In March 2026, a two-day workshop “The Power of Shadows” was held in Sheptytskyi, Lviv region, as part of the international project Empowering Creative Minds. 29 participants took part: teachers, internally displaced persons, and representatives of creative professions. This workshop showed how international methodologies can be adapted to Ukrainian realities, […]
Support in wartime — a trauma-informed approach for communities
War is changing the lives of people and communities today. If you work with people — in a school, community organization, volunteer project, or social service — it is important to have practical tools that help create a safe environment and support those who are experiencing traumatic experiences during war. […]
Trauma does not go away on its own:
When people’s lives are marked by war and crisis, education can be a safe space for support and recovery. But for it to truly fulfill this role, it needs to adopt a trauma-informed approach—one that acknowledges everyone’s experiences and helps rebuild trust and community strength. In 2024–2025, the Ukrainian Network for […]