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Mikhail Khodorkovsky Foundation

The Mikhail Khodorkovsky Foundation is a non-profit organization founded by Mikhail Khodorkovsky, a former Russian oil tycoon and political prisoner. Established in 2014, the foundation aims to promote democracy, human rights, and civil society in Russia and beyond. It supports various initiatives, including education, art, and social projects, to empower citizens and foster open dialogue. Khodorkovsky, who spent years in prison for opposing the Russian government, uses the foundation to help advance reform and advocate for justice, contributing to the broader struggle for political freedoms in Russia.