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                       Multinational Platform  “Supporting Combat Veterans of Ukraine” 

is a comprehensive Initiative dedicated to providing professional help for the psychological, physical, and social needs of Ukrainian combat veterans. The Platform aims to establish multinational collaboration between experts and organizations supporting veterans with PTSD, injuries, and other combat challenges. It provides integrated, holistic services tailored to benefit both veterans and their families.

The working model Goal of this Platform is to establish Multinational Collaboration between dedicated professional organizations and experts that are specialized in supporting veterans suffering from PTSD, physical injuries, and other combat-related challenges through an integrated, holistic approach, providing tailored services that benefit both veterans and their families. 

Our approach in achieving this Goal is to establish long term sustainable Education, Training and Professional Exchange Programs for Ukrainian professionals that will be working with different types of veterans’ problems. The important part of the Program will include providing Ukrainian professionals with tested and approved American and international methodical manuals/instructions of psychological services, with scientific resources and broad reintegration assistance guidance.

 

Our colleague, Dr. Bohdana Urbanovych, co-manages this important platform with us. More about Bohdana:

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Dr. Bohdana Urbanovych, Ph.D., has an extensive and distinguished career as a senior consultant and president of organizations focused on renewable energy, international collaboration, and heritage preservation. Her leadership spans multiple sectors, including organizing energy projects in Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, and the U.S. Bohdana's expertise in local governance, historic preservation, and architectural restoration has earned her international recognition, including work with UNESCO, USAID, and other global institutions. Her experience as a visiting professor at top universities like Harvard and Cornell, coupled with her fluency in four languages, underscores her versatility. She has been instrumental in fostering international collaborations for veterans, local governments, and cultural heritage projects, making her a leader in global sustainable development and historic preservation efforts.

US-Ukraine Veteran Exchange/ PTSD Programs Round Table

 

September 27, 2024

Today, People of Ukraine Foundation was honored to host the “US-Ukraine Veteran Exchange/ PTSD Programs Round Table” at the historic Army Navy Club in Washington, DC, bringing together key voices in the mission to support Ukraine’s defenders through effective PTSD programs. Our goal was to share proven U.S. best practices and collaboratively develop strategies to implement these essential, life-saving programs in Ukraine—particularly for those on the front lines, enduring relentless stress and trauma. Key topics discussed included effective treatment and therapy approaches, peer support, family and community involvement, long-term support and reintegration, program funding and sustainability, measuring program success, and innovative partnerships and collaborations.

 

A heartfelt thank you to all participants for attending and contributing to this important event, including our Keynote Speaker Ukraine’s Minister for Veterans' Affairs, Nataliia Kalmykova, the Vietnam War veteran and combat psychologist Mark Sandman, Oresta Starak from the Embassy of Ukraine in the USA, The American Legion colleagues Mario A. Marquez, RBLP–T, Joe Sharpe, Josh Hastings, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors Bonnie Carroll, TAPS Ukraine Yuliia Dmytrova, Angels of Azov Karina Petrush, Veteran Coalition International Ernest (E.J.) Herold, Kelly Brown from Allied Forces Foundation, U.S. veterans Sally Ann FALCO, Scott Hamm, Joshua Owen, Ukrainian psychologist Volodymyr Voloshyn, Ukraine’s veteran supporters Bohdana Urbanovych, Dimitry Terpylo from Heroes Glory and others, People of Ukraine Foundation’s colleagues Alisa, Oleksandr and Maryna. Your contributions and support are critical as we work together to help Ukraine’s defenders reintegrate after returning from the front lines!

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        US-Ukraine Combat Psychologist Exchange

August 22, 2024​

People of Ukraine Foundation continues to create opportunities for US-Ukrainian veteran exchanges. This week we held US-Ukraine Combat Psychologist Exchange online meeting with both countries’ combat veterans and combat psychologists. Our goal is the exchange of experiences that serves as a platform for sharing reliable best practices and evidence-based approaches. This collaboration focuses on hands-on methods that enhance the capacity to execute rapid response interventions, particularly in high-stress combat scenarios. 

