We are a British-Ukrainian non-profit organisation that provides free lessons of English to Ukrainian children affected by the war.
Our students are children who have lost their homes as a result of missile attacks or fled their home towns after russian occupation. Those whose parents are serving in the Ukrainian armed forces or have lost their parents.
We came to the UK after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2024, leaving our former lives behind. The constant shelling of our cities and prolonged blackouts caused by the destruction of Ukraine’s power grid forced us to seek a safer place where we could raise and educate our children. We were fortunate to adapt quickly to our new environment and have since found permanent work in educational projects across West Yorkshire.
As we settled in, we reflected on what helped us adjust so rapidly. First and foremost, it was the extraordinary kindness, openness, and support of the British people. Secondly, we arrived with a strong command of English.
After two years abroad, as the war continued and it became clear that its consequences would affect Ukraine for decades, we felt a responsibility to contribute in a way that would have a lasting impact. Our mission is to create educational opportunities for Ukrainian children - helping them learn, grow, and prepare for the future. In 15-20 years’ time, these children will be the ones rebuilding our country.
Through our project, we provide English lessons for children affected by the war and supply Ukrainian libraries with English books kindly donated by British individuals and libraries. These books open doors to knowledge, imagination, and connection with the wider world, giving children hope and practical skills for the future.
We would be deeply grateful for your support and for helping us spread the word. The more people who join this project, the more children we can reach - and the brighter the future we can help them build together!
I have seven years of experience teaching English as a foreign language in Ukraine. During this time, I have worked with preschoolers, children aged 7–11, teenagers, and adults.
I have met many adults who have spent years promising themselves they would finally learn English- yet those promises often remain unfulfilled. I have also encountered countless adults who are afraid to speak English due to a lack of confidence, which prevents them from finding better jobs or continuing their education. To ensure that our children do not face these same barriers in the future, we must act now. There is no time to wait for “better times” while Ukraine’s children need support today.
The saying on a classroom wall read, “You never know what you are capable of until you try.” It was my favorite classroom in our school in Irpin, Ukraine. Today, I feel a strong responsibility and desire to help our children shape a better future. Please help me help them.
With your support, we can give children affected by the war in Ukraine the opportunity to learn English and build a stronger future.
