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About ETC
Our goal is to create educational opportunities for as many people as possible, to promote equality, and to help and improve the wellbeing of Ukraine.
Our organisation’s name, “ETC,” is inspired by the Latin phrase “et cetéra”, meaning “and the rest” or “and all of us.” It reflects our inclusive vision and commitment to collective growth. At the same time, ETC stands for our core values: Education, Truth, and Culture. We believe that by coming together, we can build a thriving, compassionate community for everyone.
What do we do?
We are a union of active Ukrainians who are committed to the development of our country.
Among us are specialists in: activism, specialists in non-formal education, trainers and speakers, communication and photo specialists, cultural experts.
We believe in the diversity of this world, and, therefore, we rely on international cooperation.
Create and implement international educational projects
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Develop non-formal education
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Organise cultural projects
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Set up international cooperation
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Exchange of experience among specialists in certain fields
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Introduce activism into everyday life
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Promote and provide opportunities for life-long learning
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Meet the Team
We believe that Ukraine has so much to give to the world. We are constantly learning and developing our skills because we are determined to connect Ukraine with the international community.
Founder
Oksana Shamonova
Civic educator, non-formal learning expert, project manager, activist. Founder of the NGO and promoter of the social justice in Ukraine
Member
Anastasiia Myronchuk
Communication and marketing officer, youth worker, English teacher who has worked in Ukraine and the United Kingdom
Co-founder
Roman Chop
Military journalist, photographer with over 8 years of experience. Cultural projects coordinator
Project manager
Diana Pidtserkovna
Medical journalist, communications manager. Coordinator of educational projects
Co-founder
Daryna Vazhynska
A literary editor and an editorial director at the ‘Knygolav’ publishing house, a co-founder of the Ukrainian conversation club "Nareshti".