Wherever Ukrainians find themselves, they create their own spaces — places of gathering, support, and preservation of national memory. Even thousands of kilometers away from home, they find ways to speak their native language, sing Ukrainian songs, and pass their culture on to their children. This time, our magazine’s editorial team traveled to Spain to […]
In the very heart of Central Florida, near Greater Orlando, a special fire has been burning for five years. It is not just a stage with music, nor only festival tents or traditional embroidered attire. It is Vatra — a symbol of warmth, memory, tradition, and resilience. The festival was born from a powerful idea
My name is Oleksiy Tryfonov, and I am proud to be an ambassador for the magazine «Ukranians and the World» in the Netherlands. This role allows me to gather and highlight the stories of Ukrainians living in this country, so the world can learn about our culture, resilience, and remarkable achievements. The magazine serves as
My journey of permanent residence in the United States began in the spring of 2022, when I came to visit my friends on a tourist visa. As with the UK, it was not my first visit to this country as a tourist or for work. In April, the United States adopted a government programme for
An interview with Anastasiia Yelizarova — the creator of a therapeutic method that redefines the notion of contact with the subconscious. Anastasiia Yelizarova is a young, deeply empathetic, and brilliant specialist, the creator of the original therapeutic device «Shadow» (a registered trademark), which integrates psychology, the Gestalt approach, and neuroscience principles. Her device helps integrate
«Today, there is likely no country in the world that hasn’t welcomed Ukrainians following the start of the full-scale invasion. As a nation of action, we have actively promoted our culture and traditions abroad creating cultural hubs in major cities and small communities alike, sharing our love for Ukraine with locals sincerely, generously, and selflessly.»
Dear Rotary Community Members and Friends Today is a special day—a symbol of the unity of our nations, international cooperation, and the efforts we all make to uphold Rotary’s ideals. Since the beginning of the full-scale war in Ukraine, my family has faced severe challenges. I had to leave my native Kharkiv, where my parents,
Relocation changes everything. It’s not just about packing your life into a suitcase and starting over in a new country-it’s about leaving behind your familiar identity, career, and social support. For many Ukrainians abroad, the emotional and psychological challenges of immigration are as complex as the practical ones. As a coach, I work with people
My dear compatriots, I want to congratulate all of us on the opening of such a powerful, interesting and useful project as the UW magazine. Olga Anisimova Attorney Lawyer National Law Academy of Ukraine named Yaroslav Mudryi The first issue is wonderful and inspiring. Thank you Olena Yaremchuk, as always, you managed to unite smart,
There are two types of motivation that drive people to leave their home country. The first is “away-from” motivation — when people are escaping something negative. The second is “toward” motivation — when they are striving to achieve a dream. My immigrant life began with away-from motivation. In the early 2000s, I experienced a series
The Ukrainian diaspora in Azerbaijan is the largest in the South Caucasus. According to the 2009 census, there are about 21,500 ethnic Ukrainians living in the country. Ukrainians began migrating to Azerbaijan in the 19th century, due to the development of the oil industry in Baku. Over time, they integrated into Azerbaijani society while preserving
