Masha Alyokhina

Pussy Riot is a feminist punk guerilla performance collective. Their unauthorized public performances address feminism, LGBT rights, and opposition to Russian President Putin.

Pussy Riot wastes no time in getting back to activism

Global Politics

After 18 months in prison, Pussy Riot members Masha Alyokhina and Nadya Tolokonnikova promptly renewed their campaign against Russian President Vladimir Putin. Now they’ve added prison reform and human rights to their agenda, and they’re taking their fight on the road.

Two members of Pussy Riot are attacked by Russian thugs while eating breakfast at McDonald’s

Conflict & Justice

Two members of Pussy Riot are attacked by Russian thugs while eating breakfast at McDonald’s

Conflict & Justice
Pussy Riot's Nadezhda Tolokonnikova and Maria Aliokhina speak with two supporters at the Vinzavod Center for Contemporary Art in Moscow. Many wanted to speak with them about prison conditions in Russia.

What’s next for Pussy Riot? Prison reform and global celebrity

Global Politics