Maria Kutnyakova
Articles
Austausch Standing with Ukraine in Times of Challenge
From the very beginning, Austausch has been committed to supporting Ukraine. Since our founding in 1992, we have been working on projects in Ukraine, fostering dialogue, cooperation, and strengthening civil society. Today, as Ukraine continues to fight for its freedom and future, our support remains unwavering.
Excursion to the farms: environmental education for Ukrainian children
Our friends from “School Hive” organized excursions for students to two farms to introduce them to the specifics of plant care within the “EkoNet” project with the support of Austausch e.V. and Bread for the World.
Why Should Museums Workshop Memories of Postsocialist “Transitions”
In the late 1980s–1990s, radical political, economic, and cultural changes took place across the Soviet and Soviet-affiliated parts of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Following the collapse of state socialism, the newly postsocialist states began to transition towards democracy and implemented a series of neoliberal reforms. Often referred to as “postsocialist transitions,” this epoch was eventful, experientially diverse, and often rather intense.
Georgia Talk: Democracy & Resistance
On February 26th at 18:00, Austausch warmly invites you to Georgia Talk—a panel discussion followed by an informal gathering with Georgian food and wine.
IN MY ROOM – Vernissage & Fundraiser, аn evening of art, conversation, and music with Feli & Pepita
The opening night of IN MY ROOM, a photography exhibition by artist duo Feli & Pepita on March 1st!
Environmental Safety in Central Asian Cities: MoveGreen research
Within the framework of the project “Strengthening the EkoNet network of NGOs on climate and environmental protection in Eastern Europe and Central Asia”, the Kyrgyz environmental organization MoveGreen with the support of Austausch e.V. and Bread for the World prepared a survey “Environmental Security in Central Asian cities” (rus). Here are the main points of the research.
Seminar “Understanding and Teaching Transformation after 1989” – Methodology, Perspectives, and Lesson Design
The seminar “Understanding and Teaching Transformation after 1989” took place at the Berlin educational center Zeitgeist and brought together 25 educators across Germany. The focus was on teaching the period of transition after the fall of the Berlin Wall in an increasingly polarized society.
Mariia Kutniakova, Communication Manager
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Igor Mitchnik, First Executive Director
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Poland, Germany, and Ukraine at a Turning Point: Strengthening or Breaking the Alliance
A new report, prepared by the Jan Nowak-Jeziorański College of Eastern Europe in cooperation with us and Austausch e.V.