 

We are truly grateful to Mark Sandman for his expertise and presentation at our meeting.  Mark is a Vietnam War veteran who served with the 101st Airborne Division, has worked in the field of Traumatic Stress since 1975. Throughout his career, he has trained Combat Stress Teams, PTSD treatment teams, and crisis intervention teams worldwide, including in Europe, Asia, the Arab Gulf Region, and the US. Mark has also provided psychological support for disaster victims in 13 countries.

 

We are also deeply grateful to our colleagues Mario A. Marquez, RBLP–T, Ernest (E.J.) Herold, Oleksandr Nemchenko, Olena Tolkachova, Karina Petrush, The American Legion , Veteran Coalition International, Angels of Azov, Advaith Thampi, Sally Ann FALCO, Ian P. , Scott Hamm, Dimitry Terpylo and other participants for their invaluable support of this important exchange. 🇺🇸🇺🇦

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Mark Sandman served in combat as an infantry soldier with the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam.

Mark has worked in the field of Traumatic Stress since 1975, when Mark designed, developed, and implemented one of the first four nationwide, federally funded outpatient treatment programs, designed to treat psychological trauma exposure, battlefield psychiatric casualties, and secondary psychological trauma exposure for military veterans, soldiers, and their family members. Pioneering funding by US Veterans Administration.

Since then, he has trained Combat Stress Teams in Europe and Asia, in-patient military hospital-based PTSD treatment teams in Europe and the Arab Gulf Region. He has provided on-site psychological intervention services for natural and human induced disasters in 13 counties and he has created and trained hospital-based crisis intervention teams in 4 Level One Trauma Centre hospitals in California. He has trained and created several Police and Fire Peer Teams in the US. Currently, Mark is generating interest in his Veteran Peer Team training for community-based efforts aimed at supporting combat veteran readjustment and Combat Stress Teams.

June 5-7, 2024

Our team at People of Ukraine Foundation is delighted to have been one of the sponsors of the U.S.-Ukraine Freedom Summit, held earlier this month in Washington, D.C. Organised by The Borderlands Foundation in partnership with many others, this event brought together key stakeholders to discuss crucial tactical and technological innovations for Ukraine’s defense and peace initiatives.
We had the opportunity to invite our partners from The American Legion, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC), U.S.-Ukraine Foundation and Veteran Coalition International to join and contribute to the Summit. The panels covered a range of topics, including strategic alliances and advanced defense technologies, veteran rehabilitation, reintegration and employment, highlighting the ongoing cooperation and shared goals between the U.S. and Ukraine.

Also, we had the honor of meeting and spending time with the Ukrainian wounded heroes who also participated at the Summit and at the 1st U.S.-Ukraine Veterans Charity Golf Tournament, held at the Andrew’s Air Force Base. It was our pleasure to organize the tour of the Pentagon and the Army Navy Club in Washington, DC for them.

We offer our heartfelt congratulations to The Borderlands Foundation for bringing all of us together and for organizing such a successful event!!! 🇺🇦🇺🇸

 

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 June 6, 2024  Tour of the Pentagon

It was our honor to organize a tour of the Pentagon for the Ukrainian Heroes! 

The best representation of Ukraine at the US military heart. 🇺🇦🇺🇸 Glory to the Heroes! 

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May 23, 2024

The People of Ukraine Foundation 

extends heartfelt congratulations to Paul (PJ) Rieckhoff and his team on the launch of the American Veterans for Ukraine (AVU) organization today at Ukraine House, Washington DC. The AVU’s mission has two important objectives: Driving public support for Ukraine & Protecting continued US government funding for the war. 

