On October 2, the international forum “Ukrainian Women Who Unite the World” took place at the European Parliament in Brussels, bringing together representatives of Ukrainian communities, business, diplomacy and the civil society sector from different countries around the world.
The forum became a platform for open dialogue on the role of Ukrainian women in the international environment, women’s leadership, business development, civic engagement and opportunities to strengthen international cooperation.
The Voice of Ukrainian Women Around the World
The first session of the forum, “The Voice of Ukrainian Women Around the World: Diplomacy, Civic Leadership and Joint Solutions,” was moderated by Hanna Krysiuk, President of Business Woman Club and Head of the NGO “Svitove Ukrayinstvo” (World Ukrainianism).
The session featured representatives of Ukrainian communities and women’s organizations from different countries. In particular, Oksana Shoorlemmer, Head of Nord Haus.UA and Director of the Business Woman representative office in Germany, and Nadia Yashan, President of Business Woman PRO Canada and Director of the Business Woman representative office in Canada, shared their experience.
Representatives of the Ukrainian community from Armenia and Estonia, as well as representatives of the European Parliament, also joined the discussion.
The participants discussed the situation of Ukrainian women in different countries, the activities of Ukrainian communities, current challenges, and the need for joint solutions and international cooperation.
Ukrainian Women in Business and Social Responsibility
The second session, “Ukrainian Women in Business: Leadership and Social Responsibility in Times of Challenges,” was moderated by Maria Chorna, Founder and Head of the international consulting company MGE LLC.
The session featured Anna Bukata, owner of Wood Level; Liudmyla Shanska, owner of the Zarmilkas brand; and Anastasiia Zabolotna, owner of the Mindora mental health center, who shared their practical experience and professional insights.
The discussion focused in particular on business development during wartime, the social responsibility of entrepreneurs, support for people and communities, as well as opportunities for international partnerships.
Overall, the forum brought together representatives of Ukrainian communities from more than 20 countries, creating an opportunity for professional dialogue, experience sharing and establishing new international contacts.
The forum was held with the support of Mindora, Wood Level, Zarmilkas, Promote Ukraine, OpenDoors, NGO “Svitove Ukrayinstvo,” Business Woman Club and Business Woman, which contributed to international dialogue and cooperation among Ukrainian women.
Following the forum, the program continued with B2B meetings and the IV Closed Meeting of World Ukrainians, “Export, Import and Doing Business by Ukrainians Abroad: New Opportunities and Prospects,” dedicated to practical experience, international partnerships and opportunities for Ukrainian businesses in global markets.