MARA is a non-profit organization created by Belarusians for Belarusians living in the Netherlands.

• Providing assistance to individuals persecuted for political, national, or other motives
• Promoting the development of Belarusian civil society and institutions
• Supporting and developing Belarusian culture

• To unite various projects and initiatives of the Belarusian diaspora
• To simplify the work of Belarusian public initiatives

• Providing humanitarian aid
• Helping Belarusian refugees and their families
• Organizing cultural events and celebrations (including Kupalle on the North Sea)
• Assistance in organizing concerts
• Assistance in conducting workshops, including for children
• Supporting various initiatives from community members

If you are a Belarusian in the Netherlands and wish to join our community, receive help, or offer your support, you can:

• Contact us by email
• Subscribe to our social networks to receive the latest news
• Participate in our events
• Join volunteer initiatives

If you wish to support our activities:

• Volunteering: join our events and projects
• Financial assistance: make a donation to support our programs
• Information sharing: help spread information about our initiatives

MARA was founded by Belarusians living in the Netherlands with the aim of creating a strong community capable of defending the interests of the Belarusian diaspora and preserving national identity. Throughout its existence, the organization has helped organize or has organized numerous cultural, humanitarian, and social projects.