On September 5, 2020, Zakharevich was detained while taking photos at a rally and convicted to seven days of administrative arrest. On November 5, 2020 she was detained again on the site of the march of people with disabilities, convicted to 15 days of administrative arrest. Soon after her release, Zakharevich had to seek political asylum in Latvia because of the persecution. She currently lives in Latvia, where she was granted political asylum in 2021. She continues publishing on repression and exile through international journalism platforms.
Anastasiya Zakharevich
Is case active: Yes
Country:Belarus
Region:Europe and Central Asia
Gender:Female
Status:Displaced/In Exile
Years active:2020