• Middle School/Grades 6-8
  • High School/Grades 9-12

MapWorks Learning’s Ukraine Youth Network enables young Ukrainians whose lives have been disrupted by war to connect with one another and with peers in the United States to take positive steps and create exceptional impact. Newfound connections prepare middle and high school-aged youth to design and implement projects that truly benefit war-affected Ukrainians, creating a lasting impact through empathy, understanding, and leadership. Together, participants engage in synchronous and asynchronous learning designed to foster community engagement and personal efficacy.

Activities

Through the 14-week program, American and Ukrainian youth delve into community building. Weekly activities encourage sharing personal stories, exploring perspectives, discovering heroes, and fostering collaborative efforts. This youth-driven initiative builds online communities between American and Ukrainian youth that channel wartime experiences into positivity for Ukrainians. 

Program Details

Number of Participants

200

U.S. States and Territories Reached
    • Hawaii
    • New Mexico
    • New York
    • Virginia
    • Washington
    • D.C.
Countries and Territories Reached
  • Ukraine
  • Ukrainian Refugees in Poland
  • Ukrainian Refugees in Germany
Length of Exchange

14 weeks; at least one hour per week; Spring: January-May, Fall: September-December

Mapworks Learning’s Ukraine Youth Network is funded by the Stevens Initiative, which is housed at the Aspen Institute and supported by the Bezos Family Foundation.