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The article is devoted to the study of the peculiarities of the legal regulation of multiple citizenship under the modern legislation of Ukraine. Within the framework of the article, the author tries to analyze the current state of enshrining the right to citizenship in the legislation of Ukraine and the degree of the regulation of multiple citizenship. The possibility of introducing the multiple citizenship in Ukraine has been clarified and its necessity has been established. The announced changes to the legislation on citizenship were analyzed. The author put an emphasis on the relevance of issues of multiple citizenship, caused by the emigration of Ukrainians, by the large Ukrainian diaspora in the foreign countries as well as by the numerous representatives of national minorities who live in our country. In the context of the article, the importance of solving multiple citizenship issues at the legislative level and developing a clear state policy in this area are emphasized. Since enshrining in the legislation the so-called principle of «nonrecognition of multiple citizenship» means only the non-recogni tion of its legal consequences. An intermediate conclusion about the significant gaps in the legislation of Ukraine about multiple citizenship based on the results of the analysis of normative-legal base was made. The author is convinced that the multiple citizenship in Ukraine come of conscious activity of the legislator and the need to solve the issues of multiple citizenship in Ukraine is extremely high. The theoretical and legal foundations of understanding the actual concept of citizenship and the concept of the right to citizenship by the legislation of Ukraine were analyzed. The multiple citizenship as a special legal position of a person who at one time is in the citizenship of two or more states was established. The author put an emphasis on the fact of absence of the concept of bipatrism in the law of Ukraine "On citizenship" and on the absence of the principle of inadmissibility of cases of multiple citizenship among the principles of state policy in the field of citizenship. It was concluded that the draft laws introduced by the President of Ukraine are directed towards changing the ordinary, not the constitutional, legislation on citizenship. That is why the opinion regarding the expediency of changing the legislation on citizenship in order to solve the problems of the outdated migration policy and satisfy the interests of a lar ge part of Ukrainians was expressed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the context of geopolitical tensions and the war in Ukraine, security issues are of paramount importance. However, it is clear that security is not limited to military and technical aspects. The country's socio-economic development is also an important component of security. The article examines the socio-economic aspects of security agreements signed by Ukraine with other partner countries. The key challenges and opportunities related to the implementation of socio-economic provisions of security agreements are identified. The key factors influencing the implementation of socioeconomic provisions of security agreements are identified. The effectiveness of existing mechanisms of cooperation between Ukraine and other partner countries in the socio-economic sphere is assessed. In particular, it was noted that the bilateral security cooperation agreements that Ukraine is currently signing include commitments from partner countries to support us both on the battlefield and in economic terms. At the same time, these agreements also set out Ukraine's commitments to preserve and develop democratic institutions, including reforming the administrative and judicial systems, fighting corruption, ratifying the Rome Statute, and introducing specific legislative changes that support the pursuit of democracy, respect for human rights and media freedom. It is stated that the concluded bilateral agreements are only the first step towards Ukraine's real security. Their signatories recognize the importance of Ukraine's security for the whole of Europe and deterring Russia by making long-term commitments. The war has demonstrated that both Ukraine and its partners need to develop new and strengthen existing capabilities to counter the Russian threat. The agreements pave the way for long-term security cooperation and economic partnership. Their competent implementation can bring Ukraine much closer to winning the war and becoming a member of NATO and the EU. This article is one of the first studies of the socio-economic aspects of Ukraine's security agreements with other countries. The study assesses the impact of these agreements on economic development, social protection and welfare of the Ukrainian population. Based on the results of the study, the author provides recommendations for improving Ukraine's socio-economic cooperation with other countries in the framework of implementation of the provisions of security a greements. The results obtained can be used to develop state policy in the field of security, economy and social policy. The recommendations for improving Ukraine's socio-economic cooperation with other countries can be used to improve its effectiveness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

State registration of civil status acts is one of the forms of public services in the field of administrative law. The public service orientation of executive authorities and local self-government bodies is a priority in the decentralization processes which are taking place in Ukraine today. The focus of the local government reform is on people, and one of the important factors of their comfort is the provision of quality administrative services. Every day, children are born in Ukraine, some get married, some get divorced, and some die. Despite all the difficulties that exist today, the service of state registration of civil status acts is the most popular among Ukrainian citizens. The armed aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine has made many adjustments to our everyday life and the life of the country as a whole. Despite all the challenges, the legislator is trying to facilitate bureaucratic procedures, including in the field of civil registration. The latest technologies are being actively introduced, and amendments and additions are being made to the legislation in the field of state civil registration. Despite the significant progress in civil registration legislation, some difficulties arise in practice, especially in situations of state registration of marriage or divorce when one of the spouses is a military officer, or if one of the spouses is abroad, or in the area of active hostilities, or in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Regarding the temporarily occupied territories, unfortunately, during the 10 years of armed conflict, Ukraine has not been able to simplify the procedure for legitimizing civil status acts issued in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Therefore, Ukrainian citizens must go to court to recognize facts that have legal significance. Therefore, it is necessary for the legislator to resolve the problematic issues related to state registration of civil status acts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article analyzes the life and work of L. Rebet, his general theoretical views on the formation and development of the nation. Considerable attention is paid to the characterization of L. Rebet’s fundamental scientific works on the theory and history of the Ukrainian nation, in particular: “The Formation of the Ukrainian Nation”; “Theory of the Nation”; “The Origin of Ukrainians, Russians, Belarusians in the Light of Modern Soviet Theories”; “The Light and Shadows of the OUN”, etc. It is shown that in his scientific concept of the formation and development of the nation, Lev Rebet examined in detail the causes of the decline, economic and cultural isolation of the Ukrainian community during the Golden Horde, analyzed the causes of the territorial fragmentation of the Ukrainian principalities and determined the importance of the Galicia-Volhynia State for the continuation of the state life of the Ukrainian people. Using historical examples, L. Rebet identified the negative impacts on the Ukrainian population under the Lithuanian and Polish occupation of Ukrainian lands. L. Rebet rightly noted that during the revival of the Ukrainian people, religion and the Orthodox faith played an important role, opposing Catholicism and polonization and becoming the bearers of Ukrainian tradition and the formation of national consciousness. It was the Ukrainian