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The Aspen Institute Kyiv held the inaugural meeting of the Communications Group on November 30. Alumni and members of the Community working in the fields of media and communication attended the meeting. Among the possible tasks of the group, mentioned by the participants, are the exchange of experience and collaboration on issues that have a …
The Aspen Institute Kyiv held the final seminar for this year, “Family: Concept, Principles and Policy” as part of the program “Person, Family and Society” on November 30-December 1, 2024. The discussion included not only family policy experts, but also representatives of various industries — business, government, public sector, culture, and media – to ensure …
How can freedom of speech and responsible communication be balanced to enhance trust in Ukraine among international partners collectively? What are the optimal boundaries for responsible reporting during martial law to safeguard national interests while upholding societal openness? These questions brought together participants of the round table “Dialogue Between Authorities, Media, and Civil Society: Striking …
438 hours of dialogues in Ukraine, 495,000 views of event videos in Nairobi, 1.9 million website visits in Italy, and 2,500 event participants in Germany — these are just some of the results achieved by the international network of Aspen Institute partners in 2024. Every autumn, 16 independent Aspen Institutes from around the world gather …
Ukrainska Pravda has published the second UP-100 list, honoring 100 leaders who have contributed to Ukraine’s independence and future. This year’s award theme is “Beyond the Limits of the Possible.” Ukraine and its people resist the most brutal war of the 21st century with extraordinary effort, self-sacrifice, and by turning the impossible into reality. Despite …
From November 20 to 24, 2024, in the Zakarpattia region, the Aspen Institute Kyiv hosted the fifth seminar, “Media and Reality: Dimensions of Responsibility.” The OSCE Support Programme in Ukraine supported the seminar. Journalists, editors, media experts, educators, military personnel, representatives of state bodies, and the civil sector spent four days discussing various aspects and …
Big changes often begin with small local initiatives that gradually gain momentum and influence a broader circle of people. However, to lead others and support the change process, it is crucial to be ready to take responsibility, develop leadership skills, and work on personal resilience. This applies not only to adults but also to teenagers. …
Congratulations to the “Values and Society” — 11th seminar graduates! Over six days, a group of young leaders — representatives of public service, the military, politics, business, culture, media, and the civic sector — engaged in moderated dialogues on fundamental topics to deepen their understanding and reflection on the value-based foundations of everyday and strategic …
The Aspen Institute Kyiv brings together leaders from various fields as a platform for dialogue. The main goal is to ensure that participants can use the experience gained after the seminars to change their communities for the better. This, in turn, contributes to the realization of the Institute’s main goal: building a democratic, open and …
Sometimes a single event can change your outlook, inspire new achievements, and encourage you to implement ideas. Natalia Morozova, managing partner of the advertising and communications group Havas Village, says that the “Business and Society” and “Responsible Leadership” seminars for members of CEO Club Ukraine, were such a moment for her. Natalia mentions that after …