We deeply appreciate your leadership! 🇺🇸🇺🇦

During the event, we also had the opportunity to discuss our partnership with Tragedy Assistance for Survivors (TAPS) Ukraine based in Dnipro, Ukraine. 🇺🇸🇺🇦

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April 17, 2024

Our Foundation was honored to attend a truly impactful Ukraine Innovation Days event, bringing together 300+ leaders from government, business, academia, and diplomacy in Ukraine House in Washington DC. The event focused on Ukraine's recovery and growth, with notable attendees including Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal, Ambassador of Ukraine Oksana Markarova, Samantha Power of USAID, Penny Pritzker, Bernard Mensah of Bank of America, Edward Knight of Nasdaq, and Dr. Marcia McNutt of the US National Academy of Science, alongside many US NGOs including ours.

 

Here are the first results of this event:

-Bank of America is sending its personnel to work with the Ukrainian government, particularly in the Ministry of Economy, to share their highly professional expertise.

-Nasdaq is waiving fees for Ukrainian companies that would like to be listed on their platforms.

-The National Academy of Sciences is establishing a new Science and Innovation Fund for Ukraine with a focus on strengthening Ukraine's science and innovation sectors.

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February 23, 2024  

We were delighted  to organize a special meeting for the Ukrainian heroes with the esteemed company of Her Royal Highness, Princess Marie of Denmark at the Embassy of Italy in the USA. This occasion marked a great collaboration between People of Ukraine Foundation, Veteran Coalition International, Future for Ukraine Foundation, and the Italian Embassy in the USA, showcasing a united front in support of Ukraine. 

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Today People of Ukraine Foundation  with support of  Ukrainian Veterans Foundation  and Veteran Coalition International held a U.S.-Ukraine Veteran entrepreneur webinar on U.S.Market & Veteran Partnership.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Mr. Ernest (E.J.) Herold  our distinguished guest speaker, U.S. veteran, for the presentation and for providing such invaluable insights and contributions.

 

At the webinar we discussed several important topics related to U.S. and Ukrainian veteran entrepreneurship:

-Challenges for Veterans in Entrepreneurship

-Positioning Veteran-Owned Businesses Competitively

-Common Pitfalls in New Business Ventures

-Benefits for Veteran-Owned Businesses 

-Impact of Veteran Entrepreneur partnerships 

The meeting was attended by the Ukrainian veterans entrepreneurs from following business sectors: agricultural sector, construction business, clothing production, physical rehabilitation, repairs, electric transport rental, restaurants & craft workshop.

English Language Courses for the Ukrainian Veterans  

April -July 2023 

People of Ukraine Foundation continues free of charge  English Language Program for Combat Veterans of Ukraine.

We have trained now over 420 veterans and  see an increase in program participants. Established in September 2019, this program aims to improve participant communication skills and English language knowledge in order to facilitate successful transition to civilian careers. We divide participants into groups according to their prior English language knowledge. Each lesson is designed to provide differentiated learning for each specific participant in order to accelerate the learning process as much as possible. These new abilities are beneficial for everyday use as well as a valuable addition for resume building and employment applications. Moreover, these qualifications increase participant value to potential veteran employers in the local job market. This program creates a positive motivation for achievement in a veteran’s new phase in life as well as assisting combat veterans working through PTSD and other disabilities.

 

This year the program consists of 65 combat veterans; 22 of them are wounded in the war and going through rehabilitation.

We are thankful to Ministry of Veterans of Ukraine and Ukrainian Veteran Foundation for their support of our program. 

English Language Courses is a part of our  Hire Combat Veterans of Ukraine Initiative 

The goal of this initiative is to empower Ukrainian combat veterans and military spouses to succeed in the civilian workforce. These individuals thrived in tough situations and developed many skills — such as discipline, adaptability and dedication — that many employers need. Join this effort to encourage American, European and Ukrainian businesses to offer jobs to these deserving combat veterans of Ukraine. While the Ukrainian government provides some benefits for combat veterans, they do not include hiring services.Because many veterans transition back into the civilian workforce between the ages of 30 to 40 years, they must acquire or improve their professional qualification skills to compete successfully in the local job market. 

