Maxim Chernyavskiy

activist

Maxim Chernyavskiy was a Belarusian activist and journalist known for his courageous stance against the regime of Alexander Lukashenko. He gained prominence in 2011 after exposing an attempt by a KGB officer to recruit him, which he recorded and published. Following this incident, Chernyavskiy fled Belarus and settled in Poland, where he continued his education and worked in the IT sector and insurance. Despite his successes, he faced significant personal struggles, including mental health issues and substance abuse, which tragically culminated in his suicide in March 2023. Chernyavskiy was a devoted father to twin daughters, and his passing has drawn attention to the mental health challenges faced by activists and individuals under stress.