The Role of the Belarusian Diaspora in Preserving and Developing Belarusian Culture: Materials of International Conference (London, December 20 and 30, 2001) The textual records relate to the conference that focused on scientific and cultural circles of the Belarusian diaspora, prominent figures, and the role of the Belarusian diaspora in preserving and developing Belarusian culture. The collection includes material on Belarusian scientific and cultural centers established by the diaspora and the role of the Belarusian diaspora in promoting the use of the Belarusian language. Among the centers are the Belarusian Committee for Assistance to Radiation Victims and the Francisak Skaryna Belarusian Library in London. Conference material includes studies of Yakub Kolas, Yazep Hermanovich's memoirs, translations of Natallya Arseneva's poetry, reports on creative work of Yanka Zolak, Ales Salavey and Yanka Yukhnavets, and studies of Francisak Skaryna and the Belarusian authorities' attitudes to the book printer and enlightener.