TED Talks Daily How to be fearless in the face of authoritarianism | Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya
Nov 12, 2020
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, a housewife-turned-politician, recounts her courageous campaign against Belarus's authoritarian regime in the 2020 presidential election. She shares heartwarming stories of how small acts of defiance ignited massive, peaceful protests. Tsikhanouskaya emphasizes the power of solidarity and resilience in standing up to injustice, highlighting the inspiring role of women leading the charge. Her powerful message reminds us that fearlessness is essential in the fight for freedom, showing we can overcome oppression together.
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Barefoot Women Protest
- Belarusian women protested the 2020 election by wearing white, going barefoot, and singing lullabies.
- They knew they'd be arrested, beaten, and humiliated, yet they protested peacefully.
Fearlessness in Unity
- Belarusians are protesting because they've become fearless together.
- Fear thrives in isolation, but fearlessness grows from mutual support.
Tsikhanouskaya's Journey
- Tsikhanouskaya ran for president after her husband's imprisonment.
- She won but was forced into exile, yet continues fighting for a democratic Belarus.