bourgeoisie, part of the petty gentry, and artisans who proved to be the bearers of culture and state traditions. However, it was only the independent Ukrainian military Cossack stratum that became the military and organizational force that quickly acquired the features of a national state, and in the era of Bohdan Khmelnytsky’s hetmanship, thanks to the military and political success of the Cossacks, one of the most powerful Ukrainian states of that time emerged, which played a significant nation-building role and for several years “crystallized the Ukrainian community, approaching a higher type - the nation”, in which the Cossacks were the main political force. The article reveals that L. Rebet in his works considered nationalism as an ideology that should be based on feelings of national dignity, self-respect and national consciousness. L. Rebet convincingly argued in his writings that the Ukrainian people have the right to political self-determination and the creation of their own state. L. Rebet believed that in order to build one’s own state, first of all, it is necessary to raise the national consciousness and culture of the people. According to L. Rebbetzin, this requires the Ukrainian people to return to their national roots, to their own history and culture, in order to preserve and establish their national identity. In his scientific concept, Lev Rebet emphasized the importance of preserving Ukrainian culture and language, and of preserving the national identity of Ukrainians. Nationalism should be democratic and social. He sought to create a national liberation organization that would unite different segments of the population and work for the benefit of the entire Ukrainian people. L. Rebet favored the creation of national statehood, but believed that the source of power in the state should be the people, not the political elite. Rebet’s views on the importance of moral virtues and cultural values, such as freedom, justice, honesty, diligence, creativity, traditions, religion, and language, are particularly relevant. Rebet believed that these values are important for Ukrainian and other nations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Limited research exists regarding the impact of the Ukrainian War on mental distress among refugees or the presentation of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a co-morbidity. This study analyzes the mental distress experienced by displaced Ukrainian refugees, including exposure to war-related trauma, PTSD, psychological distress based on socio-demographic factors, prevalence of concurrent mental illnesses, and associated risk factors. Ukrainian refugees in Israel were included in the study shortly after their arrival. Participants completed questionnaires on socio-demographic information, exposure to war-related events, presence of PTSD, depression, anxiety, and current life satisfaction. The 128 participants reported an average of 6.4 traumatic events (SD = 2.97). Among them, 69.5% (n = 89) met the criteria for probable PTSD, 36.7% (N = 47) for depression, and 53.1% (N = 68) for anxiety. The "comorbidity" cohort, consisting of refugees with PTSD and depression/anxiety or both, included 65 participants (53.3%), the "only PTSD" group was 24 participants (19.7%), and 33 (27%) had "no probability". Women and those who had left family members behind were 2.9 and 3.2 times more likely to experience comorbidity, respectively. Refugees with comorbidity reported higher distress and functional impairments compared to the "only PTSD" group, and lower life satisfaction than those with "no probability". This study highlights the significant traumatology experienced by Ukrainian refugees, with attention to the unique impact of comorbidity on functional and subjective well-being among refugees. Therefore, a comprehensive approach is necessary to appropriately diagnose and support refugees, considering the interconnected impact of PTSD, anxiety, and depression. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

It is vital to protect young people's mental and physical health from the negative impacts of war. In this study, we aimed to identify personal resources that might support resistance to war stress in a sample of Ukrainian students. We recruited 498 students (407 female, aged 17–28 years) of a university in the regional center of the central part of Ukraine to complete a cross-sectional online survey. Negative consequences of war stress were operationalized as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and current physical complaints. Resilience, self-efficacy, and the Big Five personality traits (extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, emotional stability, and openness to experience) were assessed as markers of personal resources. Our analysis showed that emotional stability and resilience were the resources most strongly associated with lower PTSD symptoms and fewer physical complaints, while agreeableness and conscientiousness also played a role. Findings expand current understanding of how personal resources can be protective against war stress in the context of an ongoing conflict and suggest directions for interventions to promote Ukrainian students' resistance to war stress. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Russia's aggression against Ukraine is undoubtedly a tragic event that will bring various, often difficult to predict, consequences at many levels of functioning. Certainly, the mental health of war victims faces many challenges. The mental health crisis that occurs during war is a public health problem.28 One of the main disorders that appear in people directly or indirectly related to war is PTSD. It arises as a result of experiencing extremely dangerous, terrifying events that go beyond one's ability to cope and is manifested by symptoms such as: obsessive, persistent re-experiencing of traumatic events, avoidance of factors causing a "return" to traumatic memories, excessive arousal and a sense of constant threats.8,10 Many factors influence the occurrence of PTSD. It is extremely important to look at the reasons that make it difficult to obtain support. mental health and improving the support system. Ukrainian children and youth deserve special attention here. A developing young society must face particularly great challenges, and it is their mental well-being that guarantees better development of the entire nation. Every effort must be made to ensure that citizens of a country at war receive adequate support. We have many methods of help, from basic emergency support, through a wide range of psychotherapy, to medications in the most severe cases. Additionally, the knowledge of the existence of a phenomenon such as post-traumatic growth may give hope and motivation to act to people in mental crisis struggling with symptoms of PTSD. However, the war continues and there will be more and more victims struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health disorders. We cannot determine at this point how much damage this conflict will cause. However, it is worth acting now to prevent and limit the tragic consequences of the situation in which Ukraine finds itself. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

After Russia's war against Ukraine destroyed people's ability to move and communicate freely in Ukraine, many Ukrainians turned to social media and messenger apps, especially Telegram, to produce and share information. The vast amount of this digital data is privatized, ephemeral, and difficult to utilize for research, raising urgent questions about its sustainable accessibility and usability. In this article, we explore a specific aspect of digital archive sustainability – the use of digital archives to preserve platform data related to Russia's war against Ukraine – by focusing on data integrity, usability, and ethics. Our research is based on a case study of an interdisciplinary Data Sprint, "Russia's War in Ukraine," organized in collaboration with a Telegram Archive, in which academics and practitioners investigated qualitative approaches to studying a war on Telegram. In the article, we explore the possibilities and drawbacks of sustainable use of the Telegram Archive for qualitative approaches – semantic, visual, spatial, and link analysis – to working with large amounts of data. We argue that the sustainability of digital archives depends not only on their use, based on consistently stored and accessible data, but also the ethical aspects of their use for diverse research needs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A sound understanding of immigrants' settlement intentions and the factors that influence them is crucial for developing successful integration policies and predicting the economic performance of the host country. It can also help us better comprehend migration patterns and individual decisions. Drawing upon a structural approach, we examined selected phenomena such as a skills mismatch and perceived discrimination and explored how they influence migrants' choices between staying and integrating into Poland or returning to their home countries. Additionally, we considered the mediating role of the concept of social (dis)integration in shaping these behaviours. Through empirical analysis conducted on two groups of Ukrainians—economic migrants and war refugees—using data collected in the Greater Poland region, our findings revealed a stronger negative impact of perceived discrimination on settlement intentions for the sample of Ukrainian citizens who arrived before the war, compared with the sample of war refugees. This relationship is fully mediated by disintegration. However, we did not confirm the mediating role of disintegration in the relationship between intentions to settle in Poland and migrants' skills mismatch. Furthermore, we identified some differences in the loadings of factors between these two groups, particularly in relation to settlement intentions and discrimination. