[1] The group's stated goal is to provide "a broad anti-imperial movement that unites national, socio-political and civil organizations who advocate for sovereignty for the peoples and territories in the Russian Federation.

"[1] The organization differentiates itself from other groups by explicitly calling for secession from the Russian state.

"[1] The group held its first congress from 4–6 April 2024, in Otepää, Estonia, where the League adopted its charter, principles and values as well as plan for the following years.

[1][2] The League announced that it plans to be headquartered in Helsinki with permanent offices in the Baltic states.

[5] During the 2024 Captive Nations Week, the congress sent a letter to U.S. President Joe Biden to support the independence of national minority regions in Russia, and for more support for Ukraine in its war against Russia.