This summer, Chernivtsi and the surrounding communities became a space for strength, dialogue, and inspiration. As part of the “Together We Can” programme, we held six blog cafés, each with its own unique topic, audience, and purpose.
June 4 – Hlyboka
Topic: Communication through Networks
Moderator: Halyna Dobrovolska
We discussed public communication, campaign strategies, and team collaboration.
June 11 – Dobrynivtsi (Yurkovetska Community)
Topic: How to Engage with the Media During Wartime
Moderator: Halyna Dobrovolska
Participants practiced giving interviews, crafting key messages, and handling difficult questions from the press.
July 8 – Velykyi Kuchuriv
Topic: Conscious Blogging: From Planning to Implementation
Moderator: Vitaliia Kozmenko
We explored fake news, deepfakes, podcast ideas, and worked on promo videos — a very creative session!
July 10 – Khotyn
Topic: Media Literacy in Wartime: How to Spot AI-Generated Fakes
Moderator: Vitaliia Kozmenko
The group practiced fact-checking, identifying manipulations, and navigating the modern information space.
July 30 – Chernivtsi
Topic: Mental Health as a Resource. Self-Care in Times of Change
Trainer: Olha Sapa
Participants explored self-care techniques, visualization exercises, and practices like “the tree within me” and “the warm circle.”
August 1 – Chernivtsi
Topic: Returning to Yourself. Psychosocial Support through Art Therapy
Trainer: Olha Sapa
The session included creative practices, resource stories, and exercises for emotional resilience and recovery.
These events weren’t just about blogging — they were about communities that are ready to speak, listen, and support one another.
Huge thanks to all our trainers, moderators, partners, and participants for the meaning, courage, and dialogue.
The project is implemented by the NGO Human Rights Foundation as part of the “Together We Can” programme with the support of IFA and the Federal Foreign Office of Germany.
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