The organization supports aboriginal peoples and ethnic association in Russia.
The International Foundation for the Development of Indigenous Peoples of the North, Siberia and the Far East 'Batani' founded in 2004 was deemed 'foreign agent' in 2015. In 2017, it was liquidated. The foundation registered itself as an NGO in the United States after its employees were sent away from Russia and asked for political asylum in the US.
Name
International Indigenous Fund for Development and Solidarity Batani
Field of activity
Ethnic associations and support for indigenous peoples
Recognitions
Status
Undesirable organization
Year of recognition
2025
Inclusion date
13.05.2025
Reason for recognition
The work of the organization is "aimed at supporting and preparing for anti-Russian performances at international events, led by the UN in particular." Batani's website published materials on "alleged violation of freedom of minor ethnicities in Russia," in the context of the war in Ukraine in particular.
Chronology
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Addition to the list: Undesirable organization
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