We are a British-Ukrainian non-profit organisation bringing people together through education, culture, creativity and connection. We provide free English lessons and speaking clubs for Ukrainian women, refugees and displaced people, as well as children affected by the war. Through our art sessions and cultural activities, we share Ukrainian culture, stories and traditions while creating opportunities for people of all backgrounds to connect and learn from one another.
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We came to the UK following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, leaving behind our former lives and everything familiar. In those early months, what made the greatest difference was the kindness of British people. Their openness and generosity helped us settle, rebuild, and begin again in a place that felt safe.
As life gradually became more stable, we started to reflect on our journey. We realised we did not only want to adapt to our new life — we wanted to contribute to it. From that point, our work naturally began to grow in three connected directions.
First, we stayed closely connected to Ukraine by supporting children affected by the war. We provide English lessons and send English books to Ukrainian libraries, generously donated by individuals and organisations in the UK. These books open up a world of learning and imagination, helping children build confidence, knowledge, and hope for their future.
At the same time, we began working with women here in the UK, many of whom are rebuilding their lives just like we are. Through wellbeing activities and practical workshops, we help women develop digital, business, and language skills, while also creating space for connection, confidence, and belonging.
Alongside this, we realised that so many stories about Ukraine focus on pain and loss, so we wanted to show something different - its beauty, creativity, and hope. This is how our art workshops for children and adults began. Through creative and cultural workshops, we bring people together to create, learn and connect.
What started as a journey of displacement has gradually become a journey of contribution - one rooted in learning, sharing, and growing together.
With over 15 years of experience in marketing across different sectors, including both commercial and education organisation, I have developed a strong understanding of communication, engagement, and building meaningful connections with people.
Since coming to the UK, I have had the opportunity to be part of the University of Leeds and the Migration Yorkshire Refugee Women in Business Project Advisory Panel. Through this, I have met many inspiring women from different refugee backgrounds, heard their stories, and witnessed their resilience, creativity, and ambition.
These experiences have deeply shaped my perspective. I am now even more convinced that with the right environment, opportunities, and encouragement, women can truly thrive - building confidence, developing new skills, and creating their own paths forward.
The saying once written on the classroom wall in Irpin, Ukraine - “You never know what you are capable of until you try” - continues to guide me today, taking on new meaning through the people I have met here in Great Britain.
Today, my work focuses on creating spaces where women can learn, grow, and believe in their own potential, because I have seen firsthand what becomes possible when they do.
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