 

Read more here:  http://bunews.com.ua/society/item/english-language-initiative-aims-to-help-ukrainian-combat-veterans-enter-civilian-life

Please let us know if you would like to join, support this mission. Email us at:  people.of.ukraine@verizon.net

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On the picture our students Dmytro Hnatiuk and Serhii Vystorobskyi, wounded Heroes of Ukraine

Heroes Support Heroes 

Ukraine House, Washington DC

April 20, 2023

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Heroes Support Heroes Fundraiser was dedicated to Ukrainian veterans and their families. These people have sacrificed so much to protect their families and their homeland against unprovoked illegal Russian aggression. 

This event was organized by the Ukrainian Veteran Foundation with support of the Embassy of Ukraine in the USA, Ukraine House, US-Ukraine Business Council and People of Ukraine Foundation. 

We were honored that the Ukrainian delegation from the Ministry of Veteran Affairs of Ukraine are here with us today along with the Ukrainian heroes -combat veterans. 

Special thanks to our special guests speakers and the US and Ukrainian veterans - musicians:

Mr. Yaroslav Brisiuck, Minister-Counselor and Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of Ukraine in the U.S.

Major General Yulia Laputina the Minister of Veteran Affairs of Ukraine

Tetayna Shea-President of People of Ukraine Foundation

Natlia Kalmykova the Executive Director of the Ukrainian Veterans Foundation Ministry of Veterans Affairs of Ukraine

Moisei Bondarenko violinist, composer, Ukrainian Armed Forces, active service

Moisei Bondarenko is a musician, composer, and junior sergeant of the Medical Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.  

22nd Battalion Grey Coats Fife and Drum Corps This team is made up of Veterans from the 3rd US Infantry Regiment the Old Guard, the US Army's official ceremonial unit and escort to the president. William Parks is the fifer and Mark Reilly drummer.  

The Second US-Ukraine Veteran Entrepreneur Exchange Forum
at the Army Navy Club, Washington DC
April 18, 2023

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On April 18, 2023  People of Ukraine Foundation hosted the second US-Ukraine Veteran Entrepreneur Exchange Forum at the Army Navy Club in Washington DC.

We were honored to have the Minister of Veteran Affairs Major General Yulia Laputina who provided a keynote address, and who brought a very professional group of representatives from her Ministry. We sincerely appreciate Mr. Yaroslav Brisiuck, Counselor & Deputy Chief of Mission who represented the Embassy of Ukraine. The event was enriched by the participation of patriotic veterans who inspired us with their dedication and service. 

This forum was designed to share best practices for establishing and operating veteran-run businesses. Together we can empower veterans to take on leadership roles to create businesses, based on their enduring military values of dignity, respect and discipline in both Ukraine and the United States. We were very fortunate today to have a distinguished group of participants with significant expertise and knowledge.

We are thankful to our partners at Ukrainian Veterans Foundation CEO Nataliia Kalmykova and collegues who played the critical role in making this event a success. We are also grateful to the other participants and organizations for their contributions to achieving valuable results for Ukrainian veterans: The American Legion, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) Nadiia Khomaziuk, Global Ordnance Marc Morales

Svitlana Kashenets, Tarabukin Oleksiy, Mario A. Marquez, RBLP–TMarquez, Joe Sharpe, Oleksandr Nemchenko, Oleksandr Holopoteliuk, Karina Doroshenko, Nathan Colvin , Olga Postoieva, Rhonda Snipe - Keynote, Global Executive Presence Coach, Ricardo Gomez, Mathew Brennan, Moisei Bondarenko, Alina Maslo, Yevhen Slobodyan, Max Olack

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March 2023

People of Ukraine Foundation together with Nataliia Kalmykova CEO of Ukrainian Veteran Foundation held a meeting with Mario A. Marquez, RBLP–T and Joe Sharpe from The American Legion. Truly admire their professionalisms and dedication to supporting fellow veterans and the community. 

