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Empatia
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Mar 28, 2025
Empatia
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Empatia Program's second major event for Ukrainian psychologists in the Netherlands.
Mar 28, 2025
Research
Article
The Unprecedented Return: Navigating the Challenges and Well-Being of Ukrainians Returning Amid Conflict
Mar 13, 2025
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
Empatia
Empatia
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Mar 28, 2025
Research
Empatia
General
Pryvit from Cafe Kyiv conference in Berlin!
Pryvit from Cafe Kyiv conference in Berlin!
Mar 20, 2025
General
Empatia
Research
OPORA Foundation at the 2nd Coordination Meeting of the Skills Alliance for Ukraine
OPORA Foundation at the 2nd Coordination Meeting of the Skills Alliance for Ukraine
Jan 30, 2025
Empatia
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Mar 28, 2025
Research
Empatia
General
Pryvit from Cafe Kyiv conference in Berlin!
Pryvit from Cafe Kyiv conference in Berlin!
Mar 20, 2025
General
Empatia
Research
OPORA Foundation at the 2nd Coordination Meeting of the Skills Alliance for Ukraine
OPORA Foundation at the 2nd Coordination Meeting of the Skills Alliance for Ukraine
Jan 30, 2025
Empatia
Empatia for Ukrainian psychologists
Empatia for Ukrainian psychologists
Oct 16, 2024
Empatia
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Mar 28, 2025
Research
Empatia
General
Pryvit from Cafe Kyiv conference in Berlin!
Pryvit from Cafe Kyiv conference in Berlin!
Mar 20, 2025
Research
Research
General
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
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
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
Research
General
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
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
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
General
Empatia
Research
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
Legal
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
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
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
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
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
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
Legal
Addressing the challenges of Ukrainian displaced persons in the Netherlands
Recognizing the need for more practical solutions, the OPORA Foundation hosted a Round Table event last week titled "Practical Solutions to Approach Local Disciplinary Measures for Displaced People from Ukraine."
Jul 2, 2024
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
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
Articles
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
People of OPORA
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
Research
People of OPORA
Migration research amid war: OPORA Foundation as a case study
In our new article, PhD candidate and OPORA Foundation CEO, Maria Shaidrova, shares her journey from researcher to change-maker.
Oct 22, 2024
People of OPORA
Empatia
Meet Olga Korol, the Program Manager for External Relations at Empatia Program.
Olga has been a key part of OPORA from the start, helping it grow and succeed.
Oct 14, 2024
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
Research
People of OPORA
Migration research amid war: OPORA Foundation as a case study
In our new article, PhD candidate and OPORA Foundation CEO, Maria Shaidrova, shares her journey from researcher to change-maker.
Oct 22, 2024
People of OPORA
Empatia
Meet Olga Korol, the Program Manager for External Relations at Empatia Program.
Olga has been a key part of OPORA from the start, helping it grow and succeed.
Oct 14, 2024
People of OPORA
Empatia
Interview with Peter Giesen
Meet Peter Giesen, our Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist in the Empatia Program
Aug 1, 2024
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
Research
People of OPORA
Migration research amid war: OPORA Foundation as a case study
In our new article, PhD candidate and OPORA Foundation CEO, Maria Shaidrova, shares her journey from researcher to change-maker.
Oct 22, 2024
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General
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General
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
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
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
Empatia
Empatia Program: Year one results (May 2023 - March 2024)
From May 2023 to March 2024, we received and processed over 2,000 requests and provided at least 165 consultations through the Empatia Helpline. Here are some key highlights.
Jul 1, 2024
Legal
Addressing the challenges of Ukrainian displaced persons in the Netherlands
Recognizing the need for more practical solutions, the OPORA Foundation hosted a Round Table event last week titled "Practical Solutions to Approach Local Disciplinary Measures for Displaced People from Ukraine."
Jul 2, 2024
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
People of OPORA
Empatia
Interview with Peter Giesen
Meet Peter Giesen, our Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist in the Empatia Program
Aug 1, 2024
Research
General
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
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
News
Empatia
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Empatia Program's second major event for Ukrainian psychologists in the Netherlands.
Mar 28, 2025
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
Empatia
Empatia
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Empatia Program: Building a Community of Ukrainian Mental Health Professionals in the Netherlands
Mar 28, 2025
Research
Empatia
General
Pryvit from Cafe Kyiv conference in Berlin!
Pryvit from Cafe Kyiv conference in Berlin!
Mar 20, 2025
General
Empatia
Research
OPORA Foundation at the 2nd Coordination Meeting of the Skills Alliance for Ukraine
OPORA Foundation at the 2nd Coordination Meeting of the Skills Alliance for Ukraine
Jan 30, 2025
Research
Research
General
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
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
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
Legal
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
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
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
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
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
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
People of OPORA
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
Research
People of OPORA
Migration research amid war: OPORA Foundation as a case study
In our new article, PhD candidate and OPORA Foundation CEO, Maria Shaidrova, shares her journey from researcher to change-maker.
Oct 22, 2024
People of OPORA
Empatia
Meet Olga Korol, the Program Manager for External Relations at Empatia Program.
Olga has been a key part of OPORA from the start, helping it grow and succeed.
Oct 14, 2024
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General
Research
General
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
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
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.