Wherever you live, it’s important to recognise the Ukrainian people’s plight — and act. Please help directly; do not assume your government will help the Ukrainians sufficiently on your behalf — individual action matters.

Why should I help?

Firstly, the Ukrainians are fighting pure evil — helping Ukraine is what solidarity and decency demand. There is not a case of ‘both sides are at fault’ — it is a clear battle between oppression and freedom. If you want to better understand the history and context of Ukraine and this war, I recommend you review Timothy Snyder’s lecture series.

Secondly, this is a fight between autocracy and democracy — not just a fight between russia and Ukraine. Our democratic way of life is in danger and we need to stem that tide. Defeating russia means showing the world (and ourselves) that democracy is stronger.

Thirdly, we owe Ukraine. On a political level, the West’s support has been inconsistent and hesitant. We’ve helped just enough to keep Ukraine fighting — not enough to help it win. Consider how we’ve held back Ukraine from hitting targets in Russia, our failure to honor the spirit of the Budapest memorandum, or how the United States has wavered in its commitment to Ukraine. The Ukrainians fight for dignity — where is ours?

How can I help?

You can sponsor the army, humanitarian aid, rebuilding and many other goals. You can even help sustaining public support for Ukraine, by bringing the Ukrainian culture and plight to your friends and family.

Every bit helps — but aim to help until it feels like a meaningful sacrifice on your part — embrace the initial discomfort of high commitments. The more you help, the more meaningful your contribution will feel — paradoxically, limited support may leave you with regret. Consider what meaningful support looks like to you — then take a stance and claim your role in this battle.

Donate to United24

You can donate money to the Ukrainian government via United24. This initiative supports defence, humanitarian demining, medical aid, rebuilding efforts, and education and science.

Donate to Serhiy Prytula Charitable Foundation

You can donate money to the Prytula foundation. It supports civilians and the army.

Donate to Superhumans

You can donate to the Superhumans Center. This institute provides prosthetics for anyone harmed by russian aggression, both soldiers and civilians.

Donate to DroneAid (Netherlands)

You can donate to the DroneAid Collective. Veterans and civilians build drones to be used by the Ukrainian armed forces.

Donate to Franky & Coen

You can donate to Franky & Coen. They regularly visit the front line, hand out Dutch fries and humanitarian aid, financial aid and more.

Learn about Ukrainian culture and language at SOUL

The School of Ukrainian Language and Culture offers many courses, both on-line and physically in Lviv. Take a course: support the Ukrainian economy, and come (or stay) home with a better appreciation of Ukraine, your own country and who you are.

Learn about Ukraine on Youtube

You can learn a lot about the war, about Ukraine and about ourselves (in the West/Europe) from Timothy Snyder. While watching lectures is no substitute for donations, it adds meaning to your support, hardens your resolve and helps you make the case for Ukraine to those who need to hear it.

Class 1 is an introduction to the course and an exploration of questions raised by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Class 23 brings the effects of the past century of imperialism into sharp focus.