 

Chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization, the American Legion is focused on service to veterans, servicemembers and communities. The Legion evolved from a group of war-weary veterans of World War I into one of the most influential nonprofit groups in the United States. Membership swiftly grew to over 1 million, and local posts sprang up across the country. Today, membership stands at nearly 2 million in more than 13,000 posts worldwide. 

 

During our meeting I have learned so much about myriad of amazing programs and services, as well as strategic and systematic approach used to create a strong foundation for successful transition from military to civilian life. 

 

Very thankful to Mario and Joe for the educational tour at the American Legion, and for the introduction of the critical programs to improve veteran lives. Thanks so much for your service to our nation!

 

Looking forward to our partnership with the American Legion and to our US-Ukraine experience exchange to support veterans in Ukraine.

Ukraine is now bravely fighting the Russian occupiers, defending its land, while suffering significant damage not only to critical infrastructure but also residential areas, which has already led to heavy casualties among the civilian population.

We need your help today more than ever, any help. Ukrainians are defending their home land, the nation is now united in the face of the enemy, and all, from young to old, as one stood side by side to ensure the freedom and sovereignty of their homeland.

We need help in the following areas:

Financial:

To donate with Credit Card or Pay Pal to People of Ukraine Foundation here:

https://people-of-Ukraine.org/donate

The final recipient of all humanitarian aid that will come to Ukraine is exclusively the Ukrainian people.

Humanitarian:

We are organizing humanitarian shipment for refugees.

List of priority needs:

First aid kits

Blankets

Light sleeping bags

Children clothes, toys

Contact us:

People.of.Ukraine@verizon.net

Supporting Wounded Defenders of Ukraine  Gala

Veterans Day, November 11, 2022

Army Navy Club, Washington DC

On Veterans Day People of Ukraine Foundation organized and held the Gala to support Wounded Heroes of Ukraine at the historic Army Navy Club in Washington DC. All the proceeds from the event were transferred to rehabilitation programs for the wounded defenders of Ukraine and to United 24 for purchasing modular external fixators to treat wounds and to prevent amputations. 


On Veteran’s Day over 70 guests gathered in support of wounded defenders of Ukraine at the Army Navy Club in Washington DC.

The People of Ukraine Foundation organized this event with partner organizations: Embassy of Ukraine in the USA / Посольство України в США , US Ukrainian Activists, Ukraine House, United Help Ukraine, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC), U.S.-Ukraine Foundation, Revival Foundation and Ukrainian Heroes for Freedom.

We were honored that Ukrainian wounded warrior Олександр Чайка Oleksandr Chaika and his spouse Anna were able to join our event.

People of Ukraine Foundation  would like to express our sincere appreciation to our keynote speaker Ambassador Oksana Markarova, as well as the other speakers Major General Borys Kremenetkyi, Nadia McConnell and Morgan Williams. 

Also, to our sponsors Yuri Deychakiwsky and Iryna Deychakiwsky, Nana Bagdavadze, my dearest colleagues Irena Chalupa, Nadiia Khomaziuk, Ruslan Falkov and Marianna Falkova, Maryna Baydyuk, Nadiya Shaporynska, Oleksandra Popova, Julia Hrynets, Oleksandr Nemchenko, Olga Postoyeva and Lane Johansen.

Truly grateful to our performers: talented and gifted singer Alina Cherkasova and the United States Army Brass Quintet- Staff Sergeant Andrew Boylan, Sergeant First, Class “EJ” Ramos, Master Sergeant Rick Lee, Staff Sergeant Greg Hammond, Master Sergeant Jon Voth.

All the proceeds from the event will go to United 24 for purchasing modular external fixators to treat wounds and to prevent amputations.

Glory to Ukraine-Glory to the Heroes! 

