Began his career at the Minsk Tractor Plant. Later, worked at Belarusian State University as a lecturer. Worked at the Ministry of Education and held the position of Deputy Minister. Was President of the Belarus State University. Was elected Chairman of the Belarusian Social Democratic Party (Hramada) and presented his candidature for the 2006 presidential election. Was arrested during mass protests after the election and sentenced to 5 and a half years.