Bridging Borders: A Ukrainian Family's New Chapter in Poland

Episode • Sep 26, 2023 • 54m

Hear the inspiring perspective of Olga Pylypchuk, a Ukrainian refugee and digital nomad currently living in Poland with her mother and younger sister, while her father and teenage brother are still living in Ukraine.

Learn how she’s traveling, working remotely, and coping as a family who’s been directly affected and separated by the war. Plus, Olga and Kristin share the best ways you can support Ukraine from anywhere in the world.

The war in Ukraine is still very real and people need our help every day. Let’s keep spreading the word and do what we can to help Ukraine get through this! Resources are listed below.

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Topics Discussed:

What life in Ukraine was like before the war
The culture, history, and food scene of Lviv, Ukraine
How Olga’s family is adapting to life during the war & Why they separated
Remote/freelance work for Ukrainian refugees
Living and studying abroad in Poland
Learning Polish as a young Ukrainian refugee
How Poland is supporting Ukrainian refugees
How Ukrainians are coping with the war
Where Olga’s been traveling as a digital nomad
The best ways to help Ukraine (from any country)

Questions Answered:

How have you been affected by the war as a Ukrainian citizen?
How do you support yourself with remote work?
What is it like to study abroad and live/work in Poland?
How has your family coped with the war in Ukraine?
Is your social network different after moving to a different country?
Are there strong Ukrainian communities in Poland? How are they doing?
How often are sirens going off in Ukraine in 2023?
How do you envision your future? Would you move back to Ukraine?
Do Ukrainian men have to join the military or can they still work their regular jobs?
and more!

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