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study examines the return intentions of Ukrainian refugee women who fled to various European countries following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022. By analysing data from the cross‐national OneUA survey, which included over 18,000 respondents in eight European countries, this research investigates the interplay of contextual, compositional, and cross‐level interaction effects on their intentions to return to Ukraine. Our findings reveal notable country differences in return intentions, with Ukrainian women in the Netherlands and Germany displaying the lowest intentions to return, while those in Moldova and Romania showing the highest. Individual‐level effects, encompassing factors such as level of education, language skills, partnership status, and region of origin play a significant role in shaping return intentions, yet do not explain the observed country variations. Furthermore, we find that individual‐level effects are remarkably consistent across different European countries, suggesting that country‐ and individual‐level conditions independently shape return intentions. Overall, this study enhances our understanding of the complexities underlying refugees' return intentions, shedding light on both the broad influences of country context and the significance of individual characteristics. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Recent geopolitical circumstances in the area of the eastern Ukrainian-Russian border have resulted in intense forced migrations of the Ukrainian population into and out of the territory of Ukraine. According to estimates by the United Nations and the International Organization for Migration, about 13.5 million people participated in the wave of refugees and exiles, i.e., 30% of the total population of Ukraine (May 2023). Migration movements (external and internal) caused by the war showed a distinct spatial (regional) differentiation of certain forms of forced migration with regard to the main corridors, dynamics and scale of population displacement. The largest share of war migration in Ukraine refers to refugees and asylum seekers in the European area (8.2 million), and a smaller part to the internally displaced population who replaced their pre-war residence with that in the free territories of Ukraine (5.3 million) (UNCHR, 2023). Standard analytical demographic approach was based on a list of 14 threatened areas (territories) and selected indicators of the overall and natural population movement. Selected indicators and data pointed to the negative pre-war demographic trends of the threatened areas, above all to the level of natural and total depopulation and specific regional demographic relations that are a consequence of the unevenly successful transition-reform period after independence. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Russia's invasion of Ukraine begun on February 24, 2022. By December 2022, approximately 8 million Ukrainians left their homes seeking safety in other countries. One million Ukrainian refugees (mostly mothers and children) settled in Poland and 200,000 Ukrainian refugee children attended Polish schools in July 2023. Based on the interviews conducted with Polish speaking teachers and Ukrainian mothers in Poland, this research examines educational experiences of Ukrainian school‐age children who fled the war and enrolled in Polish schools. This study draws on the recent literature on refugee education and related fields, adapts Horst and Grabska's theory of “radical uncertainty”, and expands on the social demographic lens on refugee migration by including educational experiences of refugee youth. Findings suggest that changes to family and school routines caused by the war hindered academic performance and social–emotional well‐being of some Ukrainian school‐age refugees regardless of mothers' advantageous socio‐economic backgrounds. Although some Ukrainian students experienced educational inequalities because of their refugee status, the uncertainty caused by the war was the driving force behind the changes in students' educational lives. We also find that schools are crucial in creating a sense of familiarity and restoring a sense of stability among refugee students. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

AbstractThe 2022 Ukrainian refugee influx is unique due to its speed and gender composition. In less than three weeks, three million Ukrainians, predominantly women with children, crossed the border. Initially, the reception of refugee women in Poland was based significantly on the solidarity of Polish people. In the study we adopt a qualitative approach, primarily utilizing fieldwork observations of Polish local solidarity networks of approximately 90 people, semi-structured in-depth interviews with leaders of these communities (n = 3) and with female Ukrainian refugees (n = 40). We employ grounded theory analysis to uncover the concept of ‘tied first movers’ as a new pattern of migration ties: fleeing women, being ‘first movers’ not accompanied by men, were still ‘tied’ to their family members during their journey. We also discuss the paradigm of female vulnerability and the gendered aspects of autonomy-driven and bottom-up approach of Polish solidarity aid. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

AbstractThe article examines the role of social capital in fostering individual resilience of refugees in Germany, with a case-study focused on Ukrainian refugees who moved to the middle-sized city of Bielefeld after February 24, 2022. It specifically explores the targeted strategies and reasoning used by the refugees to build bonding, bridging, and linking forms of social capital. The article promotes a more differentiated approach to resilience, spotlighting the variety of social contacts and networks that allow refugees to access resources and support mechanisms in the new context. It also encourages a transition from a deficits-centric to a strengths-based approach in refugees’ studies and utilizes the experience of new Ukrainians in Bielefeld to shed light on the agency of newcomers and the contribution of their personal skills and motivations to promote well-being in times of crises. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The war in Ukraine has exposed children to extremely high levels of acute and chronic stressors, which can impact their eating behaviour (EB). We aimed to determine the prevalence of war‐induced, stress‐related disruptions in EB of Ukrainian children. We conducted a cross‐sectional online survey among parents of 5‐ to 17‐year‐old children, who had experienced the war in Ukraine in February–May 2023. Guardians reported their child's various war exposure changes in EBs using a modified version of the Child Eating Behaviour Questionnaire. We assessed associations between total and medium‐term EB changes and age, sex, and war exposure using bivariate correlations and χ2 tests. Logistic regression models were fitted to explore the associations between socio‐demographic factors, war exposure and frequency of EB changes. Of the 4854 children, 63% had changes in EBs during the war. The most common EB changes included food cravings (38%), food fussiness (37%), and aversion to certain foods (29%). Of the reported EB changes, 40% were medium‐term, lasting over a month, and related to altered attitudes towards food. Food insecurity (adjusted OR 2.35, 95% CI: 1.76–3.14), and displacement (internally 2.01, 1.19–3.42) emerged as the most influential determinants of medium‐term EB changes. The findings underscore a significant and robust association between war‐related exposures and an increased risk of frequent EB changes. As healthy EBs are learned during childhood and have been shown to track into adulthood, the identified disruptions in EB may have medium‐term consequences for the physical and mental health of Ukrainian children. