Advocacy
Liberty Forward supports students and scholars from Russia and other post-Soviet countries who face political persecution or legal barriers — and cannot safely return home. We advocate for their right to stay, thrive, and continue contributing to society in safety.
Our Focus Areas
Navigate U.S. immigration protections
We help individuals understand available options such as asylum, humanitarian relief, and deferred action — and connect them to qualified legal professionals
Support J-1 visa waiver applications
Especially for alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs facing the two-year home residency requirement
Advocate for policy change
We work to raise awareness among lawmakers, government agencies, and the public about the legal and safety barriers faced by displaced international scholars and students