Meeting with the Ukrainian Veterans' Foundation

 October 18, 2022

People of Ukraine Foundation had a pleasure to host special guests from Ukraine today: veterans Colonel Volodymyr Lahuta, Oleksandr Morozov, Yuliia Kirillova, Iryna Yurchenko- the mother of the legendary Dmytro "Orest" Kozatskyi, Nataliia Kalmykova - director of the Ukrainian Veterans' Foundation, her colleagues Tetiana Shvydchenko, Olena Prikhno and Alina Maslo. Also representatives from the Defense Attache Office Major General Borys Kremenetsyi, Colonel Oleksandr Rozhkov and my dearest friend Irena Chalupa.

Looking forward to continued cooperation and partnership! 

On July 18, 2022  the First Lady of Ukraine, Mrs. Olena Zelenska is in Washington DC. She presented “Unbroken” - Prosthesis for Children Program.

On the Picture:

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine H.E. Mrs.Oksana Markarova, the First Lady of Ukraine Mrs.Olena Zelenska and the President of People of Ukraine Foundation Mrs. Tetyana Shea

Ukraine House, Washington DC


On July 20, 2022  People of Ukraine Foundation held an Advocacy for Ukraine Presentation at the Young Professionals in Foreign Policy organization (YPFP) to gain very much needed support from the US professional community.  

Agenda included the following topics: 

Agricultural export blockade & sanctions

War, bombings, response, cooperation

Global impact

Human factor, children at risk

Ukraine Relations 

US – Ukraine Business Council

American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine

Ukraine Combat Veterans

US-Ukraine Veteran Startup Forum 

Post War Care (mental health, employment)

US – Ukraine Educational Exchange

Online lessons for refugee children

People of Ukraine Foundation x UNICEF Children Relief Work

Ukraine’s Candidacy to the EU 

Unification message for experts & practical knowledge practitioners


YPFP is a nonpartisan 501(c) organization that is building the leaders tomorrow needs. With thousands of members and weekly events, YPFP is well-known for its strong commitment to public service and its efforts to create dialogue between tomorrow's foreign policy leaders and today's accomplished experts. In addition to its activities in Washington, DC, YPFP has major locations in New York, London and Brussels. For more information, visit www.ypfp.org

It’s truly an honor to meet Prime Minister of Ukraine Denis Shmygal today at Ukraine House, Washington DC. He brought a very special gift - Ukrainian flag signed by the President of Ukraine «Ukraine is Brave!» 

DECREE OF THE PRESIDENT OF UKRAINE 

No. 619/2021

Regarding state awards of Ukraine on the occasion of the International Volunteer Day

For significant personal contribution to the development of the volunteer movement, active charitable and humanitarian activities, I decree:

The Order of Princess Olga III degree is awarded to:

SHEA Tetyana Stanislavivna - President of the charity foundation "People of Ukraine", United States of America


President of Ukraine V.ZELENSKYY

December 3, 2021


https://www.president.gov.ua/documents/6192021-40805

People of Ukraine Foundation 

Partnership with UNICEF

more details here: https://www.unicefusa.org/people-of-ukraine

People of Ukraine Foundation has partnered with UNICEF in 2022 to work together to meet the most urgent needs of vulnerable children and families in Ukraine— including safety, health care, safe water, nutrition and more.

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) works in more than 190 countries and territories to put children first including Ukraine. UNICEF has helped save more children's lives than any other humanitarian organization, by providing health care and immunizations, safe water and sanitation, nutrition, education, emergency relief and more. UNICEF USA supports UNICEF's work through fundraising, advocacy and education in the United States.

People of Ukraine Foundation is supporting the children and families devastated by the war and emergency in Ukraine. The humanitarian crisis in Ukraine is having a devastating impact on children and their families. Hundreds of thousands of people are fleeing their homes to find safety in other parts of the country or across Ukraine’s borders.

As of May 27,over 6.5 million people have crossed into Poland, Romania, Moldova, Hungary and other countries, and millions more have been displaced. UNICEF, together with partners is at the forefront of the humanitarian response in Ukraine and bordering counties to provide essential services to war-stricken children and families. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzClGdLpUpEThe war in Ukraine poses an immediate and growing threat to the lives and well-being of the country`s 7.5 million children.

