Open Letter: A Call to All Peoples and Governments of the World

History does not only shape our past—it molds our present and future as well. As young Circassians spread across the globe, we call for the recognition of the Circassian Genocide, which culminated on May 21, 1864, with the mass expulsion of our people from their homeland. The steps taken by Georgia and Ukraine have not only acknowledged the suffering of a people but also demonstrated a commitment to human dignity.

We make this call not out of a desire for revenge, but in pursuit of justice. That justice lies in the recognition and remembrance of a great historical tragedy. We demand official acknowledgment of our identity, our history, and our human dignity.

This call is not an expression of hostility toward the Russian Federation. On the contrary, we believe that by confronting the truth about Circassia, by ensuring historical justice, and by building a relationship with the Circassian people on an open, respectful, and equal basis, the Russian Federation can take a stronger and more honorable step toward the future. For true peace is only possible through truth.

Today, the peoples of the world are striving to build a more humane and just world by recognizing the pains of the past. Rwanda, Srebrenica, the Holocaust—these examples show that justice can prevail, even if delayed. We want to be part of that chain of justice.

We call on all democratic states, international institutions, and people of conscience to recognize the Circassian Genocide and to speak out against this historical injustice.

We do not want to forget the past—we want to learn from it.

We do not seek division—we seek healing.

We do not seek revenge—we seek justice.

A forgotten pain is relived every day. But a recognized history is a shared victory for human dignity.

And we believe that both the Russian Federation and the world will be more beautiful with Circassia!