Gennady Fedynich (Hennadz Fiadynich in Belarusian transliteration), long-time leader of the independent Radio and Electronics Industry Workers’ Union (REP), was one of many Belarusian trade unionists imprisoned in the crackdown on free unions. Last week, he was unexpectedly taken from prison in Babruisk, transported under guard to Minsk, and then deported to Lithuania along with other 52 political prisoners.

On April 19, a Day of Action for Trade Union Rights and Democracy in Belarus will be held to demand the release of imprisoned Belarusian tra

On June 15, representatives of global unions, trade unionists, and delegates attending the 111th International Labor Conference (ILC) gather

Today, June 15, a rally was held in Geneva in support of imprisoned Belarusian trade union leaders and activists. Dozens of demonstrators de