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The relevance of this study is explained by the necessity of reviewing the historical framework of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church as an important component of the socio-cultural life of Ukraine, as well as by considering further prospects of its development on the way to full canonical reunification of all existing Orthodox churches of Ukraine, namely the Orthodox Church of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate. The purpose of this study is to study the prospects of further development of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church in the context of homogenization of its cultural and spiritual space. This article presents the main historical moments of the development and strengthening of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church in the socio-cultural space. The importance of the existence of the autocephalous cathedral of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church as a guarantee of the preservation of the state and awakening of the national consciousness of Ukrainians, as well as the elimination of Russian political narratives, which are broadcast through the UOC-MP, is outlined. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The escalation of the Russian–Ukrainian conflict has forced many Ukrainian people to leave their country seeking safety and support. To date, more than 6 million of refugees have crossed the borders into neighbouring countries. Nearly all European countries were involved in refugee‐hosting, including Italy. In a cross‐sectional study with Italian respondents (N = 338), we examined direct contact with and empathy towards Ukrainians and identification with Europe as predictors of helping behaviours towards Ukrainian refugees. Specifically, based on intergroup contact theory, we expected contact to be associated with helping behaviours via increased empathy. The European identity, rooted in values such as tolerance and egalitarianism can be seen as a common ingroup that includes people from various European countries, including Ukrainians. Consequently, it should be associated with helping behaviours, and could boost the effects of contact and empathy. As hypothesised, identification with Europe boosted the direct effect of contact on helping behaviours. Instead, the indirect effect of contact on helping behaviours via empathy was significant only among respondents with low Identification with Europe. This research highlights processes related to intergroup helping behaviours and, more specifically, participation in humanitarian initiatives favouring Ukrainian refugees. Please refer to the Supplementary Material section to find this article's Community and Social Impact Statement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Since the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine, over 10 million Ukrainians have been displaced from their homes. This has contributed to an increase in post-traumatic stress (PTS) symptoms in both refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs). Previous research has suggested that refugees may experience higher levels of PTS due to additional stressors inherent in migration to a new country, language barriers and separation from family and social support. PTS symptoms may also be exacerbated by avoidant coping which we proposed would be more prevalent amongst refugees because of the isolating effects of migration-related stressors. Aims: The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between PTS symptoms, resilience and avoidant coping in refugees and IDPs. We predicted that refugees would report higher levels of PTS symptoms and use of avoidant coping strategies, and that avoidant coping would mediate the effect of resilience on PTS symptoms. We tested a moderated mediation model to examine whether this effect differed between IDPs and refugees. Methods: A total of 229 women (108 IDPs and 121 refugees), who were displaced after the full-scale invasion, were recruited using online platforms and volunteering centres. They completed an online questionnaire comprising measures of PTS, resilience and coping. Results: We found no significant differences in resilience, PTS symptoms or reported use of avoidance coping strategies between refugees and IDPs. As expected, avoidance coping mediated the negative association between resilience and PTS symptoms, but no group differences in this effect were observed. Conclusions: Contrary to previous research, our findings indicate that PTS symptoms may be similarly problematic for refugees and IDPs. This may be due to increased time since the invasion as many refugees may have had time to adjust. Use of avoidant coping strategies may exacerbate PTS symptoms and our study highlights the need for mental health interventions aimed at reducing PTS symptoms in Ukrainian IDPs and refugees through fostering resilience and adaptive coping strategies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This is the first study to compare active-duty soldiers and student civilian samples during the first three months of the Ukrainian-Russian war in relation to moral injury and its association with PTSD, anxiety and depression. A total of 350 participants, including 191 active-duty soldiers of the Ukrainian Armed Force (UAF), who were on the frontline during the full-scale invasion of Russian troops in February 2022, and 159 students from different HEIs in Volyn oblast, were recruited into the study through their attendance at the Ukrainian Psychotrauma Center. Prior to the in-person group-intervention program of psychosocial support for military and civil populations at the Ukrainian Psychotrauma Center, moral injury, PTSD, depression, and anxiety were assessed. Results showed significantly higher moral injury, PTSD, depression, and anxiety scores in civilian students, with a two-way ANOVA indicating a significant impact of female gender in civilians only. A hierarchical regression indicated that moral injury is a predictor of PTSD symptoms in both active-duty and civilian student groups. However, previous family trauma of genocide is associated with PTSD symptoms in active soldiers only. The findings of the current study could contribute insights for clinical practice for combatants and civilians during the current war. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Because of the diverse backgrounds of their healthcare professionals, Ukrainian military medicine needs expanded and enhanced military medical training to increase their readiness in the war against Russia. During March 2023, eight Ukrainian healthcare professionals participated in Operation Gunpowder, a high-fidelity prolonged casualty care simulation conducted by the USU as a part of its Military Unique Curriculum. In order to evaluate their experiences, we interviewed each healthcare professional and analyzed the data to determine common themes. The participants first described the challenges of operational medicine in Ukraine. They then described the benefits of simulation training such as learning how to navigate a resource-limited operational environment, learning prolonged casualty care, and enhancing leadership and teamwork. Finally, they discussed how they planned to implement training such as Operation Gunpowder in Ukraine in order to increase force readiness. After experiencing the prolonged casualty care simulation training, the Ukrainian participants believed Operation Gunpowder to be a valuable training tool due to its ability to help them overcome the current challenges they are facing in their war against Russia. They described how they would integrate similar training in Ukraine, and follow-up correspondence revealed the success of these efforts. Other universities and institutions are likewise called to use their knowledge and resources to help train Ukrainian health professionals using simulation-based training or other education modalities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

