Zhanna Sereda

Zhanna Sereda, born in 1969 in Murmansk, Russia, is a Belarusian entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast who returned to Belarus after working in Poznań, Poland. Her plans for a peaceful life were disrupted upon her return when she was arrested for alleged political activities. In 2023, she faced charges related to 'aiding extremist activities' due to her engagement with independent media and social media content, which the Belarusian authorities classify as extremism. As part of the ongoing political repression in Belarus, her case highlights the increasing risks faced by individuals expressing dissent against the regime.