Once the war broke out, the team from UKUATogether collected hundreds of tonnes of aid and got it safely into the heart of Ukraine.
UKUATogether settled the most vulnerable refugees in the UK and ensured they thrived with almost zero cost to society.
UKUAT is now focused on running FLEX (Future Leaders Exchange) Programme, targeting Ukrainian Teenagers aged 16-17.
In 2023, UKUATogether ran a successful Pilot FLEX Programme with Alleyn’s School
In 2024, UKUATogether are doubling its operation and are looking forward to welcoming 26 students (from the Kyiv Region of Ukraine in November 2024) to London on its second FLEX Programme. These students have been put forward by the Ukrainian Regional Government, and handpicked by UKUATogether, based on their leadership skills, involvement in community, English language and their desire to success in their future chosen fields.
2024 FLEX Programme Participants convened in Kyiv for a day of enjoyable activities to foster group cohesion.
Alleyn’s School and NHEHS. For two weeks, families within the communities of these two schools will host the students in their homes, while Alleyn’s and NHEHS will open the doors to their curriculum, facilities and resources.
CFC has been incredible in both financially sponsoring the FLEX Programme Participants to come to the UK as well as hosting them for a day dedicated to experiential learning, education of the sector and meaningful dialogue.
Wizz Air has been instrumental in flying the 26 FLEX Participants, as well as their Chaperones to the UK. Wizz Air have also created an opportunity for the Participants to come into their offices and meet the airlines Ukrainian colleagues and gain insight into the aviation industry and look into career prospects in the industry.
Google
UCL
Lords Cricket Ground
Tower of London
(and other wonderful businesses who are all welcoming the FLEX Participants and providing them with education, experiences, connections and joy.)
WE ARE UKUATOGETHER (UKUAT), A CHARITY DEDICATED TO FOSTERING SECURE, ECONOMIC, AND GROWTH-ORIENTED CONNECTIONS BETWEEN THE UK AND UKRAINE.
At the point of the invasion of the Ukraine by Russia our charity immediately mobilised and sent convoys of aid trucks to as far east in the Ukraine as we dared. Then as the war became established UKUAT facilitated the safe relocation of numerous Ukrainian refugee families to the UK, guiding them towards successful integration and prosperity in their new lives.
THE GOAL OF FLEX PROGRAMME IS: TO STRENGTHEN THE BOND BETWEEN UKRAINE AND THE UK BY ARRANGING HOSTED VISITS (OF TWO WEEKS) FOR UKRAINIAN TEENAGERS TO THE UK, CONCENTRATING ON RESPITE, BUILDING CONNECTIONS AND EDUCATION.
UKUAT supports Ukrainian teenage students who have experienced the atrocities of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. Teenagers who want to be part of building Ukraine into a democratic, modern country of the future. Teenagers who want to excel in their future fields (be it in Government, Art, Music and much more) and maintain strong connections with Britain.
Through these efforts, UKUAT can contribute to Ukraine’s progress and nurture its young citizens – its future leaders – by exposing them to life in a Western Democracy and its functioning. UKUAT have the backing of both the Ukrainian and British Government for the FLEX Programme. The Pilot FLEX Programme in 2023 was deemed a big success by all stakeholders involved. UKUAT its now scaling up and will be delivering FLEX across the UK with a number of Educational, Corporate and Community Partners.
To bring the Teenagers safely to the UK and back to Ukraine
To provide the Ukrainian Teenagers with a good balance of respite, fun and educational activities
To offer Ukrainian Teenagers general living expenses (such as meals) during their time in the UK
Thank you to all of the companies who have given their support and time