I use imperial nationalists in this article to describe Russian nationalists because they have not sought to create an independent state, understanding 'Russia' to be bigger than the Russian SFSR and Russian Federation in the form of an empire and union. Russian imperial nationalists have not recognised Ukrainians as a separate people, but instead part of the inner core of their empires and unions. Imperial Russian nationalists believe a pan-Russian people is composed of Great, Little, and White Russians, or Russians, Ukrainians, and Belarusians respectively. In the USSR, Ukrainians were defined as a separate people to Russians, but also understood to be very close 'brothers' who were born together in Kyivan Rus and would always remain together. Imperial nationalism in Vladimir Putin's Russia has stagnated from this Soviet recognition of a Ukrainian people to a Tsarist and White Russian émigré (anti-Bolshevik forces who fled from Russia after the victory of the Bolsheviks) denial of Ukrainians. This article is the first to analyse how this stagnation of Russian imperial nationalism in Putin's Russia mentally prepared Russian society and provided ideological legitimisation for Russia's February 2022 invasion with the goal of destroying Ukrainian identity and replacing it with a Little Russian. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Background: Displaced young people are at risk of adverse effects on their psychological wellbeing due to their experiences of war and resettlement. Art therapy can offer a safe space in which to address trauma and promote resilience. Context: This paper describes art therapy with a group of displaced Ukrainians aged 13–16 in a British secondary school. It focuses on the activity of making hanging mobiles in order to explore conflicted feelings around home and belonging. Approach: The intervention was informed by theories of resilience, with the intention of preventing the negative effects of traumatic experience by providing opportunities for creativity and reflection. The need of young refugees to experience psychological safety in order to continue with the developmental tasks of adolescence was also considered. Outcomes: Half of the group found the activity beneficial in gaining insight into conflicting feelings around belonging and providing a positive experience of agency and control through creativity. The other half of the group benefitted less and found it difficult to reflect on their artmaking. 'Feelings' Cups', an outcome measure devised for the group, was used alongside the YP-Core (Clinical Outcomes for Routine Evaluation for Young People) together with verbal and written feedback. Conclusions: The mobile-making activity has potential for use with dislocated young people and others in a position of uncertainty and change. Implications for research: There is a need for more research to examine and evidence the role art therapy can play in promoting resilience in displaced young people. Plain-language summary: This paper describes art therapy with a group of displaced Ukrainians aged 13–16 in a British secondary school. It focuses on the activity of constructing hanging mobiles to help explore difficult feelings around home and belonging. Refugees find it distressing to be without a home until they are able to resettle in a safe place. Adolescents may find it particularly difficult because they are already struggling with issues of identity and belonging as they move from childhood to adulthood. The mobile-making activity was designed to use creativity and insight to help build resilience. When young people are more resilient, they will suffer less from traumatic experiences. To measure changes during therapy, a form, 'Feelings' Cups', was devised for the group and used alongside a standard form together with verbal and written feedback from the young people. Half of the group found the mobile-making activity helpful. It gave them a positive feeling of being in control and helped them to think about their feelings. The other half of the group did not find the activity helpful. They did not enjoy the artmaking and found it too difficult to think about their feelings. For some refugees this activity might be helpful and could be used again. It is necessary to carry out more research to find out exactly how art therapy can help young people become more resilient. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Bordering Ukraine, Poland has become the main escape channel for refugees fleeing from the disastrous war since its inception on 24 February 2022. The results of the study prove that the future of societies can be determined by the importance currently assigned to solidarity. The scale of support and assistance provided spontaneously by individuals and social movements in Poland over the last year has exceeded expectations and confirmed the feasibility of a tremendous potential of solidarity being dormant in Polish society as well as a readiness for selfless and effective actions. This research objective is to gain an insight into Poles' understanding of the hardships of the war, as well as the motives and emotional involvement driving their support for Ukrainian citizens. In parallel to that, the article examines the issue of bottom-up initiatives of solidarity from the perspective of the refugee influx. This research, which is qualitative in nature, is grounded on the technique of an epistolary narrative analysis of 43 letters written by Poles to unknown Ukrainians. Such qualitative methodology is characterized by typical limitations of this type of research (for example, little generalization is possible due to the size of the sample). However, the findings show that, through spontaneous solidarity and support, disapproval of the aggressor, admiration and gratitude to Ukrainian soldiers, the potential of the messages has boosted the rapprochement of the bonds between the two nations and alleviated the historical conflicts. The solidarity identified stands out and should be distinguished from any other crisis related to refugee phenomena as well as deserving further research from various perspectives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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While German migration policies aim to provide temporary protection and integrate Ukrainian refugees into German society as early as possible, the procedures and ideas of integration might be perceived differently by the beneficiaries. The feeling of "permanent temporariness" has been persistent among Ukrainians since March 2022. In this situation, some of the refugees renounce their agency and put responsibility on decision-making onto the state, while others oppose the idea of "being integrated" since they see their time in Germany as temporary, and their future in Ukraine as soon as the security situation allows them to return. Drawing on the experiences of single Ukrainian women who received protection in Germany, the paper presents an anthropological perspective on person–state interactions in the context of refugees' future-planning. How do German policies for supporting Ukrainian refugees impact their "stay or return" decision-making? Do the policies address their needs now and allow them to make investments for the future, or, on the contrary, contribute to their decision to return to Ukraine, which appears to be "simpler" and "more predictable"? How does the experience of going through bureaucratic procedures contribute to the sense of having agency and being capable of shaping their today and tomorrow? To answer these questions, I am going to present the reasonings and emotions concerning bureaucratic procedures that are closely intertwined with the planning of their future by Ukrainian refugees in Germany. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The purpose is to analyze the processes of the revival of the Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox Church in the late 1980s and early 1990s, to consider the factors that contributed to these processes and those that hindered them. The research methodology is based on the principles of historicism, systematicity, comprehensiveness, and impartiality. The following methods were used to implement scientific tasks: analysis and synthesis, historical-genetic, historical-problematic, and historical-comparative. The scientific novelty. Little-known aspects of the history of the UAOC, changes in the course of its development, the influence of representatives of the national liberation movement on its revival, opposition from representatives of the authorities, relations with other religious currents, etc. are considered. Conclusions. At the end of Gorbachev’s “perestroika”, when the Ukrainian people, accepting the challenges of the times, awakened their state and spiritual forces, the Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox Church became part not only of religious life in Ukraine but also the subject and object of Ukrainian national revival. It was closely connected with the patriotic Ukrainian clerisy, underwent a certain politicization, and exerted political influence itself. The Soviet authorities had a negative attitude toward the process of revival of the UAOC in Ukraine, seeing in the national churches a powerful disintegrative force that threatened the existence of the USSR. In addition to the opposition of the Soviet authorities, the supporters of the Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox Church, in the process of developing their churches, faced another serious problem — intra-church struggle. All this hindered the involvement of wider masses of believers in the UAOC. Despite all the troubles, supporters of the church were able to achieve considerable success in the revival and development. At the end of the Soviet period, the Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox Church became an important factor in the spiritual and national-cultural life of the Ukrainian people. