Inside the struggle to control Russia's digital volunteering sector
The desire for mutual support during a pandemic has led to a new wave of volunteer mobilisation across Russia. However, this mobilisation is being led from the top down – and in the interests of the state. Meanwhile, independent projects are forced to fight for their existence and to resist attacks from the media.
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