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The Aspen Institute Kyiv exists and thrives thanks to the financial support of individuals who share our values and mission. This culture of support emerged during the early years of leadership seminars in Ukraine. Some Institute alumni say that the transformative experience they gain during our events inspires them to contribute to scaling the Aspen …
At the final meeting of the Supervisory Board of the Aspen Institute Kyiv for 2024, the members, led by Chairperson Natalie Jaresko, discussed the results of program activities and plans for the year ahead. This year has been quite eventful, and everyone in the Institute’s team has been working hard. Executive Director Yuliya Tychkivska briefed …
During the Aspen Reunion, an annual alumni meeting, the Aspen Institute Kyiv team honors the most active of them. In 2024, Natalia Morozova, CEO of Havas Village Ukraine, participated in the “Business and Society” seminar held for members of the CEO Club Ukraine and the “Responsible Leadership”— 25 seminar and received the award for the …
Working with young leaders who want to change the future is inspiring for the Aspen Institute Kyiv team. On December 20-21, the Institute, in partnership with the Iron Squad project of Ukrainian Railways, held the first seminar, “Leadership in the Modern World,” as part of the Aspen Teens program. The participants were graduates of the …
The Aspen Institute Kyiv annually honors community members who have demonstrated value-based leadership. This year, Oleksandra Koltsova, singer and frontwoman of the band Kryhitka and alumna of the seminar “Responsible Leadership”—16, received the award for developing a culture of dialogue. During the full-scale invasion, Oleksandra, among other activities, promotes Ukrainian culture on social media and …
The social contract is the basis for harmonious interaction between civil society, business, and the state. Its relevance in the challenges facing Ukraine is becoming even more crucial. Since the spring of 2022, The Aspen Institute Kyiv has supported a dialogue of leaders dedicated to the social contract for Ukraine. Understanding the vision of the …
During the annual alumni meeting — Aspen Reunion, the Aspen Institute Kyiv awards members of the Community who have demonstrated value-based leadership over the past year. Nowadays, in times of severe turbulence and uncertainty, the role of leaders in our society has increased greatly. Alumni of the Institute are looking for new opportunities to strengthen …
“Reality in Focus”: Central Theme of Aspen Reunion 2024. We live in an era when the world around us is becoming increasingly layered and complex. The informational space is filled with stereotypes, clichés, and noise that often obscure the true essence of events. While there may be a temporary desire to avoid complexities, it is …
Sometimes, large-scale ideas begin with small but inspired steps. This was the case with the emergence of the Aspen idea in Armenia. Vahe Melikyan, the “Values and Society” seminar alumni, initiated the first Socrates Seminar in Armenia with the support of the Aspen Institute Kyiv. His passion for the Aspen idea evolved into an aspiration …
The Aspen Institute Kyiv is looking for a Partnership and Fundraising Manager! The Partnership and Fundraising Manager will establish and maintain strong relationships with key Ukrainian businesses, foundations, and organizations that align with our institute’s mission. Duties include developing and managing fundraising campaigns, preparing grant applications, organizing fundraising events, and attracting new donors. Key responsibilities: …