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The goal is to determine the historiographic significance of political journalism primarily on the pages of Ukrainian periodicals of 1906—1917 in the coverage of Duma issues from the point of view of the participation of Ukrainians in socio-political processes related to the elections and activities of the Duma. The research methodology is a historiographical analysis based on the principles of historicism and objectivity of journalistic works of 1906—1917 Ukrainian public and political figures. The scientific novelty is determined by an attempt to clarify the significance of the journalism of active participants in Ukrainian public and political life in the historiography of Duma topics from the point of view of the participation of Ukrainians in election campaigns and the work of the State Duma of the Russian Empire. Conclusions. Operating with generally insignificant factual and statistical material, Ukrainian social and political figures in their journalistic works sought to single out the dominant trends and features of the election campaigns to the State Duma, the participation of Ukrainian parties in the elections, their election tactics, highlighted the content of the orders of the peasants, workers to the elected deputies, evaluated the results elections in Ukraine, activity and importance of Ukrainian communities in the I and II Dumas. Journalism revealed the use of administrative resources by the government during the elections to the III and IV Dumas, negatively evaluated the results of the elections to them based on the results of the Ukrainian democratic representation, reflected the discussions during the discussion of the Ukrainian issue in the Duma, testified to the disappointment of conscious Ukrainianism with the inconsistent and ineffective support of the Russian opposition in Duma of Ukrainian interests. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

On a recent surgical medical mission caring for Ukrainian pediatric burn and trauma patients in Poland, an assessment of the mental health and well-being of children and their caregivers was completed. Children living in war zones frequently experience significant distress and mental health problems, but little is known about the impact of coexisting related or unrelated burn injuries or physical disabilities. Nineteen Ukrainian children and their caregivers were interviewed utilizing validated questionnaires Child Behavioral Checklist (CBCL) and Youth Self-Report (YSR) to assess their risk for developing or for the presence of clinically significant mental health problems. We found a high percentage of children at risk for developing mental health disorders and an unexpectedly high number of children meeting the criteria for mental health disorders. As a result of interviewing the caregivers, agreement was seen between the self-assessment in children and the perception of parents about their children's well-being. Further study is needed to better understand the complex interactions between pre-existing burn and traumatic injuries and their impact on the psychosocial well-being of children living in war-torn environments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article analyzes the practice of considering cases under Art. 161 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, which provides for liability for violations of the equality of citizens depending on their racial, national, regional affiliation, religious beliefs, disability and other characteristics. According to the results of the monitoring of court decisions, placed in the State Register of Court Decisions for the period from January 1, 2019 to August 2024, 45 convictions were found. It was established, that the majority of persons were convicted under Part 1 of Art. 161 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. The most typical forms of actions were identified as signs of the objective side of this crime, the most ways of committing them and a number of «traditional» criminal offenses, that are committed together with this crime. In particular, it was established, that the most common forms of socially dangerous actions, which were directed at inciting national, religious enmity and hatred, on humiliating the national honor and dignity of Ukrainians and Jews. The addressees of the actions, which consisted in offending the feelings of citizens in connection with their religious beliefs, were parishioners of the Orthodox Church of Ukraine. Based on the analysis of the sentences, certain trends regarding the punishment of guilty persons were revealed. In particular, it was noted that in most cases a fine was imposed, mostly from 200 to 600 non-taxable minimum income of citizens, as well as the fact that when imposing imprisonment, the courts actively applied the institution of exemption from serving a sentence with probation. For the purpose of ascertainment of the features of the portrait of the criminal, the data analysis of the report «On persons, who have committed criminal offenses» for 2017-2023 was carried out. As a result, socio-demographic and criminal-legal characteristics of the perpetrator were summarized. In particular, the number of detected under Art. 161 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine of persons, their structure by gender, age, citizenship, education, employment, presence/absence of a criminal record, features of the commission of the crime (perpetration with complicity, in a state of intoxication). Individual characteristics, such as a person's place of birth, marital status, were established on the basis of the monitoring of sentences. As a result of the generalization of these data, a portrait of the criminal was outlined. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Taking the case of the Netherlands, we compare integration outcomes of the traditional asylum reception system (implementing the Refugee Convention), applied to, for example, Syrians and Afghans, and the EU's Temporary Protection Directive (TPD) which is applied to Ukrainians. We show that the TPD is not just less costly for receiving countries but also results in much faster labor market integration. While rapid integration is an important policy goal, the traditional asylum system is not effective, and talents are underutilized. We show how spatial and temporal aspects of the asylum procedures for Common European Asylum System (CEAS) refugees lead to slow integration, while Ukrainians under TPD work immediately and can build connections in Dutch society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Building on insights from Migration Studies and International Relations, we investigate constructions of Ukrainians who arrived in Germany due to conflict-induced displacement during the first year of the Russian-Ukraine war. To do so, we analysed reporting on Ukrainian women in two German major weekly news outlets (Der Spiegel and Die Zeit). Here we take a unique approach – drawing on key points of, and illustrative quotes from, that analysis, and reading them alongside the fictional film Mary Poppins. Doing so helps us understand German discourse around displaced Ukrainians. Specifically, our unique reading of refugeehood and deservingness helps us demonstrate how familiar, yet fictional, stories can be deployed to critically interrogate and better understand real-world extraordinary political responses towards refugees. Overall, we suggest that by analysing representations of Ukrainians through this fictional lens, we contribute to denaturalising 'common knowledge' about displaced people often taken for granted in public discourse and public policy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

