Reform Movement of Lithuania

The Reform Movement of Lithuania, primarily represented by Sąjūdis in the late 1980s and early 1990s, was a peaceful effort to regain independence from Soviet control. It aimed to restore Lithuania’s sovereignty, promote national identity, and implement democratic reforms. The movement grew from dissatisfaction with Soviet policies and economic struggles, uniting various groups under a common goal of independence. Through mass demonstrations, political activism, and negotiations, they successfully led Lithuania to declare independence in 1990, marking a significant step toward self-determination and democracy in the Baltic region.