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Survey for Ukrainian returnees. Help spread the word

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐤𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥-𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧? Take the survey!

Apr 14, 2025
Back view of a woman in a beanie and denim jacket waiting on a train platform in the Netherlands, representing the return journey of Ukrainians from the EU.

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Survey for Ukrainian returnees. Help spread the word

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐤𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥-𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧? Take the survey!

Apr 14, 2025
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Research

Article

The Unprecedented Return: Navigating the Challenges and Well-Being of Ukrainians Returning Amid Conflict

Launching a research project to explore the experiences of Ukrainians who previously lived under Temporary Protection in the EU and have since chosen to return to Ukraine amid ongoing war.

Mar 13, 2025
Back view of a woman wearing a beanie and denim jacket at a train station in the Netherlands, symbolizing the return of Ukrainians from Europe.

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Article

The Unprecedented Return: Navigating the Challenges and Well-Being of Ukrainians Returning Amid Conflict

Launching a research project to explore the experiences of Ukrainians who previously lived under Temporary Protection in the EU and have since chosen to return to Ukraine amid ongoing war.

Mar 13, 2025
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Research

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Study on the quality of municipal reception for displaced persons from Ukraine: Key Issues and OPORA's Perspective

A key concern identified in both OPORA’s research and the national report is the connection between unstable housing and deteriorating mental health, which in turn affects educational and employment opportunities for displaced Ukrainians.

Feb 11, 2025
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Research

Article

Study on the quality of municipal reception for displaced persons from Ukraine: Key Issues and OPORA's Perspective

A key concern identified in both OPORA’s research and the national report is the connection between unstable housing and deteriorating mental health, which in turn affects educational and employment opportunities for displaced Ukrainians.

Feb 11, 2025
Back view of a woman in a beanie and denim jacket waiting on a train platform in the Netherlands, representing the return journey of Ukrainians from the EU.

Research

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Survey for Ukrainian returnees. Help spread the word

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐤𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥-𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧? Take the survey!

Apr 14, 2025
Back view of a woman wearing a beanie and denim jacket at a train station in the Netherlands, symbolizing the return of Ukrainians from Europe.

Research

Article

The Unprecedented Return: Navigating the Challenges and Well-Being of Ukrainians Returning Amid Conflict

Launching a research project to explore the experiences of Ukrainians who previously lived under Temporary Protection in the EU and have since chosen to return to Ukraine amid ongoing war.

Mar 13, 2025
Abstract circular blue graphic element from OPORA Foundation’s visual identity on a dark blue background.

Research

Article

Study on the quality of municipal reception for displaced persons from Ukraine: Key Issues and OPORA's Perspective

A key concern identified in both OPORA’s research and the national report is the connection between unstable housing and deteriorating mental health, which in turn affects educational and employment opportunities for displaced Ukrainians.

Feb 11, 2025
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Empatia

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OPORA Foundation at the 2nd Coordination Meeting of the Skills Alliance for Ukraine

On January 30, OPORA Foundation’s CEO Maria Shaidrova participated in the 2nd Coordination Meeting of the Skills Alliance for Ukraine, held in Kyiv. An important aspect of the event was the showcase of successful and innovative initiatives, including OPORA Foundation’s Empatia Program.

Jan 30, 2025

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“Everything—your job, your home, even your life—can be taken from you. But no one can take away your knowledge, your experience, or your dedication to helping others”

Her story is a moving testament to how professional dedication and personal compassion can walk hand in hand.

May 8, 2025
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People of OPORA

Legal

“Everything—your job, your home, even your life—can be taken from you. But no one can take away your knowledge, your experience, or your dedication to helping others”

Her story is a moving testament to how professional dedication and personal compassion can walk hand in hand.

May 8, 2025
Presenter speaking to an audience during a session on Dutch labor law, with a presentation slide projected in the background.

Legal

Mastering the Dutch labor law to assist fellow displaced people

Through our partnership with Pro Bono Connect, our Ukrainian Legal Advice team is receiving essential support and training from leading Dutch law firms, including Bird & Bird, Dentons, EY Belastingadviseurs, and HVG Law.

Oct 1, 2024
Presenter speaking to an audience during a session on Dutch labor law, with a presentation slide projected in the background.

Legal

Mastering the Dutch labor law to assist fellow displaced people

Through our partnership with Pro Bono Connect, our Ukrainian Legal Advice team is receiving essential support and training from leading Dutch law firms, including Bird & Bird, Dentons, EY Belastingadviseurs, and HVG Law.

Oct 1, 2024
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Legal

OPORA Foundation & Pro Bono Connect

Thanks to this invaluable support, our lawyers gain deep insights into Dutch jurisprudence and its complexities, enhancing their ability to assist a greater number of individuals.

Jul 24, 2024
Logos of OPORA Foundation and Pro Bono Connect on a light background with abstract arch shapes in blue.

