# How to avoid conscription and pressure to sign an army contract in Russia

https://mins.news/en/item/98791

- Meduza, 2026-10-13 22:12 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://meduza.io/en/slides/how-to-avoid-military-conscription-and-pressure-to-sign-an-army-contract-in-russia

> Idite Lesom, launched by Grigory Sverdlin, helps Russians avoid mobilization or leave the military. Its advice includes gathering medical records, checking eligibility for a deferment or exemption, pursuing alternative civilian service, and keeping copies of paperwork. Students are urged to confirm that any deferment has been formally granted.