Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine

Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine is a youth-led, nonprofit media platform dedicated to amplifying Ukrainian voices and fostering understanding of Ukraine’s culture, history, and ongoing struggle for freedom. Our mission is to inform and inspire through storytelling, journalism, and art — connecting global audiences with the truth about Ukraine while promoting empathy, resilience, and unity across communities. We strive to unite all peoples of Eastern European and Slavic heritage in solidarity with Ukraine, recognizing that freedom, culture, and dignity are shared values that transcend borders.

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Newspaper

Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine operates as an independent, bilingual newspaper and storytelling hub where contributors share investigative journalism, op-eds, cultural commentary, and creative work. We publish in both English and Ukrainian to ensure authenticity and accessibility. Our newsroom is committed to accurate, ethical reporting that uplifts Ukrainian perspectives often overlooked in mainstream media. Through our coverage, we aim to connect readers worldwide to Ukraine’s ongoing story — one of resistance, renewal, and hope — while uniting voices from across Eastern Europe in shared support for freedom, truth, and solidarity with the Ukrainian people.

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Advocacy

At Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine, advocacy means action through education, cultural engagement, and unity. We work to raise awareness about the impact of Russia’s war on Ukraine, combat disinformation, and highlight stories of courage, survival, and national identity. Through cultural festivals, community events, and educational initiatives, we celebrate Ukrainian heritage and uplift the diverse voices of Eastern Europe that stand together for peace, justice, and independence. Our advocacy bridges cultures and generations while standing firmly with Ukraine and all who defend freedom.

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Get Involved With Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine

Share your voice, your skills, or your curiosity. Whether you’re contributing creative work, joining our volunteer efforts, learning Ukrainian, or supporting advocacy initiatives, we’d love to learn more about you. Choose any form below to get started.

Get Involved With Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine

Slavic Voice Intake Form

Whether you’re a contributor, volunteer, or just want to stay connected, we’d love to learn more about you!

Slavic Voice Writer Submission Form

You can submit articles, poetry, interviews, opinion pieces, cultural reflections, or personal essays.

Ukrainian Classes

Learn Ukrainian with Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine

Ukraine Letters of Support

Join Slavic Voice in supporting Ukraine as part of the Ukraine Action Summit organized by the American Coalition for Ukraine.

Leah Mordehai

NSHSS Student Member, NSHSS Scholarship Winner and NSHSS BE MORE Grant Finalist

Leah Mordehai is a Ukrainian American writer, youth journalist, and advocate for cultural justice. A high school student based in San Francisco, Leah co-founded Slavic Voice for Ukraine to create a home for Slavic stories often overlooked in Western media—and to build bridges between diaspora communities through language, memory, and truth-telling.

Nellie Fouksman

Nellie Fouksman is a Ukrainian American youth organizer, writer, and advocate for cross-cultural connection. A high school student based in San Francisco, Nellie co-founded Slavic Voice for Ukraine with a vision of creating a space where Slavic youth around the world could speak freely and be heard widely.

Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine Educational Initiative in USA & Europe

Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine offers schools a youth-led, adaptable educational program designed to teach students about Ukraine’s history, culture, and contemporary challenges. Through interactive lessons, multimedia resources, and discussion-based activities, students gain a deeper understanding of Ukrainian heritage, resilience, and global significance. After participating, students are invited to submit writing, artwork, or journalism to our bilingual youth publication, helping to amplify Ukrainian voices and foster civic engagement.

If you are a school or educator in Ukraine interested in bringing this program to your students and connecting American youth with their peers in Ukraine, we would love to collaborate with you. Please reach out to us at voiceslavic@gmail.com for more information, lesson materials, or to discuss partnership opportunities.

Education Campaign with Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine

Holodomor Lesson – A brief historical overview of the 1932–33 genocide and its lasting impact on Ukrainian identity.

Ukraine’s Education System – A comparison of Ukrainian and U.S. schooling, highlighting curriculum, student life, and wartime challenges.

Russia’s Violent Methods of War - A factual, age-appropriate lesson on documented wartime tactics and human rights violations, presented through a trauma-informed lens.

Chernobyl - A dedicated lesson that examines the 1986 nuclear disaster as both a human and environmental tragedy, illuminating how its legacy continues to shape Ukraine’s national memory, public health policies, and cultural resilience.

Ukrainian Language Class – Introductory lessons in vocabulary, communication, and cultural context.

Documentary Screening – Curated films about the war in Ukraine, with guided discussion and reflection.

Ukrainian Cultural Class – Exploration of Ukrainian music, cultural traditions, and artistic expression.

Four Years Into a War, the World Learned to Ignore

International Youth Essay & Poetry Contest 2026

Hosted by Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine

Contest Overview

To mark the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine invites young writers from around the world to submit original essays or poetry reflecting on the ongoing war, its human impact, and the ways it continues to shape lives, identities, and communities.

This international contest seeks writing that documents, reflects, and preserves perspectives that risk being forgotten as global attention fades. Submissions may be personal, analytical, journalistic, or poetic in form.

Eligibility

Open to youth writers worldwide
Middle school, high school, and college-aged participants are eligible
Writers from any country may apply
Submissions accepted only in English
Two submissions per participant

Contest Details

February 24 marks four years since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. While the war continues, global attention has shifted. This contest invites writers to explore what it means to live through, witness, or study a war that is ongoing yet increasingly overlooked.

Participants are encouraged to submit work that:

Documents lived or observed experiences of the war
Examines cultural, social, political, or generational impacts
Reflects on memory, displacement, resistance, or silence
Presents underrepresented perspectives or narratives
Considers the meaning of four years of continuous conflict

Both personal and analytical approaches are welcome.

Notification of Winners

Winners will be notified via email and announced publicly in March 2026.

How to Submit

[Submission link here]

Questions

For questions, contact:
📧 voiceslavic@gmail.com

1. Essay

Essays may be personal, reflective, analytical, or journalistic in nature.

Length: 800–1,200 words
Original, unpublished work only
Essays may include research or reporting, but should center a clear perspective or argument.

2. Poetry

Poetry may be submitted as a single long poem or a small collection.

Maximum: 3 pages total
Any poetic form accepted
Original, unpublished work only

All submissions must include:

Title of the piece
Author’s name
Age and country of residence
2–3 sentence author bio
File format: Google Doc or PDF

Deadline

February 24, 2026 – 11:59 PM PST
(Submissions close on the fourth anniversary of the full-scale invasion)

Late submissions will not be accepted.

Submissions will be evaluated by an independent panel based on:

Originality and perspective
Depth of insight or reflection
Quality of writing and structure
Relevance to the contest theme
Clarity, voice, and impact

Prizes:

First Place: $200
Second Place: $150
Third Place: $100
Two Honorable Mentions: Exclusive Merch + gift card ( $25)

All winners will receive:

Cash prizes
Publication on SV4U platforms
Digital certificates
Feature promotion on social media

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