It has been reported that almost every second child becomes a refugee since the start of the war. According to the OHCHR, at least 240 children have been killed and over 438 children have been injured in Ukraine to date and many more will likely be impacted by psychological trauma.

People of Ukraine’s mission is to promote the unique culture, talent and potential of modern Ukraine in the U.S. and in Ukraine. Together, we will provide life-saving assistance to children and families in Ukraine and those fleeing to neighboring countries.

Make an Impact Today

•$45 could provide a family with an emergency water, sanitation and hygiene kit

•$75 could pay for school supplies to help at least 20 children continue their education

•$120 could provide safe drinking water with 16,000 water purification tablets

•$150,000 can establish a Blue Dot refugee center where newly arrived children and families can find information and services (an additional $15,000 can maintain a center for an additional month)

As the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine continues to evolve and deepen at an alarming pace, your donation can help save lives. Even a modest donation will make a difference!

To Donate - https://people-of-ukraine.org/donate

US-Ukraine Veteran Startup Exchange Forum​

People of Ukraine Foundation is delighted to announce that the first US-Ukraine Veteran Startup Exchange Forum has successfully concluded. Special thanks to Her Excellency Oksana Markarova , Ambassador of Ukraine to the USA Embassy of Ukraine in the USA / Посольство України в США and Minister of Veteran Affairs of Ukraine Мінветеранів General Yuliya Laputina for their invaluable support to this event and keynote remarks to the audience.

We are sincerely grateful to the veterans of Ukraine for their active participation and leadership from the following companies: Derevo Kushnirukiv, Unicom, entrepreneur Mr. Олександр Дарморос , Sale e Pepe, UVV Ingeneering, Shidnyi Ravlyk, Gerod Group, and Traverse Tactical Team, IT BRO, Oberig Agro, and U.BIS Energy. We deeply appreciate the contributions from our American colleagues Mr. Morgan Williams, President of the U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC), US veteran Mr. Stephen Brucker, investment expert and US veteran Mr. Rod Long, President Team Trident LLC.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to colleagues and friends who joined us in this worthy endeavor to improve the lives of those who have sacrificed so much, and hope for continued collaboration between US and Ukrainian veteran partners.

President of People of Ukraine Foundation Mrs. Tetyana Shea held a meeting with Madam Ambassador of Ukraine Oksana Markarova and  Mr. Morgan Williams, President Of US-Ukraine Business Council. The meeting was focused on projects connected to the Veterans, the IT industry and further cooperation. 

Meeting with the President of Ukraine 

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Mrs. Olena Zelenska


People of Ukraine Foundation wishes them a very successful and productive trip in the USA! 🇺🇦🇺🇸

Many thanks to the Embassy of 

Ukraine for the kind invitation to visit the new and a very special heart of Ukraine in Washington DC.

It is a great honor to meet and to welcome President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska during Ukraine House opening in Washington DC. 



People of Ukraine Foundation hosted Book Presentation "WAR. RU" by Combat Veteran Yuriy Rudenko at the Army Navy Club, Washington DC.

“This book is an important contribution to understanding the current Russian war against Ukraine. It will be read both at home and internationally with deep interest. It covers the first year of the war during 2014 and early 2015. It tells day by day the shocking and often gory tale of how the war unfolded. It tells of the invasion of Crimea, the initial Russian attempts to create Novorossiya in the east of country and of the eventual invasion by battalions of Russian troops before the battle of Debaltseve, thus saving the Russian backed militants from defeat. It tells in a matter of fact way the battles, and the names of some, but not all, of the Ukrainian heroes. It tells of civilian casualties, of those captured and tortured, and gives numbers of those missing. It tells of the Russian and militant casualties and the Russian daily lies to the world. The author tries hard to put the battles in political and military context for that time” – Lt Col (Retd) Glen Grant, Royal Artillery, the first foreign adviser with the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense in 2014

On the photo:General Major Volodymyr Havrylov, Yuriy Rudenko (book author) and Tetyana Shea (President of People of Ukraine Foundation)

Hire Combat Veterans of Ukraine Initiative 

 

The goal of this initiative is to empower Ukrainian combat veterans and military spouses to succeed in the civilian workforce. These individuals thrived in tough situations and developed many skills — such as discipline, adaptability and dedication — that many employers need. Join this effort to encourage American, European and Ukrainian businesses to offer jobs to these deserving combat veterans of Ukraine. While the Ukrainian government provides some benefits for combat veterans, they do not include hiring services.

