As War in the Ukraine continues it is important that we all continue to learn about Ukraine's historical and cultural background. Here are several resources I have run across that look at the country of Ukraine (as well as the current war) from different angles and points of views.
Art
Talk Art: Mark Neville (Ukraine Special Episode: Stop Tanks With Books)
Talk Art speaks to Mark Neville, the award winning British photographer. Since 2015, Neville (born 1966) has been documenting life in Ukraine, with subjects ranging from holidaymakers on the beaches of Odessa and the Roma communities on the Hungarian border to those internally displaced by the war in Eastern Ukraine. Through his community-based projects, Neville explores the social function of the medium, using still and moving images as well as photo books. His projects have consistently looked to subvert the traditional, passive role of social documentary practice to activate social debate and change beyond the boundaries of cultural institutions.
Democracy In America
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has become a symbol of democracy around the world. What does this mean for the United States? This week, Heather and Joanne look at past foreign and international figures who’ve fought fervently for democratic values and have compelled and challenged Americans.
Social/Political/Historical Context
Coursera Russian Invasion Of Ukraine Teach Out (Led by The University of Michigan) (note for me Coursera is not happy with chrome and I needed to use a different program)
This free course explores 4 main areas
- History and Context
- International Policy and Governance
- Disinformation and Cyberattacks
- Impact of the War on Ukraine
There will also be a Russian Invasion of Ukraine Teach-Out Town Hall on Mar 23, 2022
Taking Action to Help UkraineThis list of ways to take action is from the Russian Invasion Of Ukraine Teach Out
Ukrainian-AmericanThe Crisis Response Committee of Michigan. This is a grassroots, informal association of organizations and individuals, formed in order to respond to the escalating crisis facing Ukraine.
UNICEF supports health, nutrition, HIV prevention, education, safe drinking water, sanitation and protection for children and families caught in the conflict in Ukraine. "Heavy weapons fire along the line of contact has already damaged critical water infrastructure and education facilities in recent days," said UNICEF Executive Director Catherine M. Russell in a statement.
Médecins Sans Frontieres/Doctors Without Borders: MSF runs a range of activities in Ukraine working with local volunteers, organizations, health care professionals and authorities to help people travel to health care facilities and access prescribed medications.
Voices of Children: The Ukrainian organization's Charitable Foundation helps provide psychological and psychosocial support to children affected by the armed conflict, according to its website. Voices of Children's efforts of support for kids include art therapy, video storytelling, providing mobile psychologists and even individual help for families.
International Committee of the Red Cross: This Switzerland-based organization is aiming to help people affected by the conflict and support the work of the Ukrainian Red Cross.
Save the Children: Save the Children, based in London, helps to deliver lifesaving aid to vulnerable children in Ukraine and around the world. According to its website, the organization says it is on the ground in the U.S. and other parts of the world "delivering essential humanitarian aid.”
UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) The international organization aims to provide emergency assistance to families in Ukraine — providing aid such as cash assistance and opportunitiesfor resettlement in the U.S. "UNHCR is working with the authorities, UN and other partners in Ukraine and is ready to provide humanitarian assistance wherever necessary and possible. To that effect, security and access for humanitarian efforts must be guaranteed," the organization said in a statement.
CARE is raising money for its Ukraine Crisis Fund, which will provide immediate aid including food, water, hygiene kits, support services and direct cash assistance.
Nova Ukraine is a 501(c)3 registered non-profit organization (EIN 465335435) dedicated to raising awareness about Ukraine in the US and throughout the world and providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine. They work closely with nonprofits and volunteers focused on helping Ukraine. They organize fundraisers, meetings with famous Ukrainian people, round table discussions dedicated to Ukraine and Ukrainian culture and participate in various cultural events.
Be an advocate for Ukraine
Five Elements of Effective Advocacy
What is your goal? The most important step in any advocacy strategy is clarifying your goal.
Who are the key decision makers? If you’re participating from the U.S., click here to identify your Senators, and click here to identify your Representatives.
Can you identify a champion? This is a person who is inside the process, and who will advance your goal internally. You might consider connecting with an expert or someone who is already working on poverty solutions or economic issues.
Can you build out a coalition? Who are the other people or organizations that are interested in basic income share your goal? You may find them by sharing your opinion or looking for local organizations.
What is your message? How can you and your coalition share this message? Who should you share it with?
Ukrainian-AmericanThe Crisis Response Committee of Michigan. This is a grassroots, informal association of organizations and individuals, formed in order to respond to the escalating crisis facing Ukraine.
UNICEF supports health, nutrition, HIV prevention, education, safe drinking water, sanitation and protection for children and families caught in the conflict in Ukraine. "Heavy weapons fire along the line of contact has already damaged critical water infrastructure and education facilities in recent days," said UNICEF Executive Director Catherine M. Russell in a statement.
Médecins Sans Frontieres/Doctors Without Borders: MSF runs a range of activities in Ukraine working with local volunteers, organizations, health care professionals and authorities to help people travel to health care facilities and access prescribed medications.
Voices of Children: The Ukrainian organization's Charitable Foundation helps provide psychological and psychosocial support to children affected by the armed conflict, according to its website. Voices of Children's efforts of support for kids include art therapy, video storytelling, providing mobile psychologists and even individual help for families.
International Committee of the Red Cross: This Switzerland-based organization is aiming to help people affected by the conflict and support the work of the Ukrainian Red Cross.
Save the Children: Save the Children, based in London, helps to deliver lifesaving aid to vulnerable children in Ukraine and around the world. According to its website, the organization says it is on the ground in the U.S. and other parts of the world "delivering essential humanitarian aid.”
UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) The international organization aims to provide emergency assistance to families in Ukraine — providing aid such as cash assistance and opportunitiesfor resettlement in the U.S. "UNHCR is working with the authorities, UN and other partners in Ukraine and is ready to provide humanitarian assistance wherever necessary and possible. To that effect, security and access for humanitarian efforts must be guaranteed," the organization said in a statement.
CARE is raising money for its Ukraine Crisis Fund, which will provide immediate aid including food, water, hygiene kits, support services and direct cash assistance.
Nova Ukraine is a 501(c)3 registered non-profit organization (EIN 465335435) dedicated to raising awareness about Ukraine in the US and throughout the world and providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine. They work closely with nonprofits and volunteers focused on helping Ukraine. They organize fundraisers, meetings with famous Ukrainian people, round table discussions dedicated to Ukraine and Ukrainian culture and participate in various cultural events.
Be an advocate for Ukraine
Five Elements of Effective Advocacy
What is your goal? The most important step in any advocacy strategy is clarifying your goal.
Who are the key decision makers? If you’re participating from the U.S., click here to identify your Senators, and click here to identify your Representatives.
Can you identify a champion? This is a person who is inside the process, and who will advance your goal internally. You might consider connecting with an expert or someone who is already working on poverty solutions or economic issues.
Can you build out a coalition? Who are the other people or organizations that are interested in basic income share your goal? You may find them by sharing your opinion or looking for local organizations.
What is your message? How can you and your coalition share this message? Who should you share it with?
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