About Us

At Vitsche, our dedicated team is committed to the continuous success of our projects. Additionally, we are proud to collaborate with over 100 community members who actively participate in various projects we initiate and execute.

For inquiries or to connect with our leadership and members, please contact info@vitsche.org and for press and media inquiries, please contact press@vitsche.org

Iryna Shulikina

Executive Director, Chairwoman

Eva Yakubovska

Chief Project Manager, Board Member

Pavlo Melnyk

Project & Fundraising coordinator, Board member

Krista-Marija Läbe

Spokeswoman, Press coordinator

Olga Slozko

Operations & Grant Manager

Kateryna Demerza

Head of Communications

Kateryna Tarabukina

Cultural project manager, curator

Kateryna Derdiuk

Cultural project manager

Viktoria Feshak

Interdisciplinary analyst & strategist

Serafyma Brig

Cultural project manager, curator

Vladyslava Vorobiova

Activism & Volunteer manager

Mariia Borysenko

Social & Policies Analyst

Sofia Pryduvalova

Communications Strategist

Daria Stanchuk

Media Administrator

Kateryna Reka

Digital/Video content producer

Daria Kolesnykova

SMM/Content manager

Anastasiia Hryhorova

Designer

Elizabeth Lancaster

Copywriter

Maryna Molochko

Newsletter manager

Elizaveta Mamon

Grant Manager assistant

Founded in January 2022 in Berlin, Vitsche emerged driven by the imminent threat of russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Our vision: a Ukraine free, secure, and thriving as a valued EU member. We confront russian disinformation, amplifying Ukrainian voices. Embracing the importance of Ukrainian subjectivity, we advance a decolonial perspective on Ukraine’s history, forging a path to a more just future.

Addressing urgent needs of Ukraine is a core commitment, campaigning for support to alleviate the hardships of the russian war. In Germany, we strengthen the Ukrainian community. With cultural and educational events, we foster unity and understanding, bridging diverse backgrounds.

A safe, democratic Ukraine ensures Europe’s stability and security. Join us, to empower Ukraine and safeguard truth.

1. counter russian disinofrmation efforts

We uncover and combat russian disinformation, fostering a globally well-informed and propaganda-resilient community. Through media, discussions, and awareness campaigns, we challenge manipulative russian narratives, enhancing and shaping public security.

2. Decolonial Initiatives

Vitsche fights colonial mentalities and increases Ukrainian subjectivity in the world’s culture, politics, collective memory, and historical events. We tackle the legacy and the enduring impacts of russian imperialism and shed light on Germany’s historical accountability toward Ukraine.

3. Cultural Diplomacy

With our cultural and civil society initiatives, we not only showcase the diversity of Ukrainian arts, traditions, and values but also develop meaningful connections and international support.

4. Addressing current needs of Ukraine

Vitsche promptly responds to the urgent Ukrainian needs. We enable and organize direct humanitarian aid to Ukraine through fundraisers with our partners and engage in projects that align with the immediate needs of the given time.

5. Strengthening the Ukrainian community in Europe

We build and empower the Ukrainian community abroad. We create safe spaces and events for Ukrainians.