Because many veterans transition back into the civilian workforce between the ages of 30 to 40 years, they must acquire or improve their professional qualification skills to compete successfully in the local job market. 

 

Read more here:  http://bunews.com.ua/society/item/english-language-initiative-aims-to-help-ukrainian-combat-veterans-enter-civilian-life



English Language Program for Combat Veterans of Ukraine 

“English Language Program for Combat Veterans of Ukraine” is on its second year of execution and continues to see an increase in program participants. Established in September 2019, it aims to improve participant communication skills and English language knowledge in order to facilitate successful transition to civilian careers. These new abilities are beneficial for everyday use as well as a valuable addition for resume building and employment applications. 

 

Moreover, these qualifications increase participant value to potential veteran employers in the local job market. This program creates a positive motivation for achievement in a veteran’s new phase in life as well as assisting combat veterans working through PTSD and other disabilities.

 

This year the program consists of 48 combat veteran and family member participants; nine of them are disabled and one is blind. We divided participants into two groups according to their prior English language knowledge. Each lesson is designed to provide differentiated learning for each specific participant in order to accelerate the learning process as much as possible. 

Read more here:

https://www.kyivpost.com/ukraine-politics/zoom-english-lessons-boost-ukrainian-military-vets-job-chances.html?fbclid=IwAR0qLlcURnO0BYVxTgrxBKbIfz4AG4yYGEg9PT7gWy-8ljjjEL6tcc_9F84

Our new program for combat veterans:


“Basic Computer Skills for Combat Veterans and Families of Ukraine” 


This program aims to develop and improve basic computer literacy. These new abilities are beneficial for everyday use as well as a valuable addition for resume building and to facilitate second careers in an office setting. Disabled veterans benefit substantially by acquiring these critical skills to excel in a civilian setting.


Moreover, these qualifications increase participant value to potential veteran employers in the local job market. This program creates a positive motivation for achievement in a veteran’s new phase in life as well as assisting combat veterans working through PTSD and other disabilities.

Oleksandr Darmoros- combat veteran of Ukraine

English Language Program graduate

"As a widow of a fallen hero, my son and I are very grateful to the People of Ukraine Foundation for English language classes since September 2019 and other much appreciated  assistance!" Svetlana G. ,  Dnipro, Ukraine  

Special Thanks to our Sponsors



Chopivsky Family Foundation


US-Ukraine Business Council



We really appreciate your generous support to help these deserving veterans. Together we can make a difference in these veterans’ lives, strengthen society, and demonstrate gratitude to those who have selflessly served to protect Ukrainian independence. We wish you your foundation continued success, good fortune and good health! 




“Sooner or later, Russia will be forced to leave Ukraine and we will learn more details about the technologies and nuances of this hydride war. But the main thing that stopped the implementation of Putin's scenario of "forcing Ukraine to peace" was the spirit and self-sacrifice of the Ukrainian people. This is what this book is about” – Maj Gen (Retd) Volodymyr Havrylov, former Defense Attaché of Ukraine in the USA 2015-2018



Many thanks to all our dear friends and colleagues from the Embassy of Ukraine in the USA, who joined us to support and to cheer for Ukraine!


Meeting with Combat Veterans of Ukraine in Washington D.C. 🇺🇸🇺🇦

This group of wounded Ukrainian veterans came to challenge a long-distance hiking along the Appalachian Trail.



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