7

As part of our efforts to combat impunity for international crimes committed in Belarus since 2020, we recently facilitated a mock trial to strengthen our Belarusian partners’ skills in evidence collection and interviewing techniques.

▶️ Hear what the legal experts had to say.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 22

"My husband is free. It's hard to put into words the joy in my heart," said exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya.

Yet, she emphasized that the fight is far from over: Our work "is not finished", with over 1,100 political prisoners still behind bars in #Belarus.

EUwatch 🇪🇺 @euwatch.live · Jun 21

Belarus frees opposition leader Tsikhanouski

The release of Siarhei Tsikhanouski and other opposition figures came under a deal brokered by U.S. special envoy Keith Kellogg.

www.politico.eu

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 18

Download our practice note to learn more: iapbelarus.org/resources/a-...

17.06.2025 - IAP Belarus

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 18

Principles of a survivor-centred approach should be applied during all phases of the documentation process.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 18

Applying a survivor-centred approach to documentation can facilitate survivors' participation, reduce their risk of further harm, and reinforce their agency.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 18

Since 2021, the IAPB has been documenting human rights violations in Belarus, working closely with civil society partners and survivors.

With civil society at the forefront of accountability efforts, new survivor-centred practices have emerged in the documentation of human rights violations.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 18

Documenting serious human rights violations is vital to securing justice for survivors and holding perpetrators accountable, in Belarus and in other contexts.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 18

🚨New publication!

Our new practice note outlines best practices for civil society organisations and other documenting initiatives on how to conduct documentation in a survivor-centred, trauma-informed, and holistic way.

Read it here: iapbelarus.org/resources/a-...

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 3

The IAPB remains firmly committed to supporting justice for victims and ensuring accountability for human rights violations and international crimes in Belarus.

📖Read our Progress Report to learn how we’re supporting victims and advancing accountability in #Belarus: iapbelarus.org/app/uploads/...

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 3

During the reporting period 88 additional survivors benefitted from the mental health and psychosocial support services, bringing the total number to 652 since the establishment of the IAPB.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 3

🤝We strengthened cooperation with the UN Group of Independent Experts on Human Rights in Belarus, providing over 1,500 files of interview transcripts and supporting materials.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 3

 We filed a submission following Lithuania’s referral of the situation in Belarus to the ICC, addressing potential crimes against humanity, and supported prosecutors in two jurisdictions.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 3

We collected vital evidence to support judicial investigations — including 76new witness testimonies. Our databases reached 30,000+ witness-related documents, and 1.5 million open-source record.

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International Accountability Platform for Belarus @iapbelarus.org · Jun 3

The IAPB is dedicated to collecting, verifying and preserving evidence of gross human rights violations in Belarus in the run-up to the 2020 presidential election and its aftermath.

Some key achievements from Oct 2024 – Mar 2025 🧵

🔗Read our statement for more: iapbelarus.org/press-statem...

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