Public Action of Our House in Vilnius Against Russian Military Bases in Belarus
Women of Our House joined global action against Russian foreign military bases in Belarus.
Women activists from Our House Centre for Human Rights and Relief joined the global initiative Global Days of Action to #CloseBases, an international campaign coordinated by the peace movement World BEYOND War, aimed at drawing public attention to the risks created by foreign military bases around the world.
As part of the global day of action, women from Our House organized a public demonstration in Vilnius expressing opposition to Russian military bases in Belarus. Participants came with posters and messages calling for peace, demilitarization, and civilian security. The action highlighted growing concern about increasing militarization in the region and the role of foreign military infrastructure in escalating tensions.
The activists stressed that military bases – especially foreign ones – are not neutral infrastructure. They shape political decisions, contribute to confrontation dynamics, and often transform host territories into geopolitical frontlines. In the context of Belarus, the expanded military use of territory by Russia raises serious concerns about regional stability and the safety of civilians.
By joining the Global Days of Action to #CloseBases, the women of Our House connected local civic action in Vilnius with a wider international peace movement. The campaign brings together activists across different countries who advocate for alternatives to militarization and emphasize human security, dialogue, and nonviolent solutions to conflicts.
For Our House, participation in this action is part of a broader commitment to peacebuilding, protection of civilians, and support for nonviolent approaches to security. Public visibility, civic engagement, and international solidarity remain essential tools for resisting militarization and keeping discussion about peace and safety present in public space.
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