The "Sakharov Center" is primarily an educational platform where the topical social, political and ethical issues have been discussed for more than 20 years. The project participants preserve and develop the legacy of Academician Sakharov, protect the historical memory of the totalitarian Soviet regime and promote the values of freedom, democracy and human rights. The center hosts discussions, public lectures, seminars, film screenings and memorial evenings, photo-historical and art exhibitions; there as well works a library of books about the modern history of Russia and the legacy of Academician Sakharov.

Name
"Sakharov Center"
Field of activity
Socio-educational initatives and projects

Recognitions

Status
Foreign agent (NGO)
Year of recognition
2014
Inclusion date
25.12.2014
Reason for recognition
The "Public commission to preserve the legacy of academician Sakharov" was designated as “foreign agent” after an audit which resulted in declaring the activity of the organization as political due to transcripts of discussions by the experts that took place at "Sakharov Center". Their statements were regarded as criticism of State Authorities.
Registry status
Excluded from registry (2024)

Chronology

  1. Addition to the list: Foreign agent (NGO)
  2. Exclusion from the list: Foreign agent (NGO) Approximate date (year only)
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