Legal

OPORA Foundation & Pro Bono Connect

Thanks to this invaluable support, our lawyers gain deep insights into Dutch jurisprudence and its complexities, enhancing their ability to assist a greater number of individuals.

Jul 24, 2024

Articles

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Research

Article

Temporarily at Home?

A new report by the Research and Data Center provides an analysis of the position of Ukrainian refugees in the Netherlands. Our Research Team Manager, Mateusz M. Krawczyk, provides his thoughts on the ways displaced people from Ukraine overcome the challenges of "permanent temporality".

Dec 5, 2024
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Research

Article

Temporarily at Home?

A new report by the Research and Data Center provides an analysis of the position of Ukrainian refugees in the Netherlands. Our Research Team Manager, Mateusz M. Krawczyk, provides his thoughts on the ways displaced people from Ukraine overcome the challenges of "permanent temporality".

Dec 5, 2024
Abstract circular blue graphic element from OPORA Foundation’s visual identity on a dark blue background.

Research

Article

Study on the quality of municipal reception for displaced persons from Ukraine: Key Issues and OPORA's Perspective

A key concern identified in both OPORA’s research and the national report is the connection between unstable housing and deteriorating mental health, which in turn affects educational and employment opportunities for displaced Ukrainians.

Feb 11, 2025
Abstract circular blue graphic element from OPORA Foundation’s visual identity on a dark blue background.

Research

Article

Study on the quality of municipal reception for displaced persons from Ukraine: Key Issues and OPORA's Perspective

A key concern identified in both OPORA’s research and the national report is the connection between unstable housing and deteriorating mental health, which in turn affects educational and employment opportunities for displaced Ukrainians.

Feb 11, 2025
Back view of a woman wearing a beanie and denim jacket at a train station in the Netherlands, symbolizing the return of Ukrainians from Europe.

Research

Article

The Unprecedented Return: Navigating the Challenges and Well-Being of Ukrainians Returning Amid Conflict

Launching a research project to explore the experiences of Ukrainians who previously lived under Temporary Protection in the EU and have since chosen to return to Ukraine amid ongoing war.

Mar 13, 2025
Back view of a woman wearing a beanie and denim jacket at a train station in the Netherlands, symbolizing the return of Ukrainians from Europe.

Research

Article

The Unprecedented Return: Navigating the Challenges and Well-Being of Ukrainians Returning Amid Conflict

Launching a research project to explore the experiences of Ukrainians who previously lived under Temporary Protection in the EU and have since chosen to return to Ukraine amid ongoing war.

Mar 13, 2025

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Research

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We announce the launch of our new initiative – Civil Society Hub!

We created this program to strengthen grassroots initiatives through OPORA’s Civil Society Hubs, which foster cooperation, knowledge-sharing, and training for better integration and community building.

Aug 20, 2024
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Research

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We announce the launch of our new initiative – Civil Society Hub!

We created this program to strengthen grassroots initiatives through OPORA’s Civil Society Hubs, which foster cooperation, knowledge-sharing, and training for better integration and community building.

Aug 20, 2024
Three people collaborating over maps and documents during OPORA Foundation’s initiative to address water challenges in Klesiv, Ukraine.

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Tackling Klesiv’s water challenges: OPORA’s collaborative initiative

During the Panorama Ukraine: Resilient Energy Production Workshop in Rotterdam, OPORA researchers joined forces with experts from PosadMaxwan and Felixx Landscape Architects & Planners to lead a needs prioritization session for representatives of Klesiv Municipality in Ukraine.⁣

Nov 26, 2024
Three people collaborating over maps and documents during OPORA Foundation’s initiative to address water challenges in Klesiv, Ukraine.

Research

General

Tackling Klesiv’s water challenges: OPORA’s collaborative initiative

During the Panorama Ukraine: Resilient Energy Production Workshop in Rotterdam, OPORA researchers joined forces with experts from PosadMaxwan and Felixx Landscape Architects & Planners to lead a needs prioritization session for representatives of Klesiv Municipality in Ukraine.⁣

Nov 26, 2024
Group photo of Ukrainian local community leaders in the Netherlands, seated and standing together indoors during a leadership strengthening event.

Research

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Strengthening Ukrainian local community leaders in the Netherlands

This week in Utrecht, we held the first meeting of the Civil Society Hub project with representatives from 12 dedicated organizations. This marks the beginning of a 10-month journey aimed at empowering local leaders within the Ukrainian community network in the Netherlands.

Dec 1, 2024
Group photo of Ukrainian local community leaders in the Netherlands, seated and standing together indoors during a leadership strengthening event.

Research

General

Strengthening Ukrainian local community leaders in the Netherlands

This week in Utrecht, we held the first meeting of the Civil Society Hub project with representatives from 12 dedicated organizations. This marks the beginning of a 10-month journey aimed at empowering local leaders within the Ukrainian community network in the Netherlands.

Dec 1, 2024