Biography
Yuliya Pasynkova faced persecution in the summer of 2024, when criminal cases were opened against her and her mother-in-law, Tatyana. Yuliya's husband, Aleksey, was under investigation because of his beliefs back in December 2022. The situation is aggravated by the fact that the couple are raising a son with a disability, who needs round-the-clock help.
Yuliya was born in December 1990 in the city of Abdulino, Orenburg Region. Her father worked as an electric locomotive driver for 35 years. He tragically died in 2021. Mother was educated as a seamstress but worked in various fields. Yuliya has an elder sister who also has a child with a disability.
In her youth, Yuliya studied at a music school and went in for cross-country skiing. She still loves music. After school, she worked as a nail technician.
Yuliya began to be interested in the Bible at a young age. According to the believer, she was touched by the wisdom of biblical principles, which reflect God's love for people. In 2009, she decided to become one of Jehovah's Witnesses.
In 2013, Yuliya married Aleksey, and 3 years later they had a son. In 2020, the couple moved to Stavropol so that their child could receive the necessary medical care there.
Yuliya worries about how the criminal prosecution of their family will affect her son. She says: "Subsequently, when it comes to my trial, Aleksey will be with my son instead of me. I am worried about what the court decision will be in my husband's case—whether he will stay with us." Yuliya is also upset that she cannot attend her husband's trial to support him.
Against the backdrop of what is happening, Yuliya's health has deteriorated, and this worries her family. Despite the difficulties, the couple have everything they need— friends have surrounded them with care.