At the heart of the Movement lies the principle of compassion – a commitment to understanding, empathy, and action that prioritizes the dignity and well-being of every individual. By centering campaigns on compassion, the Movement seeks to replace punitive systems with supportive solutions, uniting communities in a shared vision of justice, equity, and humanity.

The Rise & Decriminalize Movement was founded to address systemic injustices faced by marginalized communities across the Eurasian region and brings together five regional networks:

• Eurasian Coalition for Health, Rights and Sexual Diversity – ECOM
• Eurasian Harm Reduction Association – EHRA
• Eurasian Network of People Who Use Drugs – ENPUD
• Eurasian Women’s Network on AIDS – EWNA
• Sex Workers’ Rights Advocacy Network – SWAN.