
Kseniya Lutskina
Journalist, civic-political activist, former political prisoner
Secretary of the Belarusian Democratic Forces delegation to PACE
Secretary of the Belarusian Democratic Forces delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe.
Background
Graduated from the History Faculty of Belarusian State University (2006), completed her Master's (2007) and postgraduate studies (2014) in National History.
From 2005, worked at the Belarusian State Television and Radio Company. Created popular science and cultural programmes, documentary films about the history and culture of Belarus. Her filmography includes more than 25 films.
Political and civic activity
In August 2020, joined the strike of Belarusian State Television employees. Became a member of the first Coordination Council. Together with former colleagues, created the independent media platform "TV-Most".
In the CC, worked on the media group, projects to help the repressed, and activities of Belarusians abroad.
Arrested on December 22, 2020. On September 28, 2022, the Minsk City Court sentenced her to 8 years of imprisonment under Art. 357 in the "Coordination Council case". Released on pardon on August 20, 2024. Left Belarus on March 3, 2025.
Current activity
Lives in Berlin. Actively advocates for political prisoners, cooperates with Belarusian democratic forces. Continues journalistic work in collaboration with German media. Regularly engages with European politicians on Belarusian issues.
Priorities in the Coordination Council
- International activity and advocacy for political prisoners, their rights, and resettlement after release. - Advocacy for the rights of Belarusians in the EU. - Defending the national interests of Belarus. - Supporting independent media, science, and culture.