How can we start conversations to shift colonial mindsets?
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
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Articles
A new world (re)order: Expansion of the BRICS and rise of alternative multilateralism?
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
An ambiguous future? Russia’s declining material presence and remaining soft power in Serbia
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
Soft power lessons from Russia’s war: How to overcome polarisation and strengthen liberal democracy
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
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Expert Briefing: Priorities for international support to Ukraine, as Russia’s war rages into its third year
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
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Legal impasse or excuse for inaction? The state of play in the efforts to seize oligarchs’ assets
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
Is a Russian veto on leadership about to provoke the downfall of the OSCE?
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
The political economy of sanctions against Russia: Making the sanctions work as they should
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
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The impact of the war in Ukraine on the BRICS: Six takeaways from an expert discussion
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: The geopolitical significance of the war’s impact on regional supply chains
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
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Russia’s Presidency of the UN Security Council – how States and Civil Society should respond
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
One year on: Russia, Ukraine and the UK’s commitment to crackdown on kleptocracy and SLAPPs
When speaking about Russian and Soviet colonialism, the first step is to agree on the terminology. Why do we continue to define the region by referencing that it ‘formerly’ belonged…
Publications
Geopolitical Shifts: Crisis or Opportunity for Europe and Central Asia?
Crisis or Opportunity for Europe and Central Asia?
14/07/25
Religion and Forced Displacement in the Eastern Orthodox World
Examining the relationship between religion and forced displacement in Eastern Europe and Eurasia.
23/07/20
Disputed Territories, Disputed Rights: How to address human rights challenges in Europe’s grey zones
A new publication drawing attention to the human rights situations in Europe's 'grey zones'.
26/09/19
The rise of illiberal civil society in the former Soviet Union?
Charting the rise of illiberal groups in Georgia, Armenia, Ukraine, Moldova and Kyrgyzstan.
18/07/18
Closing the Door: the challenge facing activists from the former Soviet Union seeking asylum or refuge
The challenge facing activists from the former Soviet Union seeking asylum or refuge.
04/12/17
The information battle: How governments in the former Soviet Union promote their agendas & attack their opponents abroad
How governments of former Soviet Union (FSU) shape international narratives & challenge opponents.
16/03/17
No shelter: the harassment of activists abroad by intelligence services from the former Soviet Union
Examining experiences of exiled activists unable to escape their country’s security services.
21/11/16
Sharing worst practice: How countries and institutions in the former Soviet Union help create legal tools of repression
Looking at ways in which authoritarian regimes learn from each other & collaborate in repression.
24/05/16
Institutionally blind? International organisations and human rights abuses in the former Soviet Union
Examining if major international institutions are meeting their human rights commitments in the FSU.
08/02/16
Traditional religion and political power: Examining the role of the church in Georgia, Armenia, Ukraine and Moldova
Examining the political and social role of the church in Georgia, Armenia, Ukraine and Moldova.
27/10/15
Trouble in the Neighbourhood? The future of the EU’s Eastern Partnership
Examining the EU's Eastern Neighbourhood: Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Moldova, Belarus & Ukraine.
02/03/15
Shelter from the storm?
Examines key issues around asylum, extradition & the provision of refuge for activists from the…
28/04/14