ABSTRACT This review examines the distinct treatment of millions of displaced Ukrainians amidst the ongoing conflict, compared to previous refugee groups in Europe, presenting a synthesis of research encompassing traditional and grey literature. Evaluating resettlement processes, the analysis underscores the unique factors shaping Ukrainian refugees' reception, shedding light on disparities compared to other refugee groups. Cultural perceptions, vulnerability, demographics and the framing of Russia as a common adversary influence responses from individuals, organizations and nations in unprecedented ways in Western societies. The discussion critically dissects these findings, proposing the concept of ‘promising victimhood’ for a nuanced understanding of differential treatment, while urging further theoretical development. This concise systematic review serves as a crucial benchmark for both academics and policymakers, emphasizing the need to address systemic injustices in refugee reception across various levels and sectors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Russian citizenship policy toward Ukrainian citizens, both in Russia and in the occupied Ukrainian territories, underwent significant transformation during periods of grey zone conflict and conventional war. We argue that the citizenship policy, which manifests itself in ‘passportization,’ is a function of Russian military—political tactics on the battlefield and the changing priorities of its policy of entrenchment in occupied territories. Russia’s citizenship policy is a comprehensive set of direct and indirect mechanisms that encourage Ukrainians to obtain Russian citizenship, which, in the long-term perspective, represents an obstacle to any attempts at de-occupation and reintegration of territories with Ukraine. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study sought to discern the association of resilience, coping, and contextual factors on depression and anxiety among Ukrainian children displaced to Poland following the Russo‐Ukrainian war. A cross‐sectional analysis was undertaken with 284 Ukrainian children, aged 11–15 years, relocated to Poland in 2022 due to the ongoing conflict. Participants were assessed using validated tools for anxiety, depression, resilience, and coping, alongside a study‐specific questionnaire. Notable associations emerged between depression and variables including age (Mage = 12.04, 49% females), emotional coping, relational resilience, and significant loss, accounting for 39% of the variance (p <.001). Anxiety was intricately linked with heightened emotional coping and diminished problem‐solving capabilities, accounting for notable variances (state: 32%, trait: 45%, p <.001). Resilience, particularly in relational contexts, and the experience of bereavement stood out as paramount determinants of mental health outcomes. Children's mental health in conflict zones is shaped by a convoluted interplay of individual and environmental factors. This study accentuates the pivotal role of relational resilience, bereavement, and coping mechanisms in modulating depression and anxiety amidst war‐related adversities. It underscores the imperative for targeted interventions, fostering positive relationship frameworks, and enhancing adaptive coping mechanisms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Russian aggression of Ukraine has put millions of civilians under immense stress and forced many of them to leave their homes for safety and help. Poland became one of the leading destinations for waves of Ukrainians fleeing this war. The level of perceived stress in people who experienced war depends on various factors, including individual psychological variables. The main aim of this study was to analyze perceived stress levels and the predictive role of affective temperaments, as defined by Akiskal, for perceived stress in Ukrainians and Poles during the first year of the Russo‐Ukrainian war. Secondly, we studied the relationship between affective temperament, stress, and commitment to help Ukrainian refugees. Self‐report data from 410 Ukrainians and 146 Poles were collected. The results of this study shed light on perceived stress in war‐affected populations and the role of affective temperaments in predicting its levels. We also demonstrated the links between affective temperament, perceived stress, and involvement in helping Ukrainian refugees. Understanding the mental status of people affected by war and its predictors is crucial to providing appropriate support and assistance to those in need. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is accompanied by horrific losses among civilians. This study investigates various individual (hope, optimism, resilience, post‐traumatic growth, and coping strategies) and contextual predictors (experience of life under occupation, actively hostile home environment, and frequent moves) of subjective well‐being among the youth living in Ukraine. A total sample of 593 students from several universities participated in the study using surveys that contained questions about sociodemographic characteristics, life satisfaction, hope, optimism, personal post‐traumatic growth, resilience, and coping strategies. Data were analyzed using JAMOVI software. The level of dissatisfaction with their own lives was 34.7%; most of the respondents had a higher incidence of minimal/mild hopelessness (88.7%) and high/moderate level of optimism (60.9%). The majority of participants had moderate and high levels of post‐traumatic growth (51.9% and 6.7%, respectively) and resilience (46.0% and 14.5%, respectively). Optimism, hope, resilience, post‐traumatic growth, using emotional support, and life in occupation predicted life satisfaction among the study sample. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: A growing body of research is examining how healthcare systems are responding to the increasing numbers of migrants and the resulting superdiversity of patients. The aim of this article is to identify and explain communication barriers in the provision of healthcare to Ukrainian war refugees in the Czech Republic from the perspectives of healthcare professionals and intercultural mediators. Methods: The exploratory case study is based on a qualitative analysis of semi‐structured interviews with frontline health professionals: 20 with doctors and 10 with nurses. The second source of data is two focus groups aimed at capturing communication problems from the perspective of intercultural mediators who accompany refugees to health facilities. The interview transcripts and FGs were analysed using six‐stage thematic coding. Results: The survey identified five main themes related to barriers to communication: (1) language barriers and interpreting, (2) cultural barriers, (3) differing expectations of health and the healthcare systems in the Czech Republic and Ukraine, (4) prejudices and negative attitudes and unethical behaviour towards refugees and migrants and (5) lack of awareness of patient rights. Conclusions: The arrival of large numbers of migrants has highlighted deficiencies in the system that may affect other vulnerable groups and the general population. These include the lack of general communication skills and legal awareness among many health professionals, which are barriers to the development of patient‐centred care. The involvement of intercultural mediators fundamentally improves communication between health professionals and (not only) migrant patients. Nevertheless, it is necessary to legally anchor and define the position of intercultural mediators within the healthcare system. Patient or Public Contribution: Collaboration with intercultural mediators who interpreted the extensive experiences of Ukrainian refugee patients and also have personal experience as migrant or migrant‐origin patients contributed to shaping research questions, facilitating study participation and enriching evidence interpretation. Researchers with multicultural backgrounds and experience with working with people from refugee backgrounds were involved in the study design and analysis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article explores the important role of women in European security, specifically in Ukraine. It discusses how the war in Ukraine is deeply influenced by gender, with gender rights being a significant issue. The article also addresses the declining population in Ukraine and the significance of women's labor in the Ukrainian and European economies. It criticizes the recovery plans in Ukraine for disadvantaging women and advocates for greater inclusion of women in recovery and peace planning. The article concludes by emphasizing the need for well-designed policies to enhance security by addressing the challenges faced by women. Additionally, the text examines the impact of International Financial Institutions (IFIs) on war-torn countries' recovery, focusing on the Western Balkans as an example. It highlights the neglect of feminist political economists' perspectives and the failure of IFIs to address gender inequalities. The low labor participation of women in the region, along with issues like women trafficking and violence against women, are also discussed. The text emphasizes the need for strategic public investment in foundational sectors to reverse these trends and stresses the importance of addressing gender equity. [Extracted from the article]

