Katsiaryna Vasilkavan (Catherine Bauré)

Lawyer specialising in administrative law, foreigners' rights, and asylum law in France. Trained in public law, international humanitarian law, and diplomatic activity.

Since 2018, runs an independent legal practice. Her work centres on legal and administrative support for people in situations of forced migration, as well as protecting their rights within complex bureaucratic procedures.

In 2019, founded and headed the association La Ligue de la Fraternité, which provides legal, administrative, social, humanitarian, and cultural support. Combines human rights work with developing community solidarity, supporting Belarusians in exile, and strengthening Belarusian cultural and linguistic presence in Europe.

Since 2020 — participant in the People's Embassies of Belarus initiative. Since 2026, represents the People's Consulate of Belarus in Nice. Helps Belarusians in exile navigate administrative and legal procedures.

- Law should work for people — helping them exercise their rights. - Protecting Belarusians in exile as part of the fight for the future of Belarus. - Solidarity must be organised — support structures, responsibility, and long-term work. - Culture and language are the foundation of national resilience. - The European choice is a choice of law, dignity, and responsibility.