What We Want You to Understand About Belarusian Women Diaspora Activists We have been doing Belarusian women diaspora activism for years. Some of us for decades. Recently, we also began to study it more systematically. Can we share a few things we’ve learned? Activism in diaspora is absolutely essential. In our home countries, we often outsource identity to institutions. Schools teach history and literature. Museums present heritage. Public holidays, cultural events, and state-funded initiatives help maintain a shared sense of who we are.