AbstractThis study examines psychosocial mechanisms used by the Romanian community to facilitate the adaptation of Ukrainian refugees—a challenging process due to their low level of trust resulting from war trauma. Data from four focus groups, involving Romanian professionals and educators, Ukrainian professionals, and institutionalized Ukrainian children in Romania reveal three themes: ethos of reception, educational needs, and professional solutions. We identify real and perceived barriers to long-term adaptation and, based on this study, recommend prioritizing professional solutions for immediate implementation to enhance the understanding and effectiveness of support mechanisms for Ukrainian refugee children and their families. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The purpose of the research to study the current state of Ukrainian musical culture and to prove the importance of its European integration. Research methodology. To achieve the set goals, the following research methods were used: historical - to study the emergence, formation and development of Ukrainian musical culture; systematic method - for a comprehensive study of the musical culture of Ukraine; cultural - which reveals the complexity of socio-cultural processes and phenomena; axiological method - which allowed to investigate the phenomena of mass culture in view of their valuable nature. Scientific novelty the article consists in the theoretical and methodological substantiation of the influence of the European space on the Europeanisation of Ukrainian culture in Ukraine and beyond. Conclusions. The disclosure of the concept of Ukrainian culture showed that the constituent parts of any culture are the people with their customs, beliefs, traditions, as well as innovations in this field, which are closely intertwined with the past heritage. Enrichment of culture is possible only if the experience of past generations is successfully combined with modern manifestations of cultural development. Having considered the main factors and determining factors of national culture, we proved that art itself, in particular music, are determining factors of culture. It is music that is capable of enriching and elevating the spiritual value of the Ukrainian people, because the feeling of beauty aesthetically directs the personality, contributes to value orientations and conscious being. The interpenetration of different cultures and generations leads to the development of innovations, while the use of some of the latest technologies loses the meaning of national culture. It is necessary to enrich the spiritual culture of Ukraine - as an important factor in the development of a modern, educated personality. National musical heritage is the primary source of formation of national consciousness and identity. Integration processes and cultural dialogue are a necessary condition for the development of Ukrainian musical culture, as well as any culture in general. A dialogue that involves active interaction, mutual enrichment of equal cultural subjects, a desire to understand one's own and others' peculiarities and uniqueness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This treatise reflects the author's experiences working with clients during the ongoing war in Ukraine, delving into the psychological challenges faced by analysts and clients alike amidst the stress, injury, pain, death, and destruction caused by the conflict. Drawing from personal reflections and the theoretical insights of James Hillman and C. G. Jung, the piece explores the human capacity to comprehend and imagine the horrors of war, discussing the normalization of war, the struggle to find meaning amidst chaos, and the profound impact of collective and personal trauma. Through clinical anecdotes, the author highlights the resilience and courage of Ukrainians, the role of supervision and nature in psychological stability, and the importance of finding meaning and healing during times of extreme adversity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Ukraine is experiencing profound losses, accompanied by widespread grief. This article explores the historical aspects of grief, including associated traditions and rituals. It examines various styles and types of grief, distinguishing between those that are helpful and those that can become pathological. Understanding these processes can aid in navigating the horrors of war and the pain of loss. The historical experience of a nation significantly influences the grieving process, impacting methods of grieving and coping mechanisms. Ukrainians have a long history of enduring losses and collective grief, which shapes their current responses to grief and loss. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This essay introduces non-Ukrainian audiences to one of the most significant archetypal figures in Ukrainian history, culture, politics, and creative life, both past and present. The poet Taras Shevchenko, born over 200 years ago during an era of Russian imperial enslavement of Ukrainians, remains a powerful voice engraved in the spaces of Ukraine's fight for liberation, self-determination, and freedom. In addition to his contributions to these causes, Shevchenko's work addresses numerous other concerns, including gender, class, language, and other vital social issues. We argue that Shevchenko's vibrant, enduring, and wide-reaching archetypal presence establishes him as a pan-archetypal cultural hero whose influence extends beyond national boundaries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article analyzes the way and motivation of the Russian Federation to carry out psychological operations in the war of aggression that it has unleashed in Ukraine from the perspective of the information environment. These operations are specific to the cognitive layer of the information environment and are aimed at influencing the perceptions, behavior, and decisions of both the Ukrainian population and the international community by using disinformation, propaganda, and manipulation. By analyzing these operations, it highlights how Russia has exploited the lack of robust regulation of social networks. The analysis underlines the importance of developing effective strategies to counter these operations by increasing information resilience and strengthening protection mechanisms against harmful external influences. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Russia's war on Ukraine has displaced millions. For autistic children this resulted in the loss of services based on applied behavior analysis (ABA). To develop a model of culturally competent, high-efficacy, family-centered, and fidelity driven ABA services for displaced Ukrainian families in Czechia, this study piloted a package teaching caregivers to build skills with their autistic children. Using a multiple probe design, practitioners collaboratively selected targets, lectured, and held coaching sessions. Results demonstrated that the program was socially valid, contributed to parental skill gains, and in a broader context can serve as a foundation for future work serving refugee families. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article analyzes changes in Ukrainian national identity in the wake of Russian military interventions of 2014 and 2022. It is based on five nationwide surveys from different years, from before the 2014 intervention to ten months into the full-blown invasion of 2022, and two series of focus group discussions conducted in the same cities (Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Chernivtsi) in early 2015 and mid-2022. My analysis demonstrates that in the wake of foreign aggressions, national identity not only became more salient to Ukrainians, it acquired a more radical meaning, thus imbuing the supposedly civic attachment to homeland with potentially exclusive ethnocultural content. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]