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139. Stand with Ukraine: Ukraine Unite: Empowering Ukrainian Advocacy and Support with Olena Gryniava - Defending Ukrainian Identity & Confronting Russian Propaganda.
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Stand with Ukraine Series: Ukrainian Advocacy and Support with Olena Gryniava: Activist, Entrepreneur, Academic, and the Deputy Director of USA Danube International Company: Promoting Ukrainian Identity and Combating Russian Propaganda
Summary of Episode: In this episode of the Social Psychic Radio Show, Host Jason Zuk welcomes Guest Co-Host Dr. Sergei Borysov and Ukrainian Activist Olena Gryniava to the podcast. Olena shares her journey from Ukraine to the U.S. and her ongoing efforts to support Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia. The discussion highlights the challenges of countering Russian propaganda, promoting Ukrainian culture, and aiding Ukrainian refugees in the U.S. Elena's nonprofit organization, USA Danube International, provides essential services and organizes fundraisers to support both the military and civilians in Ukraine. The show concludes by encouraging listeners to contribute and support these humanitarian efforts.
Olena’s Biography:
Born and raised in Ukraine, Olena holds her first master's degree in History and Archaeology from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. She later pursued a second master's in Business Administration and she has a rich professional background in marketing and event planning. Olena moved from Kyiv to the USA nine years ago when the war started with Russia, and she has been actively supporting Ukraine since that time. Living in Sarasota, Florida, she organizes rallies and fundraisers as a Ukrainian Community Activist in the area to aid Ukraine and assist Ukrainian refugees in the USA with translation services, obtaining their documentation, and providing cultural events. Our Guest is also the Deputy Director of the Nonprofit Organization helping refugees known as USA Danube International Company. Alongside her humanitarian work, Olena owns an upscale hair salon and day spa in downtown Sarasota, providing job opportunities for local Ukrainians. Her commitment to making a difference through her skills and experiences is evident in her work and activism.
Timeline to Show:
00:00 Welcome to the Social Psychic Radio Show
01:11 Introduction of Special Guests
01:35 Elena's Background and Activism
02:44 Challenges and Misinformation
06:16 Historical Context and Education
14:31 Support for Ukrainian Refugees
19:48 How to Get Involved
22:22 Closing Remarks
Contact Olena directly via email:
Help Support Ukraine by visiting The Danube International Company's Website:
https://www.danubeinternationalcompany.org/
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
337 episodes
Manage episode 426333921 series 2968473
Stand with Ukraine Series: Ukrainian Advocacy and Support with Olena Gryniava: Activist, Entrepreneur, Academic, and the Deputy Director of USA Danube International Company: Promoting Ukrainian Identity and Combating Russian Propaganda
Summary of Episode: In this episode of the Social Psychic Radio Show, Host Jason Zuk welcomes Guest Co-Host Dr. Sergei Borysov and Ukrainian Activist Olena Gryniava to the podcast. Olena shares her journey from Ukraine to the U.S. and her ongoing efforts to support Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia. The discussion highlights the challenges of countering Russian propaganda, promoting Ukrainian culture, and aiding Ukrainian refugees in the U.S. Elena's nonprofit organization, USA Danube International, provides essential services and organizes fundraisers to support both the military and civilians in Ukraine. The show concludes by encouraging listeners to contribute and support these humanitarian efforts.
Olena’s Biography:
Born and raised in Ukraine, Olena holds her first master's degree in History and Archaeology from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. She later pursued a second master's in Business Administration and she has a rich professional background in marketing and event planning. Olena moved from Kyiv to the USA nine years ago when the war started with Russia, and she has been actively supporting Ukraine since that time. Living in Sarasota, Florida, she organizes rallies and fundraisers as a Ukrainian Community Activist in the area to aid Ukraine and assist Ukrainian refugees in the USA with translation services, obtaining their documentation, and providing cultural events. Our Guest is also the Deputy Director of the Nonprofit Organization helping refugees known as USA Danube International Company. Alongside her humanitarian work, Olena owns an upscale hair salon and day spa in downtown Sarasota, providing job opportunities for local Ukrainians. Her commitment to making a difference through her skills and experiences is evident in her work and activism.
Timeline to Show:
00:00 Welcome to the Social Psychic Radio Show
01:11 Introduction of Special Guests
01:35 Elena's Background and Activism
02:44 Challenges and Misinformation
06:16 Historical Context and Education
14:31 Support for Ukrainian Refugees
19:48 How to Get Involved
22:22 Closing Remarks
Contact Olena directly via email:
Help Support Ukraine by visiting The Danube International Company's Website:
https://www.danubeinternationalcompany.org/
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
337 episodes
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